Programs of the week
Top leader calls on Hanoi University of Science and Technology to become a leading research university
[VOVWORLD] - Party General Secretary and State President To Lam has called on Hanoi University of Science and Technology to become a leading research university capable of addressing major national challenges and driving industrial innovation.
[VOVWORLD] - Party General Secretary and State President To Lam has called on Hanoi University of Science and Technology to become a leading research university capable of addressing major national challenges and driving industrial innovation.
[VOVWORLD] - A memorial service, tribute ceremony, and burial for 93 fallen soldiers was held on Thursday at Vi Xuyen National Martyrs’ Cemetery in Tuyen Quang province.
[VOVWORLD] - Prime Minister Le Minh Hung attended a memorial and reburial ceremony in Ho Chi Minh City on Wednesday for the remains of 731 fallen soldiers recovered from Le Thi Rieng Park, paying tribute to those who sacrificed their lives for national peace, independence, and freedom.
[VOVWORLD] - Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung has called for stronger efforts to meet five “no” targets in the fight against illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing by the end of the year.
[VOVWORLD] - October 15 will be Vietnam’s first Digital Citizen Day, established under Government Resolution No. 66 with the aim of raising public awareness, encouraging people to develop digital skills, and promoting the use of technology in everyday life. It underscores Vietnam’s commitment to people-centered digital transformation and ensuring that everyone is able to access and benefit from digital services.
[VOVWORLD] - The US has reached a deal to buy Russian diesel in a move to ease fuel price pressures. The agreement is expected to have a significant impact on the energy market as well as the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Quang Dung
[VOVWORLD] - National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man is paying an official visit to China and will co-chair the second meeting of the Cooperation Committee between the legislatures of Vietnam and China. The visit builds on frequent high-leveled changes between the two Parties and countries, aiming to translate high-level consensus into concrete cooperation programs and tangible results.
[VOVWORLD] - In 1947, a Norwegian ethnographer named Thor Heyerdahl hand-built a raft made of balsa wood and crossed 8,000km on it to prove that ancient people could have crossed the great seas to far-off lands on primitive tools. This is his story.
[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. Plus, we share where to find them in Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Hội An, along with other handcrafted souvenirs that support local artisans and traditions.
[VOVWORLD] - Today's episode takes us to Mars to meet 2 of the many robots NASA has sent to space - Opportunity and Spirit! We will hear what they have learnt about the universe and humanity itself.
[VOVWORLD] - October 17 is observed as Vietnam’s Day for the Poor. The goals of poverty reduction are to help people overcome immediate hardship, create the conditions for them to escape poverty, and mitigate the risk of poverty relapse. This vision is set out in the documents of the 14th National Party Congress, which call for building a modern, multi-tier universal social security system and ensuring that no one is left behind.
[VOVWORLD] - The fourth Plenum of the 14th Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee concluded in Hanoi on Thursday. One of the key issues discussed was building a strong cadre workforce and fundamentally reforming personnel policy.
[VOVWORLD] - 100 years of the Communist Party of Vietnam’s leadership were reviewed and orientations for national development over the next century were discussed at a meeting in Hanoi on Thursday. The meeting also examined 40 years of implementing the Political Platform on National Construction during the Transition to Socialism. Nearly a century of leadership has provided Vietnam with lessons that are being drawn on as Vietnam enters a new stage of development.
[VOVWORLD] - This week, our mailbox once again brought us messages from different corners of the globe. We received more than 350 letters and phone calls from listeners in 33 countries and territories.
[VOVWORLD] - Let’s open our Letter Box with a question from Bouzeboudja Mohamed in Algeria, who asks: “When does autumn arrive in Hanoi?”
[VOVWORLD] - Today's program is a particularly special one because this week, the Voice of Vietnam, VOVWORLD and the English section are celebrating our 81st anniversary, September 7.
[VOVWORLD] - Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung has called for stronger efforts to meet five “no” targets in the fight against illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing by the end of the year.
[VOVWORLD] - The 30-day national campaign to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing ended on September 15, with a number of notable results. The campaign demonstrated Vietnam’s determination to address the European Commission’s recommendations.
Huyen Trang
[VOVWORLD] - An inter-agency team inspected efforts to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing within the areas of the Song Doc Border Guard Station and the Ca Mau Provincial Border Guard Command on Sunday and Monday.
[VOVWORLD] - The global semiconductor market is projected to reach 1.5 to 1.6 trillion USD in 2026, according to World Semiconductor Trade Statistics. Vietnam’s market is valued at 21 billion USD, with a target of 25 billion USD by 2030. But to capture a greater share of this growth, Vietnamese firms must master key technologies and strengthen their positions in global supply chains.
Bao Tram
[VOVWORLD] - “One Step Ahead,” Meta’s Asia-Pacific online safety education initiative, was launched in Vietnam during the Cultures of the World Festival in Hanoi last week, aiming to raise awareness of key security tools and help users protect their accounts.
Bao Tram
[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] - Highlights: - Beyond “Vietnamese Mochi”: Discovering the rich heritage of Banh Giay - 10 isn’t always ten, and “second” can mean first: the curious logic behind numbers in Vietnam - Your perfect Halloween costume, according to your zodiac sign
[VOVWORLD] - Highlights: - Monday Blues: Why Mondays feel so hard, and how to make the start of the week less stressful. - Me-First Travel: Shorter trips, more often. Why young travelers are putting experiences first. - Pitch a Friend: When your best friend gives a slideshow presentation on why someone should date you.
[VOVWORLD] - Highlights: - Travel Corner: What to pack for Vietnam’s rainy season, plus a few reasons rainy days can make travel more memorable. - Movie Corner: A look at Human Trafficking Camp, the Vietnamese film making waves at the box office and online; The New York Times’ top five TV shows of the 21st century. - Slang of the Day: The Scandinavian phenomenon known as the “Latte Dad.”
[VOVWORLD] - In early October, Cham villages come alive with excitement as local communities celebrate Kate, the most important annual festival of the Cham Brahman community. This year’s celebration is particularly special, as it is being held alongside the Bau Truc Cham Pottery Festival for the first time.
[VOVWORLD] - Traditional games form an important part of a community’s collective memory, reflecting its way of life and cultural values. Preserving these games is not simply about keeping traditional forms of recreation alive. More importantly, it gives children the chance to experience culture firsthand, to play, explore, and grow through meaningful activities rooted in family and community life.
[VOVWORLD] - Binh Duc pottery village in Lam Dong Province is finding new ways to preserve its traditional craft and Cham cultural heritage. While older artisans continue to pass down time-honored pottery-making techniques, younger generations are turning to digital technology to promote the craft, reach new customers, and expand their markets.
[VOVWORLD] - Quang Ninh has broken ground on a series of industrial park and industrial cluster infrastructure projects worth hundreds of millions of US dollars, laying the foundation for a new industrial ecosystem focused on high-tech, sustainability, and stronger competitiveness.
Truong Giang
[VOVWORLD] - Mekong Delta tourism is gaining momentum, with visitor numbers and tourism revenue posting impressive growth. In implementing Politburo Resolution 26 on developing tourism into a spearhead economic sector in the new era, localities in southern Vietnam are introducing new policies, mechanisms, and tourism products to turn the region from a brief stopover into a destination for domestic and international travelers.
Kim Loan
[VOVWORLD] - Vietnam has an opportunity to develop a low-altitude economy, with unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) could emerge as a new technology sector, generating new products, services, and business models.
Anh Huyen, Ta Lan
[VOVWORLD] - The traditional costumes of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups reflect their distinctive identities shaped through generations. Every outfit tells a story passed down through thousands of years.
[VOVWORLD] - As the weather begins to turn cool in the mountains of Ngan Son, Thai Nguyen province, the Khau Nua Lech sticky rice fields reach the right stage for harvesting to make com, a traditional young green rice delicacy.
Huyen Trang
[VOVWORLD] - In E De culture, the matriarchal system is clearly reflected in women’s central role in the family, most notably in their right to take the initiative in choosing and marrying a husband. This tradition is particularly evident in the ceremony welcoming the son-in-law into the wife’s family.
[VOVWORLD] - October 10 is observed as Vietnam’s National Digital Transformation Day. Digital technology is changing the way many sectors operate, including defense. Artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, big data, and simulation technologies are not only enhancing research and training capabilities but also opening up new avenues for cooperation between Vietnam and other countries, helping build trust and strengthen the ability to respond to emerging security challenges.
[VOVWORLD] - Every rainy season, many households living along the Ayun River in Ia Hiao commune, Gia Lai province, live in fear of rising floodwaters. To help them lead safer and more secure lives, the Gia Lai provincial People’s Committee is building a new resettlement area in a safer location.
[VOVWORLD] - From community festivals held without elaborate staging or performance platforms to a 30-year journey to revive cultural traditions that were once at risk of fading away, mountainous communes around Da Nang City have gradually turned traditional culture into a driving force for development.
[VOVWORLD] - The sound of Pakistan’s Sufi tradition came to Hanoi last week when Saakin, a band from Islamabad, performed at the 2nd Cultures of the World Festival. The group was one of 19 international art troupes that took the stage at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel from October 1 to 4, showcasing a contemporary sound that blends rock, jazz, folk and electronic influences.
Bao Tram
[VOVWORLD] - Turning 15 is an important milestone for many young people in Norway. It is a time of growing up, becoming more independent, and celebrating a new stage of life. In this edition of Culture Rendezvous, we take a closer look at this Norwegian coming-of-age tradition through the story of a Norwegian family of Vietnamese origin.
Minh My
[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] - As Vietnam’s cities expand and demand for electricity continues to grow, apartment rooftops are emerging as an underused space for solar power generation. Rooftop solar could help apartment buildings meet part of their electricity needs, particularly in common areas, while reducing energy costs and emissions. Yet its wider adoption faces legal, technical and management challenges.
Bao Tram
[VOVWORLD] - As Vietnam’s cities expand and demand for electricity continues to grow, apartment rooftops are emerging as an underused space for solar power generation. Rooftop solar could help apartment buildings meet part of their electricity needs, particularly in common areas, while reducing energy costs and emissions. Yet its wider adoption faces legal, technical and management challenges.
Bao Tram
[VOVWORLD] - Forty-six years after making history as the first Vietnamese and Asian to travel into space, Lieutenant General Pham Tuan’s extraordinary journey continues to inspire. Pham Tuan’s own memories offer a vivid glimpse into life in space and the view of Earth from orbit. For a new generation, his story carries a simple but powerful message: with perseverance and determination, even the most ambitious dreams can become reality.
Cam Thi
[VOVWORLD] - The X-Run Training Camp was launched in Ho Chi Minh City on Sunday, ahead of the 9th Techcombank Ho Chi Minh City International Marathon scheduled for December.
[VOVWORLD] - A nationwide campaign was launched in Hanoi on Saturday, calling on all people to practice physical training for public health and for a healthy and prosperous Vietnam.
[VOVWORLD] - Vietnam’s Nguyen Thi Tam won a silver medal in the women’s 51kg boxing event at the 2026 Asian Games (ASIAD 20) in Japan after a hard-fought final against China’s Wu Yu on Friday.
[VOVWORLD] - Long Thanh International Airport, new expressways, ring roads, railways, and an expanding network of industrial parks are reshaping Dong Nai’s urban landscape. Once-remote areas are emerging as new growth centers. But key questions remain: Where should urban expansion take place? How should industry, logistics, and services be distributed? And how can infrastructure drive growth without leaving new urban areas short of schools, hospitals, and essential public services?
[VOVWORLD] - Tran Yen Commune in Lao Cai Province is home to one of the largest and most productive mulberry-growing and silkworm-farming regions in Vietnam’s northwest. The industry has helped thousands of farming households improve their livelihoods. At the heart of this success is the Hanh Le Mulberry and Silkworm Cooperative, which connects local farmers with businesses and creates new economic opportunities for rural communities.
[VOVWORLD] - Media cooperation can deepen mutual understanding and strengthen Vietnam-Iran relations, Voice of Vietnam (VOV) Deputy General Director Ngo Minh Hien said during a meeting with Iranian Ambassador to Vietnam Akbar Ghasemi Ali Abadi in Hanoi on Thursday.
[VOVWORLD] - The 18th South China Sea International Conference was held in Hanoi last Wednesday, bringing together diplomats, legal experts, and scholars to discuss communication, transparency, and crisis prevention. They agreed that maritime law is the central axis of regional stability. Often described as the "constitution for the oceans", the 1982 UNCLOS provides the legal baseline for international security, operational predictability, and peaceful dispute resolution.
Bao Tram
