Vietnam strengthens elderly care with free annual health checksThe elderly in Vietnam will be entitled to at least one free annual health check-up or screening from 2026 under a revised national programme on elderly care through 2030.
Pacific Partnership – Pacific Friendship 2026 opens in Quang TriThe Quang Tri provincial People’s Committee and the US Embassy in Vietnam kicked off the Pacific Partnership – Pacific Friendship 2026 (PP-PF 26) mission in Dong Hoi ward on June 22.
Can Tho students gain tools to navigate misinformation in digital eraAs digital platforms become central to learning, research and everyday communication, educational institutions in Can Tho are intensifying efforts to equip students with the skills needed to navigate an increasingly complex online environment, from identifying misinformation and online scams to using artificial intelligence (AI) responsibly.
National Press Festival 2026 closes, reaffirming revolutionary press’s mettle, responsibilityThe National Press Festival 2026 has left a lasting impression on journalists and the public alike, Nguyen Duc Loi, Permanent Vice Chairman of the Vietnam Journalists’ Association, said at the closing ceremony of the three-day event held in the northern port city of Hai Phong on June 21.
Ho Chi Minh City plans free bus travel through end of 2026Ho Chi Minh City plans to offer free bus services to all passengers from July 1 through the end of 2026 under a proposal expected to be approved by the municipal People's Council at its meeting on June 19–20.
National Press Festival 2026 opens in Hai Phong cityThe National Press Festival 2026 officially opened in the northern port city of Hai Phong on June 19 under the theme "Vietnamese journalism – Loyalty, Creativity, Responsibility in the New Era", drawing around 1,000 delegates from across the country.
Month for listening to people to be held nationwideVice President and General Secretary of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) Central Committee Ha Thi Nga on June 18 signed a plan to organise activities in the “Month for listening to the people”.
Top leader orders drastic action against serious, complex corruption casesParty General Secretary and State President To Lam has ordered decisive action against serious and complex cases, making it clear that getting stolen assets back is the real test of the anti-corruption drive.
Passengers to be compensated for flight delays from next monthPassengers will be compensated for flight delays from next month according to the newly introduced Government’s Decree No. 208.
Vietnam, Germany deepen educational cooperationLeaders of the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics and the German Bundestag reaffirmed their commitment to advancing cooperation between the academy and German partners for the mutual benefit of both countries during a meeting in Hanoi on June 16.
Archival exhibition on Hoang Sa, Truong Sa opens in Da NangAn exhibition themed “Hoang Sa, Truong Sa – Sacred Sea and Islands” opened in the central city of Da Nang on June 15, marking World Oceans Day (June 8) and the Vietnam Sea and Islands Week 2026.
Vietnam transfers fertility technology to FranceNearly three decades after adopting in vitro fertilisation (IVF) from France, Vietnamese doctors have for the first time transferred an assisted reproductive technology back to the country that gave them the modern fertility treatment.
Memorial service honours fallen soldiers, civilians of 1968 Tet OffensiveThe Vietnam Buddhist Sangha (VBS) chapter in Ho Chi Minh City on June 14 held a memorial and requiem ceremony for heroes, martyrs, soldiers and patriotic civilians who lost their lives during the 1968 Tet General Offensive and Uprising and were buried at the former Do Thanh Cemetery, now Le Thi Rieng Cultural Park.
Ho Chi Minh City ranks among world’s top culinary destinationsA vibrant mix of street food, traditional dishes and modern culinary trends has helped Ho Chi Minh City secure a spot among the world’s top food destinations, according to a recent ranking by Time Out magazine.
National security event series promotes public role in safeguarding nationThe Ministry of Public Security, in coordination with the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee, on June 11 launched the "To quoc binh yen" (Peaceful homeland) event series to commemorate the 78th anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh's Call for Patriotic Emulation (June 11, 1948–2026) and towards the 80th traditional day of the people's security force (July 12, 1946–2026).
Over 1.2 million students begin national high school graduation examMore than 1.2 million students across Vietnam sat for the first day of the 2026 national high school graduation examination on June 11, taking the two compulsory subjects of Literature and Mathematics.
Spouses of Vietnamese, Lao, Cambodian, Thai PMs tour Hanoi’s Temple of LiteratureSpouse of the Vietnamese Prime Minister Dao Thi Bich Thuy, together with Vandara Siphandone, spouse of the Lao PM; Pich Chamony, spouse of the Cambodian PM; and Thananon Niramit, spouse of the Thai PM, visited the Temple of Literature in Hanoi on June 8, within the framework of their official visit to Vietnam.
Vietnamese Family Day event in US fosters community spiritNearly 150 staff members and families from Vietnam's representative offices in the US gathered in Maryland on June 6 for the 2026 Vietnamese Village Family Day, held ahead of Vietnam Family Day on June 28.
Vietnamese students shine at Huawei ICT CompetitionVietnamese students won major prizes at the Huawei ICT Competition Global Final 2025–2026, which concluded in Shenzhen, China’s Guangdong province, on June 5.
Vietnam ranks 7th at Asia Pacific Mathematics Olympiad 2026Vietnam secured 7th place among 45 countries and territories at the 38th Asia Pacific Mathematics Olympiad (APMO) 2026, earning one gold, two silver and four bronze medals and three certificates of merit.