Vietnam’s trade volume surges toward 400 billion USD milestone
[VOVWORLD] - Vietnam’s total import and export turnover in the first half of May was 47.7 billion USD, according to the Vietnam Customs.
[VOVWORLD] - Vietnam’s total import and export turnover in the first half of May was 47.7 billion USD, according to the Vietnam Customs.
[VOVWORLD] - May 22 marks the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s Traditional Day for Natural Disaster Prevention and Control. Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Nguyen Hoang Hiep stressed the importance of community participation in disaster preparedness and response.
[VOVWORLD] - Vietnam climbed five places to rank 50th globally, its highest position ever, in the 2026 Global Startup Ecosystem Index released recently by Singapore-based StartupBlink.
[VOVWORLD] - Ho Chi Minh City climbed 12 places from 2025 to rank 98th globally, entering the world’s Top 100 startup ecosystems for the first time, according to the 2026 Global Startup Ecosystem Index released by StartupBlink.
[VOVWORLD] - The fight against climate change, which has been somewhat neglected in recent years amid geopolitical conflicts and policy shifts by major powers, has seen some encouraging signs lately as the international community begins to step up climate justice and climate finance efforts.
Quang Dung
[VOVWORLD] - Vietnamese cuisine is becoming internationally known through films, music, and innovative digital media campaigns. Many young artists now regard food as an essential part of the soul of their works.
[VOVWORLD] - Running from Wednesday through next Monday, the Da Nang Food Tour Festival 2026 features hundreds of booths packed with culinary, cultural, and tourism experiences. The event aims to position Da Nang as one of the region’s leading culinary destinations.
Huyen Trang
(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] - The Vietnamese Government is carrying out a nationwide campaign to crack down on intellectual property (IP) violations. This is Vietnam’s latest effort to combat, prevent, and comprehensively address infringements of intellectual property rights. The effort aims to make enforcement more effective, strengthen prosecution of IP violations, foster a transparent business environment, and enhance Vietnam’s credibility in international integration.
[VOVWORLD] - May 19, 2026, marks the 136th birth anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh. Throughout his life, the great leader of the Vietnamese people consistently emphasized the importance of winning the people’s trust and support.
[VOVWORLD] - For the first time, the Vietnamese Government has issued a National Strategy on Innovative Startups, marking a significant shift from “encouraging” to actively “leading” the startup ecosystem. This strategic move aims to unlock the creative potential of the population and position Vietnam as a leading hub for innovation-driven entrepreneurship in the region.
[VOVWORLD] - Many listeners sent us greetings this week on the 136th birth anniversary of our beloved President Ho Chi Minh on May 19th.
[VOVWORLD] - This week, VOVWORLD received more than 430 letters, emails, and phone calls from listeners in 33 countries and territories. Your feedback, questions, and warm friendship remind us that radio continues to connect hearts across borders.
Mai Phuong
[VOVWORLD] - We’ve got two national celebrations coming up, the Hung Kings’ Commemoration on April 26th, then National Reunification Day on April 30.
[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] - The Vietnam Coast Guard’s Steering Committee on combating illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing held a conference in An Giang province on Thursday to review the outcomes of its recent peak enforcement campaign.
[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] - 20 years ago, the Vietnam Military Industry and Telecommunications Group (Viettel) entered the global marketplace. With its own approach and continuous efforts to grow, Viettel is now transitioning from an “overseas investment” model to the global business strategy “Go Global 2.0”, affirming its foothold in the global telecommunications and digital technology sector.
Vinh Phong
[VOVWORLD] - A seminar titled “Vietnam tourism – Promoting digital transformation and AI application for rapid and sustainable development” was held on Thursday, as part of the Vietnam International Travel Mart, VITM Hanoi 2026.
[VOVWORLD] - Highlights: - A muddy race across the terraced rice fields of Mu Cang Chai goes viral - Celebrating 100 years of David Attenborough and his impact on nature filmmaking - Slang of the Day breaks down the internet chaos behind “skibidi”
Highlights - Where the village has a soul: Passing on the cultural and spiritual life of H’Mong ethnic group - Unexpected inventions making a comeback this 2026: The analog life
Highlights: - Best trekking routes in Vietnam during summer 2026 - History of Vietnamese sandwich or banh mi and how people around the world have bread. - Summer festivals to be expected in 2026
[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] - Originally published in the former Soviet Union in 1968, "What I Saw in Vietnam" is a collection of short stories, memoirs, and diary entries by renowned Azerbaijani filmmaker, screenwriter, and author Ajdar Ibrahimov.
Bao Tram
[VOVWORLD] - The Southern Folk Cake Festival concluded earlier this month in Can Tho city, bringing together 200 varieties of traditional cakes made from simple local ingredients.
[VOVWORLD] - As demand for development capital rises, Vietnam’s leading private corporations are stepping up international bond issuance. Beyond providing an additional funding channel, the mobilization of foreign capital also serves as a “litmus test” of Vietnam’s reputation, governance capacity, and level of integration into global financial markets.
Anh Huyen
[VOVWORLD] - As Vietnam accelerates innovation, science and technology, and digital transformation, the role of private capital in fueling strategic technology sectors has never been more critical. This year, the nation’s premier investment platform, Vietnam Innovations and Private Capital Summit (VIPC Summit), undergoes a significant transformation. We speak with Max Ferdinand Scheichenost, a founding member of the Vietnam Private Capital Agency (VPCA), about why the upcoming VIPC Summit 2026.
Bao Tram
[VOVWORLD] - Da Nang city began construction of the Lien Chieu container port complex on April 25. The 2 billion USD project is expected to become a logistics gateway to the world from Vietnam’s central region.
[VOVWORLD] - The Chut are the only one of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups who don’t have a traditional costume. In 2024, the Institute of Ethnology and Religious Studies launched a project to design a representative costume for the Chut people, which was officially introduced in 2025.
[VOVWORLD] - April, the peak of the dry season in the Central Highlands, leaves the fields parched and the land cracked under the scorching sun. At that time, the E De people in Ky village, Thanh Nhat ward, Dak Lak province, hold a rain-praying ceremony. The ritual conveys people’s wish for favorable weather and abundant harvests, strengthens solidarity, and preserves their traditional culture.
H’Xiu
[VOVWORLD] - A ceremony known as Kareh for females and Katal for males is one of the life-cycle rituals observed by the Cham Bani community. A syncretic blend of indigenous Cham traditions with elements of Hinduism and Islam, the Kareh-Katal ceremony informs the ancestors that a new member has reached adulthood, and the person at the center of the ceremony is officially recognised as a follower of Cham Bani Islam.
[VOVWORLD] - Vietnam's history is an endless source of inspiration for those working in artistic and cultural fields and has paved the way for some truly unique expressions among young creative people. A Hanoian named Vien Hong Quang, 31, has restored and colorized hundreds of old photographs and interviews with historical figures, including valuable footage of President Ho Chi Minh.
Bui Hang
[VOVWORLD] - Ha Long Bay, famous for its rich ecosystem and thousands of limestone islands of various shapes and sizes scattered across crystal-clear waters, has long been an attractive destination for millions of visitors each year. The local tourism development comes along with growing pressure on the environment. Plastic waste, domestic wastewater, and the impacts of tourist boats are creating an urgent need for environmental protection at this site.
The Hung
[VOVWORLD] - “Green stations” and “recycling hubs” are spreading across communities, fueled by grassroots action from individuals and community groups. The trend is raising hopes for a more sustainable way of living, with young people leading the way.
[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] - If there's a type of food that can truly capture the taste buds, and the centuries-old dining culture of Spain, it has to be tapas. These small, delightful bites, often enjoyed alongside a drink, are so deeply woven into everyday life that they even come with their own verb - tapear. Today on Cultural Rendezvous, let’s take a closer look at this Spanish delicacy with Marcel Ruiz, a marketing student from Barcelona.
Hong Phuong
[VOVWORLD] - The Embassy of Pakistan in Vietnam held a Pakistani Day celebration on Wednesday at the Hanoi College of Commerce and Tourism, drawing a large number of students and faculty members.
Bao Tram, Le Phuong
[VOVWORLD] - In Ho Chi Minh City, squid are being raised far from the sea. In the Central Highlands, coffee beans are dried without sunlight, even during heavy rains. And in farms across southern Vietnam, farmers are beginning to rely not only on experience, but on data, collected, analyzed, and sometimes even predicted by artificial intelligence.
Viet Anh, Nguyen Quang, Tuan Long
[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) - 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] - Andrew Giuliani, the Executive Director of the White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026, said that his team will “stop at nothing” to protect fans, players, and officials amid heightened political tensions between the US and Iran.
[VOVWORLD] - Vietnam defeated the United Arab Emirates 3-2 to advance to the quarter-finals of the 2026 AFC U17 Asian Cup and qualify for the FIFA U-17 World Cup for the first time.
[VOVWORLD] - Vietnam finished fourth overall with 13 medals, including three golds, at the 2026 Asian Beach Games, which concluded on Thursday in Sanya, China.
[VOVWORLD] - Multiple night streets have recently been launched in Hue city alongside cultural, art, and culinary programs, creating distinctive nighttime tourism spaces. The streets are providing new attractions for visitors and helping the city develop its nighttime economy.
Le Hieu
[VOVWORLD] - Over the past decade serving with the Border Guard Command of Cao Bang Province, Major Nguyen Vu Le, born in 1990 in Hanoi, has worked closely with local people to combat poverty and promote socio-economic development. To him, the border region has become a second homeland, while ethnic minority communities are like family and a constant source of inspiration in fulfilling every mission entrusted to him.
[VOVWORLD] - Voice of Vietnam won the award for Best Radio Program at the AIBD International Awards 2026 ceremony, held during the 21st Asia Media Summit in Maldives on Tuesday, drawing the participation of media executives and industry experts from more than 30 Asia-Pacific countries and territories.
[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
