As one of the most climate-vulnerable countries in the world, Việt Nam is facing an escalating climate crisis. Rising sea levels and increasingly severe disasters threaten not only its stunning landscapes but also the lives and livelihoods of millions of its people, from urban centers to mountainous regions and coastal areas.
From the very top, the message is clear. General Secretary Tô Lâm has consistently emphasised the importance of balancing economic growth with environmental protection.
Việt Nam recognises the need for timely, coordinated responses across sectors and globally. Therefore, the upcoming UN Ocean Conference is a chance for the country to link its domestic efforts with international cooperation.
Trần Anh Tuấn, former Deputy Minister of Home Affairs and Chairman of the Việt Nam Association for Administrative Sciences, spoke to Vietnam News Agency about the capacity and qualifications of local officials, following planned mergers.
Đường Thu Hương, Chair of the Việt Nam Thai Chamber of Commerce in Bangkok, talks to Việt Nam News reporter Nguyễn Hằng about economic cooperation between Việt Nam and Thailand, including the logistics sector, as well as steps to raise the bilateral trade turnover to US$25 billion.
For over two decades, Việt Nam’s agricultural land use tax exemption has served as a key support for rural development and poverty reduction. As the Government considers extending the policy to 2030, concerns remain over its effectiveness and potential misuse. E-newspaper VietnamPlus spoke with Nguyễn Thành Hưng, Deputy Director of the Department of Tax, Fee and Charge Policy Management under the Ministry of Finance, to learn more.
I am confident that Italy and Việt Nam will continue to walk side by side – guided by trust, mutual respect and shared values – in pursuit of peace and prosperity for the generations to come.
Việt Nam News reporter Phương Mai talks with Sculptor Nguyễn Quốc Thắng about his days at the Liberation Art Chamber, revolutionary art, and how revolutionary art influences the development of HCM City’s art scene.
Participating in UN peacekeeping operations is a great honour and noble responsibility for the Việt Nam People's Army.
At the upcoming summit on May 26-27, ASEAN is expected to announce a 20-year vision that sets a long-term development strategy for the bloc.
As for PM Chính’s attendance at the ASEAN Summit, he said it is a strong signal of Việt Nam's commitment to the shared objective of building an ASEAN that is united, forward-looking, and central to regional peace.
Hồ Thị Kim Ngân, deputy head of Policy and Labour Relations Department of the Việt Nam General Confederation of Labour, spoke with vov.vn about plans to enhance workplace safety this year, during the month of action on occupational safety and hygiene.
Argentine Ambassador to Việt Nam, Marcos A. Bednarski writes for Việt Nam News on the National Day (May 25)
Tạ Mạnh Hùng, Deputy Director of the Drug Administration of Việt Nam, under the Ministry of Health, stated that in addition to tougher penalties, a stronger coordination with law enforcement is necessary to trace and shut down illegal production sites.
Dr Bùi Quý Thuấn, Head of the research division at the Việt Nam Industrial Park Finance Association (VIPFA) stated that reform of the investor selection mechanism is also crucial, in line with the 2024 revisions to the Land Law and Bidding Law.
Dr Hà Anh Đức, Director of the Medical Service Administration under the Ministry of Health, affirmed that under no circumstances is violence against healthcare workers, especially when they are saving lives, acceptable.
Two-way trade reached US$15 billion in 2024, a 27.5 per cent increase over 2023, turning Mexico into Việt Nam's second-largest trading partner in Latin America and its largest export destination in the region
