Vietnam, Australia issue joint statement on deepening comprehensive strategic partnership
[VOVWORLD] - Vietnam and Australia have issued a joint statement on deepening the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries. The following is the full text of the Joint Statement.
[VOVWORLD] - Vietnam and Australia have issued a joint statement on deepening the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries. The following is the full text of the Joint Statement.
[VOVWORLD] - Australian experts said Australia is keen to work with Vietnam to help realize Vietnam's development vision through 2045, stressing that Party General Secretary and State President To Lam's proposals for bilateral cooperation under a new science, technology and innovation pillar closely align with Australia's priorities.
[VOVWORLD] - Nearly 900 homes out of 2,092 homes under construction have been completed for victims of Agent Orange/dioxin and their families by the end of July.
[VOVWORLD] - As countries around the world accelerate efforts to build semiconductor capabilities to meet growing demand driven by artificial intelligence (AI), Vietnam should identify areas where it can develop competitive advantages in the value chain, with an initial focus on chip manufacturing and packaging, says Japanese expert Tsuda Kenji when commenting on Japan’s semiconductor strategy and possible lessons for Vietnam.
[VOVWORLD] - An exhibition of 120 works by 50 artists is underway at the Temple of Literature in Hanoi, a special national relic site, showcasing Vietnam's diverse culture. Entitled “Millennium Heritage” the event marks the 950th anniversary of the founding of Vietnam’s first university and the 81st National Day, September 2.
[VOVWORLD] - Despite statements by some US officials that a deal with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz could be reached soon, developments in the Middle East point to a prolonged stalemate, with serious economic and geopolitical consequences for the region and the world.
[VOVWORLD] - Party General Secretary and President of Vietnam To Lam will pay a state visit to Australia from Sunday to next Wednesday, at the invitation of Australian Governor-General Sam Mostyn. The visit will take place as the Vietnam-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership enters a new stage of development with considerable opportunities and potential for cooperation.
Viet Nga
(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] - ✨In this week's Beat The Rush podcast, we explore the viral trend that's turning traditional markets into must-visit fashion stops. From choosing straps and colors to watching skilled craftsmen assemble each pair by hand, these retro wooden wedges are giving travelers a stylish way to take home a piece of Vietnamese culture. https://open.spotify.com/episode/0mS4UttkXOLP6QLiwpRy1Y?si=PXhmeI_wTFudlr8Rt-8P9g&utm_source=copy-link
[VOVWORLD] - "Do you believe in elves?" - In 1998, a local newspaper in Iceland did a quick survey asking this question to 600 people. More than half said yes. Even today, if you visit Iceland, and ask Icelanders the same questions, more often than not, people would say "Why not?" Our episode today will take us to Iceland to look into these elves and their cultural impacts here. https://open.spotify.com/episode/4vcVN5HmymJZN3QccRsjiL?si=NDbqZrlHRwSLsOQY3TeHWA&utm_source=copy-link
[VOVWORLD] - In today's episode, one of our listeners, Fushi, shared with us his road trip story biking across Vietnam, as well as what he learned about cross-country travel and himself! https://open.spotify.com/episode/5yPlxfsoj7poFnhtVx4CXg?si=9h1GGg6kThim066pudgJBA&utm_source=copy-link
[VOVWORLD] - The protection of human rights in any country should be measured not only by its legal framework and international commitments, but also by the tangible benefits people experience in their everyday lives. In Vietnam, human rights alongside social progress and equity has long been a consistent guiding principle of the Party and the State.
[VOVWORLD] - In the digital era, human rights extend beyond the fundamental freedoms enshrined in the Constitution to encompass the right to access knowledge, protect personal data, benefit from scientific and technological advances, and enjoy equal opportunities for development. Recognizing these emerging needs, Vietnam has continued to refine its legal framework to ensure that every stage of national development is accompanied by stronger protection and promotion of human rights.
[VOVWORLD] - Vietnam's ambition to achieve double-digit economic growth in 2026 is facing mounting pressure after GDP growth in the first half of the year fell 1.52 percentage points below the target. To go big in its sprint in the second half, the Government is rolling out aggressive measures to unleash key growth drivers and make full use of the economy's potential.
[VOVWORLD] - During the past week, VOVWORLD received nearly 400 letters, emails and phone calls from listeners in 33 countries and territories.
[VOVWORLD] - Every Wednesday, we open our mailbox to read the letters, emails, reception reports, stories, and kind messages you send us from around the world. It's always a pleasure to hear how our programs reach you and to learn about your life, culture,and passion for radio.
[VOVWORLD] - During the past week, VOVWORLD received more than 350 letters, emails, and phone calls from listeners in 32 countries and territories.It's always a pleasure to spend these moments with you, reading your letters, answering your questions, and discovering how our stories about Vietnam resonate with listeners around the world.
[VOVWORLD] - Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung has signed an action plan to address recommendations made by the European Commission following its fifth inspection of Vietnam’s efforts to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
[VOVWORLD] - Coast Guard Region 4 Command is implementing sweeping measures in Vietnam's southwestern waters, in a nationwide effort to get the European Commission’s "yellow card" lifted.
[VOVWORLD] - Lam Dong Province on Monday set up an inter-agency task force to crack down on illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
[VOVWORLD] - Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung has urged the Southeast Asia Semiconductor Association (SEMI Southeast Asia) to further connect its members with investment opportunities in Vietnam, expand partnerships with local enterprises, and provide policy advice and technical expertise to help Vietnam participate in the association's activities and in regional and global semiconductor ecosystems.
[VOVWORLD] - After more than a year of implementing the two-tier local government model in Hanoi, digital transformation has proven to be the key to its effective operation. An increasing number of administrative procedures are now handled online, improving administrative efficiency and the quality of public services for both residents and businesses. Digital transformation has helped build a modern, transparent and professional public administration, laying the foundation for the smooth operati
Kim Lieu
[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] - Highlights: - Under-16 clampdown: Vietnam moves to keep children off social media, joining a global wave - Back-to-school sticker shock: tuition is free now, so why do parents still dread the bill? - The ghost of live music: do young people still go out to a "phong tra", or has the algorithm won?
[VOVWORLD] - Highlights: - Travel Corner: A Vietnam Airlines captain explains the truth about flight turbulence, plus Da Lat's Lien Khuong Airport is finally reopening. - Movie Corner: The bizarre Wicker trailer that's taking over TikTok and a preview of the biggest movies still coming in 2026. - Slang of the Day: What does "crash out" actually mean?
[VOVWORLD] - Highlights: - Seasonal Eating - what's in season, and why it matters. - Buy Now, Pay Later - easy to use, but is it too easy? - Bless You! Why we say it after a sneeze.
[VOVWORLD] - Traditional three-plank sailboats have returned to the waters of Ha Long Bay, offering visitors a new heritage tourism experience that brings the region's rich maritime culture to life. The initiative, launched by the Quang Ninh Waterway Passenger Transport Company and the Vietnam Sightseeing Company, introduces visitors to the bay's scenic beauty and the traditional culture of Quang Ninh's coastal communities.
Truong Giang
[VOVWORLD] - Community libraries established in villages across Thai Nguyen province are places where children can discover new worlds through books. Though modest in size, these reading rooms are becoming familiar gathering spaces that nurture a love of reading and broaden the knowledge of children who live in remote communities.
[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] - The resolution of the 3rd plenum of the 14th Party Central Committee on making Vietnam a strong maritime nation, known as Resolution 20, calls for strong development of renewable energy and new maritime fields. Vietnam aims to achieve between 6 and 17 GW of offshore wind power (OWP) capacity by 2030. The successful investment in these projects is a golden opportunity for Vietnam to make a breakthrough in its maritime economy.
Nguyen Long
[VOVWORLD] - Vietnam’s ambitious double-digit growth target hinges on multiple drivers, including higher labor productivity and stronger domestic enterprises. To make that goal a reality, breakthrough micro-economic reforms are urgently needed.
Ngoc Anh
[VOVWORLD] - Against a challenging economic backdrop, Vietnamese micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), particularly women-led businesses, continue to face limited access to capital and management expertise. The third cohort of the Standard Chartered Foundation-funded Co4Growth accelerator program from January to June this year has addressed these challenges by equipping startups with practical tools to strengthen governance and improve investment readiness.
Bao Tram
[VOVWORLD] - For the Ba Na ethnic minority people in the Central Highlands, humans, rice, forests, mountains, water sources and the deities are all closely connected. After each farming season, they hold the harvest worship ritual to pray for favourable weather, abundant crops, and peace for the village. In this week's Colorful Vietnam-Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups, we invite you to visit the Ba Na community in Xí Thoại village, Dak Lak province, to learn about this meaningful ritual.
[VOVWORLD] - The sound of the khen panpipe and the accompanying dance embody the cultural soul of the Mong ethnic minority group. During festivals, the khen melodies echo through the mountains, preserving the flow of cultural heritage and connecting generations of Mong people.
[VOVWORLD] - In the vast Muong Lo valley of Lao Cai province, generations of Thai people have preserved Xoe dancing, a priceless cultural treasure that has been inscribed on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. In the second-largest rice-growing area in northwestern Vietnam, Xoe dancing brings people together and strengthens community bonds.
[VOVWORLD] - Victims of Agent Orange/dioxin—ranging in age from 15 to 36—live with permanent cognitive and physical disabilities. The lasting impacts of the war include intellectual disabilities, visual impairment, and severe speech delays. Staff at Facility 1 of the Da Nang City Center for the Protection of Agent Orange Victims and Disadvantaged Children provide daily care, education, and support to help ease those wounds.
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[VOVWORLD] - In the remote border commune of Kim Bang in Nghe An province, a new school is being built, bringing hope to local children and their families. With support from Vietnam's Ministry of National Defense, the kindergarten will provide a safe and modern place for children living along the Vietnam–Laos border, replacing classrooms that have long struggled with old facilities and seasonal flooding.
Le Phuong
[VOVWORLD] - On January 31, 1968, Vietnamese people and soldiers undertook a historic Spring General Offensive and Uprising, widely known as the Tet Offensive. Many laid down their lives during the battle. Now, soldiers and officers from the Ho Chi Minh City High Command are working day and night searching for the remains of these heroes to return them to their loved ones.
[VOVWORLD] - Every July 16, the seaside pilgrim town of Puri, in India’s Odisha state, transforms into a sea of devotion as hundreds of thousands gather for the Jagannath Rath Yatra, the Festival of Chariots. This grand Hindu festival, one of the most important events for Hindi Indians began thousands of years ago in Puri to honor Lord Jagannath (the Lord of the Universe), his brother Balabhadra, and sister Subhadra.
Bao Tram, Dinh Nam
[VOVWORLD] - For many Mexicans living abroad, finding a meal that truly tastes like home can be surprisingly difficult. Overseas, traditional recipes are often adapted to local tastes, creating versions that may be popular but feel unfamiliar to those who grew up with them. In Vietnam, however, a growing number of restaurants are working to change that, guided by a certification known as Sello M, a mark of authentic Mexican cuisine.
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] - Ca Tru ceremonial singing, its haunting melodies and intricate rhythms, has echoed through Vietnam’s cultural history, captivating generations with their elegance and artistic sophistication. Recognized by scholars as one of the world's most refined vocal traditions, this folk singing genre is stands as a treasured symbol of Vietnam's musical heritage. In today’s program, we explore the history of the folk art through the documentary film “A millennium of castanet rhythms”, directe
Bao Tram
[VOVWORLD] - Some voices echo long after they are gone, preserved in the art and words they leave behind. Such is the enduring legacy of late Azerbaijani filmmaker, actor, and writer Ajdar Ibrahimov (1919–1993). Sent to Vietnam between 1959 and 1962 to teach at the country's very first film school, Ibrahimov played an important role in laying the foundation for Vietnam’s revolutionary cinema. But his time there ignited more than just his passion for film.
Kim Chi
[VOVWORLD] - A recent showcase titled “Vui hoi Bai Choi” in Da Nang city created a massive buzz among the youth community. Far from a conventional village performance, this creative, multi-sensory art experience was the brainchild of “Choi Oi”, a graduation project by multimedia communication students from FPT University Da Nang. The event proved that Bai Choi, an UNESCO-inscribed Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, retains its vitality when given a “nudge” to connect it with young people.
Bao Tram
[VOVWORLD] - The Vietnam national football team secured the top spot in Group A and a place in the semi-finals of the ASEAN Cup 2026 after a 3-1 victory over Cambodia at My Dinh Stadium in Hanoi.
[VOVWORLD] - FIFA apologised to its members for mistakes made over its abandoned proposal to sell commercial rights to the World Cup as the body's leadership reaffirmed its support for President Gianni Infantino after a crisis meeting in Morocco on Wednesday.
[VOVWORLD] - The 2026 FIFA World Cup, billed as the largest tournament in football history, concluded on Sunday with a series of record-breaking figures.
[VOVWORLD] - Every morning, Metro Line No. 1 trains depart from Ho Chi Minh City’s Ben Thanh station. Around the station, coffee shops open earlier, convenience stores serve more customers, and parking lots and eateries receive succeeding waves of passengers. A new rhythm of life is taking shape. Public transit is channeling urban economic flows in new ways.
Tuyet Nhung
[VOVWORLD] - For 17 years, from 2009 to 2026, Vietnamese-French Tran To Nga has pursued justice for people affected by Agent Orange/dioxin. Her lawsuit targets 14 multinational corporations accused of producing and supplying Agent Orange/dioxin for use by the US military during the war in Vietnam.
[VOVWORLD] - The Supreme People’s Procuracy on Friday signed a communication cooperation program for the 2026-2027 period with the Voice of Vietnam (VOV), Nhan Dan Newspaper, and the Vietnam News Agency.
[VOVWORLD] - When General-Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam and President To Lam touches down in Canberra this week for a state visit running from 9 to 12 August, it marks more than a diplomatic courtesy call.
Nguyen Hong Hai Assistant Professor, VinUniversity, Vietnam; Adjunct Professor, University of the Sunshine Coast, Australia
