[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] - 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] - 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] - 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] - Highlights: - Do your emojis give away your age? - Trung Nguyen puts coffee on wheels — but why? - Planning your National Day break? Here's how to experience Vietnam's history differently.

[VOVWORLD] - Highlights: - Absolute Cinema: How a Martin Scorsese Meme Got a Very Vietnamese Makeover - Patriotic Fandom Returns: How Young People Are Celebrating Vietnamese Culture in Their Own Way - Shoppertainment: When You Go Online to Scroll and Somehow Come Back With Ten Packages

[VOVWORLD] - As the digital age races forward, second-hand bookstores remain, quietly defying time and change. More than just places where books are bought and sold, they reflect the culture and spiritual life of generations, preserving many values that are worth safeguarding.

[VOVWORLD] - Many significant Cham cultural heritage sites are now digitized, using QR codes, 3D models, and virtual reality technology to create new ways for visitors to explore them. In Khanh Hoa province, centuries-old Cham towers, silent witnesses to history, can now be experienced through modern digital technology.

[VOVWORLD] - Vietnamese enterprises invested 1.2 billion USD overseas in the first half of this year, nearly 2.5 times last year’s figure, according to the Foreign Investment Agency under the Ministry of Finance. Vietnam’s export turnover is also growing strongly. To expand their scale and sharpen competitiveness in global markets, domestic businesses are increasing production capacity, meeting stringent quality standards, innovating products, and building networks of global partners.

Anh Huyen, Ngoc Diep

[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] - In the culturally rich life of the Tay ethnic people in northeastern Vietnam, Phong slu is a simple yet deeply moving musical form likened to “love letters in song”. This traditional art form has long been a cherished part of Tay cultural life, helping to preserve the unique beauty of the community’s folk heritage.

[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] - Amid the misty mountain passes of Tung Vai in Tuyen Quang province, in northeastern Vietnam, the Border Guard station does more than guard the border. For many poor children in the area, it has become a second home. Many children at risk of dropping out of school have received support from the border guards, who encourage them to stay in school and pursue their dreams.

[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] - 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] - 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] - 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] - Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa on Thursday sent a letter of congratulations to the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) and the Vietnam national team for their victory at the 2026 ASEAN Cup.

[VOVWORLD] - Vietnam retained the ASEAN Championship after they twice came from behind to draw 2-2 with Thailand in Hanoi on ​Wednesday to secure a 4-2 aggregate win in the final.