Programs of the week
Vietnam launches first national center for semiconductor chip prototyping support
[VOVWORLD] - The Ministry of Science and Technology on Friday launched the Vietnam National Multi-Project Wafer Coordination Centre (VNMPW/CC), the first national-level centre dedicated to supporting semiconductor chip prototyping in Vietnam.
[VOVWORLD] - The Ministry of Science and Technology on Friday launched the Vietnam National Multi-Project Wafer Coordination Centre (VNMPW/CC), the first national-level centre dedicated to supporting semiconductor chip prototyping in Vietnam.
[VOVWORLD] - The Ministry of Science and Technology on Friday launched the Vietnam National Multi-Project Wafer Coordination Centre (VNMPW/CC), the first national-level centre dedicated to supporting semiconductor chip prototyping in Vietnam.
[VOVWORLD] - Vietnam is determined to achieve GDP growth of at least 10% in 2026 despite growing uncertainty and volatility in the global economy, said Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Pham Gia Tuc.
[VOVWORLD] - The nationwide campaign to collect DNA samples from relatives of unknown martyrs was launched on Wednesday in Hanoi.
[VOVWORLD] - European countries are facing more pressure to establish a diplomatic channel with Russia to advance negotiations aimed at ending the prolonged Russia-Ukraine conflict, which has had far-reaching consequences. Meanwhile, Europe's security environment is undergoing significant changes.
Quang Dung
[VOVWORLD] - The 6th Cham Ethnic Culture Festival opened in Khanh Hoa province on Friday with the theme "Preserving and Promoting Cham Cultural Identity in a New Era". The event has drawn more than 700 Cham artisans, performers, and amateur athletes.
[VOVWORLD] - US and Iranian negotiators entered a 60-day negotiation process in Switzerland on Monday, aiming to reach a final peace agreement in Iran. The first round of talks was described as having achieved progress despite threats that may lead the negotiations to deadlock.
Quang Dung
(VOVWORLD) - Vietnam stands at a historic crossroads in pursuing its global climate goals. High-level blueprints like Just Energy Transition Partnership and the Power Development Plan for 2021-2030 known as PDP8 are in place, but the true challenge is implementing them. Juhern Kim, Vietnam Country Representative of the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), which is tasked with facilitating the mobilization of 1 billion USD in green financing for Vietnam by 2028, talked with VOV24/7 about opportunities and challenges facing Vietnam in achieving Net Zero by 2050.
Bao Tram
(VOVWORLD) - There is a growing desire among travelers today, not simply to see, but to feel. Not merely to pass through landscapes, but to enter the rhythm of everyday life within them. Across Vietnam, from the waterways of Can Tho to the mountain valleys of Son La and the ancient stone lanes of Son Tay, a quieter form of tourism is taking root. This is a journey across three regions, connected not by geography, but by a common thread: communities turning to experiential tourism as a way to preserve heritage, sustain livelihoods, and remind visitors that culture lives most vividly in ordinary moments.
Viet Anh, Pham Hai, Bich Thuy, Huong Giang
(VOVWORLD) - Vietnam's first IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) case was in 1998. It was a breakthrough, but what followed was nothing short of a miracle. Tens of thousands infertility cases are treated a year. More than 200,000 children were born thanks to IVF. And today, Vietnam is one of the world's leaders in new and advanced procedures like CAPA-IVM. What drove such an explosive growth in healthcare?
[VOVWORLD] - Vietnamese Associate Professor Dr. Nguyen Thi Lan Anh was elected on June 18 a Judge of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) for the 2026–2035 term, receiving the most votes for any candidate.
[VOVWORLD] - Politburo Resolution 10 on the development of the foreign-invested economic sector reaffirms the important role of foreign investment in Vietnam’s economic growth in the new era. The Resolution sets out development orientations for the FDI sector and Vietnam’s strategic policy on improving growth quality, restructuring the economy, and accelerating modernization.
[VOVWORLD] - Ensuring its citizens’ right to housing is a measure of a nation’s humane and sustainable development. In recent years, the Vietnamese Government has introduced a series of social housing policies to realize the goal of “leaving no one behind” in the quest for safe housing.
[VOVWORLD] - It's always a pleasure to spend this time with our listeners around the world. During the past week, VOVWORLD received 365 letters, emails, and phone calls from listeners in 34 countries and territories.
[VOVWORLD] - It's great to have you with us again. We hope you're having a fantastic week so far. In the next few minutes, we'll answer some of the questions sent in by our listeners and share insights into life, culture, and current developments in Vietnam. So make yourself comfortable and enjoy the program.
[VOVWORLD] - It’s wonderful to have you with us again. Over the past week, VOVWORLD received more than 400 letters, emails, and phone calls from listeners in 34 countries and territories.
[VOVWORLD] - The Steering Committee on combating illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing in Ho Chi Minh City met on Wednesday to review the 6-month performance and work out directions and tasks for the last half of 2026.
[VOVWORLD] - Lam Dong Province on Monday set up an inter-agency task force to crack down on illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
[VOVWORLD] - An Giang province conducted a mock trial on the weekend to raise awareness of regulations on combating illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
[VOVWORLD] - As the two-tier local government model comes into operation, Quang Ninh has identified digital transformation as a key solution to improve governance efficiency and better serve citizens and businesses. From public administration centers to residential communities and hamlets, changes are increasingly visible – more convenient services, greater transparency, and closer interaction between authorities and the public.
Tien Cuong
[VOVWORLD] - Vietnam and Russia are deepening cooperation in high technology, innovation, and research commercialization. As part of the 2026 Cross-Year of Scientific and Educational Cooperation, Vietnam’s National Innovation Center and Russia’s Skolkovo Foundation signed a strategic agreement at the Startup Village 2026 Forum to promote long-term collaboration. NIC Deputy Director DoTien Thinh discusses what the partnership means for startups, researchers, and businesses in both countries.
Bao Tram
[VOVWORLD] - In the current process of rapid digital transformation, Vietnam’s healthcare sector and the military medical system in particular are changing with the times. Military hospitals, which provide both public healthcare services and fulfillment of defense duties, consider digital transformation a strategic step to improve the quality of medical examination and treatment and adapt to the challenges of the new era.
[VOVWORLD] - Highlights: - Banh Mi Becomes One of Australia’s Favorite Sandwiches - History of Ice-Production in Vietnam - Best Places to Travel in July
[VOVWORLD] - Highlights: - A traditional Hue delicacy goes viral online and captures the attention of food lovers around the world. - HBO Max officially arrives in Vietnam, bringing new streaming options and must-watch series recommendations. - Slang of the Day decodes "lowkenuinely," the internet's newest way to express honest feelings in a chill way.
[VOVWORLD] - Highlights: - Freedom over milestones the DINK-curious generation in Vietnam (Dual Income, No Kids) - The AI habits in 2026 among Gen Z workers and how it is shaping future frameworks - History of Origami art of Japan
[VOVWORLD] - For hundreds of years, the Sino-Nom inscriptions etched into the cliffs of Non Nuoc mountain in Ninh Binh province have endured, preserving the legacies of kings, scholars, and other renowned figures in Vietnam. Known as ma nhai, together they form a historical record of the country’s feudal past that documents the evolution of ancient scripts and the Vietnamese language.
[VOVWORLD] - On July 1, 1993, the Voice of Vietnam began airing programs in the E De language in the Central Highlands. Since then, broadcasts have expanded to a number of other ethnic minority languages, making VOV a familiar and trusted source of information for local communities. Behind these daily programs are the quiet efforts of broadcasters who have dedicated themselves to preserving and promoting the spoken and written languages of the ethnic groups in the region.
[VOVWORLD] - Within the sacred space of the Temple of Literature - Vietnam’s first university - a night tour offers visitors a fresh way to experience heritage by combining traditional values with modern digital technology. Through immersive lighting displays, projection mapping, and virtual reality, the relic site at night becomes both radiant and serene, lively yet warmly inviting to visitors.
[VOVWORLD] - For many international visitors, spending money in Vietnam has become far easier. With just a smartphone and a QR code, tourists no longer need to exchange foreign currency or search for ATMs. As cashless payment methods become increasingly widespread, convenience is emerging as a key competitive advantage for Vietnam’s tourism industry.
Kim Lieu
[VOVWORLD] - To sustain its target of double-digit economic growth, Vietnam needs an enormous influx of investment. The Vietnam International Financial Center in Ho Chi Minh City (VIFC-HCMC) is expected to become a gateway for global capital, providing the financial resources needed to drive Vietnam’s long-term sustainable development.
Le Hang
[VOVWORLD] - In its new development phase, Vietnam is seeking not only larger inflows of foreign direct investment (FDI) but also higher-quality capital that can drive innovation and technology transfer. Building an effective partnership ecosystem between foreign-invested and domestic enterprises is now seen as key to achieving rapid and sustainable growth.
Vinh Phong
[VOVWORLD] - The rice liquor offering dance is a traditional ritual of the Ede ethnic minority people, performed during festive community events. Every careful step and graceful gesture of the dancers around the jars of ruou can, a traditional rice liquor drunk through bamboo straws, is a solemn invitation to the deities and a hospitable welcome to honored guests to share in the joy with the villagers.
Minh Hue
[VOVWORLD] - Living amid the majestic Truong Son mountain range, the Pa Co people have preserved a rich cultural heritage, including a system of customary laws that has guided community life for generations. Among these traditions is the A Rieu Ar Puc session, a unique folk ritual often described as the Pa Co people's “community court.”
[VOVWORLD] - The rich treasure of Khmer folk music and performing arts includes many distinctive art forms, among them Cham Rieng Chapey. This is a solo performance art in which the performer both sings and plays an instrument.
Thach Hong
[VOVWORLD] - As the media industry undergoes rapid digital transformation, journalists are finding new ways to create and share content. For VOVWORLD, information is no longer delivered only through radio, but also through podcasts, videos, and digital platforms. VOVWORLD broadcasters are adapting to digital media by using new tools and finding more effective ways to bring Vietnam stories to audiences around the globe.
[VOVWORLD] - As night falls, Hanoi takes on a different rhythm. It becomes calmer and more reflective, yet remains lively with nightlife, high-energy vibe. The capital is offering nighttime cultural tours, where economic development goes hand in hand with preserving heritage and local identity, and improving residents' quality of life.
VOV
[VOVWORLD] - Ho Chi Minh’s thought on great national unity is one of the core elements of the ideological foundation of the Communist Party of Vietnam. It has been a key source of strength behind Vietnam’s revolutionary victories. In the Central Highlands, a strategic region where many ethnic groups live together, this spirit of unity has helped strengthen community bonds, maintain stability, develop local villages, and build public trust in the Party.
[VOVWORLD] - When the term "Halal" is invoked globally, it is most frequently understood as purely religious dietary restrictions observed by Muslims worldwide. But insights from top Pakistani culinary and diplomatic experts reveal a profound paradigm shift. From Pakistan’s perspective, Halal has evolved far beyond a basic spiritual obligation. Today, it is a rigorous national standard of quality, a standard of hygiene, and a massive engine driving international trade and culinary diplomacy.
Bao Tram
[VOVWORLD] - Spain’s musical tradition sits at the intersection of earthy folk music and the sophisticated structure of Western classical music. To celebrate the 150th birthday of legendary Spanish composer and pianist Manuel de Falla, Spanish cellist Lorenzo Meseguer last week performed in Hanoi, featuring works by Falla and some other composers. He will now talk with us about “the Spanish sound”.
Bao Tram
[VOVWORLD] - Hanoi is about to get a taste of the Arabian Sea as a culinary delegation from Pakistan’s Sindh province will arrive in the capital later this month. Today, we discussed with Pakistani Ambassador Kohdayar Marri about that province’s rich spices, legendary rice, and maritime traditions and the culinary heritage of Sindh.
Bao Tram
[VOVWORLD] - Vietnam has more than 7 million people with disabilities, accounting for 7% of the population. For many them, sports is an unfamiliar world due to physical barriers, a lack of adaptive facilities, and limited community awareness. But a growing recreational sports movement in Vietnam is changing that environment.
[VOVWORLD] - More than half a century after the war ended, the search for the remains of Vietnam’s fallen soldiers continues across mountains, forests and former battlefields. Under the Prime Minister’s 500-day campaign to accelerate the search, collection, and identification of martyrs’ remains, thousands of officials, soldiers, and local residents have joined a mission driven by gratitude and responsibility.
[VOVWORLD] - Amid the growing challenges of climate change and the pressure of economic development, forest protection has become an urgent task in many countries including Vietnam. Across Vietnam, from the dry hills of Son La province to the biodiversity-rich jungles of Chu Mom Ray National Park in the Central Highlands, quiet but determined efforts are underway to safeguard nature.
[VOVWORLD] - The Voice of Vietnam, an agency of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam, held the opening ceremony for the second leg of the 2026 HDBank National Futsal Championship on Sunday evening in Ho Chi Minh City.
[VOVWORLD] - Lionel Messi rewrote the World Cup record books on Monday, becoming the tournament's all-time leading scorer with both goals in Argentina's 2-0 victory over Austria that secured the holders' passage to the last 32.
[VOVWORLD] - World Cup 2026’s Group A saw the Czech Republic and South Africa play out a 1-1 draw, while co-host Mexico edged South Korea 1-0.
[VOVWORLD] - The educational community English Lights Your Home (ELYH) has launched a non-profit project in Hanoi called ELYH Entertainment, aiming to nurture a love of the arts within families while creating a free creative space where young talents can be discovered, encouraged, and supported.
Bui Hang
[VOVWORLD] - The journey of Son Thanh Tuan, a Khmer sculptor from Can Tho city is an inspiring testament to his dedication to preserving the cultural heritage of his community. Tuan’s passion for Khmer sculpture took root during his years of studying in the Khmer Theravada Buddhist tradition, where he first discovered and developed a deep appreciation for this unique art form.
[VOVWORLD] - A quick update for our listeners across Europe: the Voice of Vietnam’s shortwave frequency to Europe has changed.
[VOVWORLD] - Electrification is critical for Vietnam to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. It requires a massive shift to renewables, electric vehicles (EVs), and modernized, efficient power grids. Joining us for this week’s Q&A is Mr. Chandru Bharadhwajan, Country Manager of Hitachi Energy Vietnam. From his perspective, he explains why a modernized grid is important to protect national energy security.
Bao Tram
