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Top leader signs decision approving Hanoi Convention
[VOVWORLD] - Party General Secretary and President To Lam on Tuesday signed the decision approving the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime, making Vietnam the first country in Southeast Asia and the second in the world to ratify the Hanoi Convention, after Qatar.
[VOVWORLD] - Party General Secretary and President To Lam on Tuesday signed the decision approving the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime, making Vietnam the first country in Southeast Asia and the second in the world to ratify the Hanoi Convention, after Qatar.
Van Hieu
[VOVWORLD] - Vietnam earned 6 billion USD from exports of agricultural, forestry, and aquatic products in March, a strong increase of 47.8% against February, and 16.69 billion USD in the first 3 months of 2026, up 5.9% compared to the same period in 2025, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment told a press conference on Wednesday in Hanoi.
[VOVWORLD] - A commemoration was held at An Hai Communal House in the Ly Son special zone on Friday to pay tribute to Hoang Sa flotilla soldiers who sacrificed their lives safeguarding Vietnam’s Hoang Sa (Paracel) and Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelagos.
[VOVWORLD] - The Voice of Vietnam (VOV) held a conference on Thursday to implement the Politburo’s decision on its functions and tasks as a public service unit under the Party Central Committee.
[VOVWORLD] - Heading into the summer tourism season, travel companies in Ho Chi Minh City have introduced about 1,000 domestic and international tours, including family tours, experiential tours, and interline tours with discounts of up to 50%.
[VOVWORLD] - Vietnam’s GDP growth of 7.83% in the first quarter has signaled the recovery and growth of the economy amid ongoing global uncertainties. Although it fell short of projections, it was still a notable result that lays the foundation for achieving this year’s target of double-digit growth.
Anh Huyen
[VOVWORLD] - The National Assembly needs to reform more strongly, more substantively, and more effectively to fulfill its constitutional responsibilities, Party General Secretary To Lam said at the opening session of the first sitting of the 16th National Assembly on Monday. The Party leader stressed that the legislature needs to accelerate reforms to meet the demands of a new development phase.
(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 Khmer, one of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups, live mainly in the Mekong Delta. The Vietnamese Government has respected and guaranteed the Khmer’s right to freedom of belief and religion, as it has for all ethnic groups.
Ngoc Anh
(VOVWORLD) - In his closing remarks at the second plenum of the 14th Party Central Committee on Wednesday, Party General Secretary To Lam stressed the goal of achieving double-digit economic growth. He outlined four core principles to guide how this target should be pursued: growth must be substantive; macroeconomic stability must be maintained; resources must be used efficiently; and development must improve people’s standard of living while ensuring social equity.
(VOVWORLD) - On March 15, more than 73 million Vietnamese voters will elect deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026–2031 term. The choices made by the voters will shape Vietnam’s sustainable development over the next five years.
[VOVWORLD] - Welcome to the Letter Box, our weekly feature dedicated to listeners around the world. It’s always such a pleasure to sit down, open your letters, and feel the world come a little closer through your voices.
[VOVWORLD] - Since April 1, VOVWORLD has introduced a new interface for its website at vovworld.vn, and we’ve received a lot of valuable feedback from our listeners.
(VOVWORLD) - While acknowledging listeners' feedback, this edition of the Letter Box introduces activities at Sun World Ba Na Hills in Da Nang and Vietnam’s measures to stabilize domestic fuel prices.
(VOVWORLD) - Digital transformation and the application of artificial intelligence (AI) are levers for Vietnam's fisheries sector to enhance its competitiveness and sustainable development, said Le Viet Binh, Deputy Chief of the Office at the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment on Tuesday.
(VOVWORLD) - Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha said on Thursday that Vietnam views efforts to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing as a broader commitment to sustainable development, marine resource protection, and securing fishermen’s livelihoods, rather than merely a means to have the “yellow card” lifted.
(VOVWORLD) - Authorities in Dak Lak province are stepping up management of fishing vessels and tightening prevention of violations as Vietnam works to have the European Commission’s “yellow card” on seafood exports lifted.
[VOVWORLD] - With the Vietnam Capital Law now in effect, Hanoi is seizing new opportunities to make breakthroughs via science and technology. The Hanoi Innovation Centre (HIC) Joint Stock Company, launched last month, is envisioned as a strategic "runway" connecting the State, enterprises, and academia to solve the city’s most pressing challenges.
Bao Tram
[VOVWORLD] - The Vietnamese Government has issued a plan to implement the Law on Artificial Intelligence, outlining specific tasks, timelines, and responsibilities for relevant agencies and organizations.
(VOVWORLD) - Meta has identified five social trends that will shape Vietnamese business growth in 2026. Vietnam ranks among the most socially connected markets in the Asia-Pacific region.
Bao Tram
(VOVWORLD) - Highlights: - Phu Quoc — A “Global Showcase for Architecture” Redefining Island Tourism - Platypus Fur Mystery — A Mammal with Bird-Like Features - When AI Listens Like Humans — And Makes the Same Mistakes - Arco — A Rainbow-Hued Journey Through Climate and Memory - Kiss All the Time — Harry Styles Returns with Disco and Reflection
(VOVWORLD) - Highlights: - Travel Corner: Vietnam climbs the World Happiness Report 2026 and a quick tour of the world’s happiest countries - Movie Corner: remembering action legend Chuck Norris and a first look at BTS’s comeback documentary on Netflix - Life Hacks: the coffee nap trick to beat that mid-afternoon slump
(VOVWORLD) - Highlights: - Custom-made Vietnamese wooden wedge sandals go viral with foreign tourists - Celebrating Revolutionary Cinema Day with classic Vietnamese films - Slang of the Day: “Not that deep” and the mindset behind it
(VOVWORLD) - Since its launch last year, the “Digitizing Palm-Leaf Manuscripts” project, funded by the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives in the Mekong Delta, has helped bring this Khmer heritage into modern life.
(VOVWORLD) - The Royal Thai Embassy in Hanoi will host the Thai Festival in Hanoi 2026 from Friday to Sunday at the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long. Open to the public from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.. with free admission, the three-day festival is expected to welcome thousands of visitors from across Hanoi and beyond.
(VOVWORLD) - Western Nghe An is home to an array of indigenous knowledge preserved by many ethnic groups, including the Thai. Traditional costumes, cuisine, stilt houses, folk music, and festivals imbued with the spirit of Nghe An province's mountains and forests create a distinctive identity for this area. The combination of rich indigenous culture and unspoiled natural landscapes supports a thriving tourism sector here.
[VOVWORLD] - Amid persistent volatility in global energy markets—heightened by tensions in the Middle East—ensuring a stable domestic fuel supply is more challenging. Building its national strategic petroleum reserves is one way for Vietnam to safeguard its energy security.
Anh Huyen
[VOVWORLD] - Amid ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, energy security has become a global concern. Yet, lasting solutions must be grounded in each country’s internal capacity. For Vietnam, maintaining energy security in the face of supply disruptions is key to stabilizing the macroeconomy and laying the foundation for a sustainable, self-reliant growth model.
Anh Huyen
(VOVWORLD) -The manufacturing and processing sector remains one of the vital pillars of Vietnam’s economic development, the backbone of national competitiveness. To achieve double-digit growth this year, Vietnam is aiming for an Industrial Production Index (IIP) growth of 12-14%.
Huyen Long
(VOVWORLD) - The Dao ethnic community possess a rich cultural heritage. One distinctive element is the embroidered brocade ceremonial costume worn by men during the cap sac, coming-of-age ceremony. This embroidery craft has been preserved across generations, as it is closely tied to their spiritual life.
Trieu Bien
(VOVWORLD) - The Dao ethnic community possess a rich cultural heritage. One distinctive element is the embroidered brocade ceremonial costume worn by men during the cấp sắc, coming-of-age ceremony. This embroidery craft has been preserved across generations, as it is closely tied to their spiritual life.
Trieu Bien
(VOVWORLD) - The Kho Mu ethnic minority people observe many annual rituals closely linked to the human life cycle and agricultural production. Ma Gro, their biggest festival of the year, prays for good fortune and blessings.
Tong Duc Anh
[VOVWORLD] - In Phu Yen commune, Son La province, the steady rhythm of weaving shuttles echoes throughout white Thai villages. There local women continue to preserve and breathe new life into their traditional craft in modern times.
Huyen Trang
(VOVWORLD) - In remote border areas, where healthcare is still limited, every community facility matters. In Hai Son commune, Quang Ninh province, the construction of a new health station will not only improve healthcare for local residents, but also helps safeguard the nation’s border.
(VOVWORLD) - Dien Bien province is famous for its heroic history and rich ethnic culture. The women of 19 local ethnic groups have played a role in preserving and promoting the province’s cultural heritage.
Thu Thuy
(VOVWORLD) -Located in the Midwestern region of the United States, the state of Michigan is known for its rich cultural heritage and beautiful natural landscapes. At the center of the state is Detroit, a city with a strong industrial legacy and a dynamic spirit. Today on Culture Rendezvous, we are joined by Joe Mitchell, an American software engineer from Detroit, who will share some insights about his home city and what makes it special.
Minh My
(VOVWORLD) - As we step into the Year of the Horse in 2026, we look for symbols of strength, endurance, and heritage. While Lunar New Year celebrations light up Vietnam and many other Asian countries, our journey today takes us thousands of miles to Dalarna, the snow-covered heartland of Sweden to explore that country’s beloved horse symbol – the Dala horse.
(VOVWORLD) - Welcome back to Culture Rendezvous on VOV24/7. Today, we’re joined once again by Jerome Crawford, who will tell us more about his country, Liberia, on the west coast of Africa. This time, it’s aboutits unique history, and climate. Don’t go away.
Minh My
[VOVWORLD] - For centuries, Chuon village’s parallel couplet paintings, once a hallmark of New Year celebrations in Hue, were part of the central city’s cultural fabric. Over time, however, the tradition faded, surviving only in the memories of the village elders. But the burning passion and an arduous journey throughout Vietnam by businessman Ngo Quy Duc and his colleagues re-awakened the ancient calligraphic art.
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) -Young people today express their love for their homeland in many meaningful ways. Some tech savvy enthusiasts use their knowledge and skills to make a difference. Others contribute through volunteer work that connect communities and improves society. Each young person in their own way places the homeland in their heart.In today’s Sunday Show, we’ll meet twoyoung people—among countless others—whose dedication and meaningful actions are making our society better.
[VOVWORLD] - World Cup 2026 qualification came to a close on Wednesday after Iraq edged Bolivia 2-1 in an intercontinental playoff and became the 48th and final team to qualify for the tournament.
(VOVWORLD) - The 2026 HDBank Student Futsal Tournament in the Mekong Delta closed on Saturday after a week of competition, spreading sportsmanship among young people.
(VOVWORLD) -The Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics concluded on Sunday with China leading the medal table with 15 gold, 13 silver and 16 bronze medals.
[VOVWORLD] - With the advantages of population size, tourism appeal, urban vibrancy, and rising demand for entertainment by both residents and visitors, Ho Chi Minh City has a strong potential to develop a “night-time economy.” By building coordination mechanisms, and planning, management, and development strategies, the city is striving to turn that sector into a competitive advantage that supports rapid, sustainable growth.
Ty Huynh, Vinh Phong
[VOVWORLD] - High-yield, short-term rice varieties dominate modern agriculture, but farmer Le Quoc Viet, commonly called as Tu Viet, of An Giang province has taken a different path - returning to traditional seasonal rice varieties once highly valued but now largely forgotten.
Thanh Tung
[VOVWORLD] - To enhance service quality and standardize our brand identity, VOVWORLD is pleased to announce the launch of a new interface for our website (https://vovworld.vn), effective April 1, 2026.
[VOVWORLD] - As Vietnam moves from planning climate policies to the challenging work of putting them into action, the focus has shifted to making green projects financially attractive and secure for global investors. In this week’s Q&A, Juhern Kim, Vietnam Country Representative of the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), outlines how the intergovernmental organization is supporting the mobilization of 1 billion USD in green financing for Vietnam by 2028.
Bao Tram
