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Vietnam’s National Assembly has approved an ambitious economic development plan for 2027, setting a target of at least 10 percent growth. The plan aims to strengthen the country’s economy while maintaining stable prices, improving productivity and attracting more investment. Lawmakers adopted the resolution on November 7 during the second session of the 16th National Assembly. The government wants to achieve faster growth without creating major risks for the wider economy. Inflation control and financial stability will remain important priorities. The plan places strong attention on improving laws and government policies. Officials want to make the legal system more effective and…

Vietnam and Spain have agreed to strengthen their political and economic partnership during the sixth round of bilateral political consultations. The meeting brought senior officials from both countries together to review existing cooperation and discuss new areas for joint work. Vietnamese Deputy Foreign Minister Le Thi Thu Hang and Spanish State Secretary for Foreign and Global Affairs Diego Martínez Belío co-chaired the meeting at Spain’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The talks took place on November 5 and were reported on November 7. Both sides reviewed developments in their relationship and expressed satisfaction with progress in recent years. Cooperation has expanded…

Vietcombank’s Hung Yen branch is expanding its use of digital technology to improve banking services and support businesses across the province. The initiative includes simpler procedures, electronic documents and new systems designed to make financial services faster and more convenient. The bank says digital transformation has become an important part of its long-term development strategy. Its goal is to improve customer service while reducing paperwork, processing times and operating costs. The branch has introduced several digital tools across its daily operations. These include electronic documents, digital signatures, specialised management software and systems that help staff store and retrieve information. The…

Vietnamese airline VietJet plans to pay around $250 million to settle a long-running dispute with aircraft leasing company FW Aviation. The payment is expected to take place before November 13, when a London court is due to hold another hearing in the case. The move could help the airline resolve a major legal challenge and receive new aircraft. The dispute concerns rent owed on four Airbus A321 aircraft that were grounded in Vietnam during the COVID-19 pandemic. FW Aviation, part of London-based investment firm FitzWalter Capital, began legal action against VietJet in 2022 after the airline failed to pay the…

Digital technology is creating new ways for people in Vietnam to learn about the country’s history and cultural heritage. Museums and historic sites are using online tools, digital maps and interactive content to make education more engaging for students and visitors. The approach aims to do more than provide basic historical information. It helps learners understand the origins of cultural values and see how heritage connects with modern society. Digital platforms can also make historic records easier to access and protect information that may otherwise become difficult to preserve. At some heritage sites, visitors can use mobile devices to explore…

Hanoi is preparing a major celebration for Vietnam Culture Day 2026, with a large evening show expected to attract around 50,000 people to My Dinh National Stadium on November 24. The event will bring together music, traditional performances and fireworks to showcase the country’s cultural diversity. The plans were presented at a conference held by the Hanoi Party Committee’s Commission for Publicity on November 6. Nguyen Thi Mai Huong, Deputy Director of the city’s Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, outlined the programme and its main activities. The stadium show will begin at 8 p.m. and last no more than…

Vietnam and the United Kingdom have agreed to strengthen political trust and expand cooperation across several important areas. The commitment was reaffirmed during the 11th Vietnam-UK Strategic Dialogue in London, as both countries seek to develop their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The dialogue took place on November 3 and was reported on November 5. It was co-chaired by Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang and UK Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the Indo-Pacific Rosalie Winterton. The two sides discussed ways to improve cooperation and maintain regular communication on regional and international issues. They also reviewed progress since…

A popular nipa palm forest in central Vietnam has welcomed 1.65 million visitors during the first ten months of 2026. The attraction, located in Cam Thanh Village near Hoi An, has become an important destination for local tourism and has generated around 50 billion Vietnamese dong in revenue. The Cam Thanh nipa palm forest is located in Hoi An Dong Ward, Da Nang City. The area is known for its green waterways, traditional river life and distinctive palm-covered landscape. Forbes previously included Cam Thanh Village among the world’s 50 most beautiful villages in 2025. Local tourism officials said visitor numbers…

Vietnam’s digital economy is expected to reach 49 billion US dollars in 2026, marking annual growth of 20 percent. A new regional report says the country is on track to record one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing digital markets, supported by online shopping, financial services and technology-based businesses. The forecast comes from the e-Conomy SEA 2026 report, prepared by Google, Temasek and Bain and Company. It estimates that Vietnam and Malaysia will share the region’s highest digital economy growth rate this year. E-commerce is expected to remain the largest part of Vietnam’s digital economy. The sector could generate around 32 billion…

Hanoi has honoured dozens of long-serving party members during a special ceremony recognising decades of public and political service. Vietnam’s General Secretary and State President To Lam attended the event on November 4 and praised the experience and dedication of older members. The ceremony was organised by the Hanoi Party Committee ahead of the November 7 recognition period. Thirty-one members received badges marking 70, 75 or 80 years of party membership. The wider recognition programme includes 28,291 members across Hanoi who have served for at least 30 years. Among them are 29 people receiving the 80-year badge, eight receiving the…