[VOVWORLD] - More signs of a dangerous escalation in the Russia-Ukraine conflict have emerged in military operations by both countries and in relations between Russia and the West, particularly European countries.

[VOVWORLD] - The 2026 Digital Transformation in the Banking Industry event was launched in Hanoi on Tuesday, highlighting the theme “Smart Banking in the Data and AI Era”. The event underscores a major shift as Vietnamese banks use data analytics and artificial intelligence to redesign business models, upgrade management, and improve user experiences.

[VOVWORLD] - History rarely repeats itself with such poetic symmetry. When Indonesia and Viet Nam both raised their flags of sovereignty in the historic year of 1945, they did more than shake off the heavy chains of colonialism by igniting a beacon of self-determination across the Global South.

[VOVWORLD] - Beginning this Friday, Hanoi dwellers will have an opportunity to step into an immersive world inspired by Vincent Van Gogh at an interactive exhibition opening in the Phu Thuong area. “Van Gogh Timeless”, one of the largest immersive art experiences in Asia, uses multi-sensory storytelling technology to bring the Dutch master's works to a contemporary audience.

[VOVWORLD] - After 11 consecutive working days, the first phase of the first extraordinary session of the 16th National Assembly, held from August 3 to August 13, has completed a substantial workload of lawmaking that recognizes the need to improve the quality of legislative decisions, respond promptly to arising issues, and promote national development.

[VOVWORLD] - To mark the landmark occasion of India's 80th Independence Day, Indian Ambassador to Vietnam Tshering W. Sherpa has shared an insight on the nation's eight decades of progress and the flourishing Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and Vietnam—two civilizational friends walking parallel paths toward prosperity.

[VOVWORLD] - Party General Secretary and President To Lam concluded state visits to Australia and New Zealand on Thursday. The historic trips, which took place as Vietnam is vigorously implementing its Comprehensive Strategic Partnerships with both Australia and New Zealand, achieved comprehensive and substantive results, opening a new chapter in relations with two important partners in the South Pacific.

[VOVWORLD] - The Dak Lak Durian Festival 2026 will spotlight the “king of fruits” and connect growers, businesses, and markets to help build a durian industry based on quality, branding, tourism, and local culture.

[VOVWORLD] - General Secretary and President To Lam on Wednesday began a state visit to New Zealand at the invitation of New Zealand Governor-General Cindy Kiro. The visit reflects the two countries' determination to elevate their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in the new era.

[VOVWORLD] - Ho Chi Minh City has waived all port infrastructure fees for businesses for three years, from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2029. The policy aims to give businesses some relief from mounting logistics costs.