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Hanoi has launched a new effort to promote polite conduct and a more civil way of life across the Vietnamese capital. The campaign introduces 10 models designed to bring rules of public behaviour into daily life at home, in schools, at work, and in community spaces. Officials say the goal is to turn cultural values into habits that people can practise rather than leave them as words on paper. The initiative was launched on October 21 by the city’s Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism. The programme aims to encourage residents to show respect, act with care, and help keep…

Vietnam is considering changes to four commercial laws in a bid to reduce paperwork, improve business conditions, and support economic growth. A draft law presented to the National Assembly on Tuesday proposes removing or simplifying 20 administrative procedures and business conditions. The plan also seeks to address new challenges linked to digital trade, competition, and the protection of consumer data. The proposed changes cover the Law on Commerce, the Law on Competition, the Law on Foreign Trade Management, and the Law on Protection of Consumers’ Rights. Together, these laws shape how firms trade, compete, manage imports and exports, and handle…

Women-led cooperatives are helping Vietnamese communities develop more sustainable agriculture and improve access to markets. A report published on October 20 highlighted how these groups can support women’s participation in economic activity while helping farms adopt technology and respond to environmental challenges. Cooperatives allow farmers to work together rather than manage every part of production alone. Members can share equipment, organise training, improve product quality and reach buyers as a group. For women working in agriculture, this structure can create more opportunities to take part in business decisions and build a stable income. The model can be especially useful for…

Trade between Vietnam and Singapore rose sharply during the first nine months of 2026, with two-way turnover reaching nearly 42.8 billion Singapore dollars. The figure, equal to about 33.4 billion US dollars, was 46.8 per cent higher than in the same period last year, according to figures published by VietnamPlus on October 20. The increase was stronger than the growth in Singapore’s overall foreign trade, which rose 36.9 per cent over the same period. Vietnam remained Singapore’s tenth-largest trading partner, while its share of Singapore’s total trade increased from 2.9 per cent to 3.1 per cent. The figures show that…

Vietnam attracted strong foreign investment during the first nine months of 2026, with registered capital reaching 50.36 billion US dollars. The figure was 76.4 per cent higher than in the same period a year earlier, according to figures reported by the Vietnam News Agency on October 20. The data point to continued interest from overseas investors in the country’s economy. Disbursed foreign investment also increased. Capital that was actually put into projects reached 21.07 billion dollars, rising 12.1 per cent year on year. The amount was the highest recorded for the first nine months of a year in five years.…

All four Vietnamese students who competed at the second Al-Fergani International Physics Olympiad won medals, according to an announcement by the Ministry of Education and Training. The team secured one gold medal, two silver medals and one bronze medal. The results were reported on October 19 after the competition concluded in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. The international contest ran from October 10 to 17 and attracted 107 contestants from 15 countries and territories. Vietnam finished fourth in the overall ranking, behind Russia, China and host country Uzbekistan. The result gave the Vietnamese team a strong finish in a competition that tested students’…

Vietnam’s top leader To Lam left Hanoi on October 19 for a state visit to Denmark and official visits to the European Union and Belgium. He was accompanied by his spouse, Ngo Phuong Ly, and a high-ranking delegation. The trip is intended to strengthen political relations and expand cooperation with European partners in areas including trade, investment and sustainable development. The visit to Denmark provides an opportunity to review relations between the two countries and identify areas for closer work. Vietnam and Denmark have built diplomatic ties over several decades, and their cooperation increasingly includes green development, innovation and economic…

Vietnam’s National Assembly is considering stronger rules for property auctions to reduce collusion, fake bidding and other practices that can distort prices. National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man called for tighter safeguards on October 19 as lawmakers reviewed proposed changes to the Law on Property Auction during the legislature’s ongoing session in Hanoi. The proposed changes are intended to make auctions more transparent and reduce opportunities for people to manipulate results. Auctions can be used to sell land-use rights and other assets, but unfair practices may prevent genuine buyers from competing on equal terms. When bids are distorted, the final…

Vietnam welcomed Liechtenstein Prime Minister Brigitte Haas during an official ceremony in Hanoi on October 18. Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung hosted the event as the two countries looked to strengthen their relations. The visit marks an important moment in efforts to build closer political, economic and diplomatic ties. The ceremony included a review of the guard of honour and the attendance of senior Vietnamese officials. High-level visits allow governments to discuss shared priorities, review existing cooperation and identify new areas for partnership. They also provide an opportunity to build direct relationships between leaders and officials, which can help…

Vietnam is extending free registration and maintenance for the .id.vn and .biz.vn internet domain names from two years to three years. The change is intended to make it easier for individuals and businesses to establish an online presence. Authorities also plan to introduce new fee schedules for additional national domain extensions. The policy was announced by the Vietnam Internet Network Information Centre, which manages the country’s national domain system. The .id.vn extension is aimed at individuals, while .biz.vn is intended for business use. The longer free period gives users more time to build websites, establish an online identity and decide…