On August 28, the Sports Authority of Vietnam (SAV) confirmed that Vietnam’s national delegation is aiming to improve on its previous Asian Games performance after naming a 348-strong athlete contingent for this year’s competition in Japan.
Category: Vietnam
Hanoi Prepares for Mid-Autumn Festival with Six Cultural Spaces
Hanoi will host a month-long cultural programme celebrating the traditional Mid-Autumn Festival, with Lưu Trăng Phố Cổ 2026 taking place from August 27 to September 30 across six heritage and cultural venues in the capital.
Vietnamese Lawmakers Advance Property and Budget Reforms Amid Renewed Nuclear Push
On August 22, Vietnam’s 16th National Assembly is debating proposed changes to real estate regulations, public financial management and the implementation of the Ninh Thuận nuclear power project during its extraordinary session in Hanoi.
Vietnam Calls for ASEAN-Led AI Governance Framework in Lawmaking as Regional States Digitalise
The Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) Lê Tiến Châu has called for ASEAN to establish common principles for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in lawmaking and legal enforcement, as regional countries seek to adapt their legal systems to rapid technological change.
Vietnam Welcomes Miss World 2026 in Quang Ninh
On August 12, thousands of people gathered at Halong Marina Square in Bai Chay ward, Quang Ninh province of Vietnam, on the occasion of the 73rd edition of Miss World, the most prestigious international beauty pageant.
Vietnam’s Leading Public Companies Named in 2026 VIX50 Ranking
On August 6, Vietnam Report JSC together with VietNamNet published its 2026 VIX50, highlighting 50 public companies considered among the country’s strongest in terms of reputation and business effectiveness.
Vietnam Tightens Weapons of Mass Destruction Controls, Backing ASEAN Non-Proliferation Psuh
On August 8, Vietnam’s 16th National Assembly reviewed a draft law on the prevention and control of the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMDs), seeking to strengthen the country’s legal framework for preventing the spread of nuclear, chemical and biological weapons and related delivery systems.
Vietnam, Laos Advances Defence Healthcare Cooperation Through Medical Training
On July 29, Vietnam and Laos agreed to expand military medical cooperation by strengthening personnel training, technology transfer and specialist healthcare programmes, reinforcing long-standing defence ties between the two countries.
Hanoi Earns Global Recognition for Friendly Customer Service City
On July 19, Hanoi was recognised as one of the world’s leading cities for customer service, reinforcing Vietnam’s growing reputation as a destination known for its warm hospitality.
Hanoi to Advance Night-Time Economy, Targeting 30% Rise in Tourist Spending
On July 15, the Hanoi People’s Committee officially issued the plan titled “Development of the Night Economy in Hanoi for 2026-2030, With a Vision to 2045”. This marked the execution step of the master plan ratified on May 9 under Decision No. 2419/QD-UBND signed by Vice Chairman Trương Việt Dũng. Just last month on June 15, the administration approved a formal resolution regulating investment, business guidelines and tailored operating hours for late-night zones.