
At a meeting with Martin Briens, Secretary-General of the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, in Hanoi on July 8, Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung highlighted the positive developments in bilateral ties since the two countries elevated their relationship. He noted that Vietnam–France cooperation has generated tangible benefits for both peoples while contributing to peace, stability, dialogue, and cooperation in the world.
Thu, Jul 09, 2026, 11:27:00
Vietnam is seeking to reposition itself as a destination for higher-quality foreign investment. Joel Hassan, lecturer for International Business at RMIT University Vietnam, told VIR that success will depend on building a stronger talent pipeline and improving innovation capacity.
Thu, Jul 09, 2026, 11:25:00
WVR/VNA - on July 8, in Hanoi, the National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee convened its fourth session under the chair of NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man.
Thu, Jul 09, 2026, 11:21:00
According to experts, Vietnam’s endorsement of the joint declaration is of strategic importance as domestic electricity demand continues to surge driven by i...
Thu, Jul 09, 2026, 10:48:00
Speaking at the ministry's regular press conference on July 7, Tran Thanh Hai, deputy director general of the Agency of Foreign Trade, said Vietnam recorded exports of 266.5 billion USD and imports of 283.2 billion USD in the first six months of the year, resulting in a trade deficit of about 16.7 billion USD.
Thu, Jul 09, 2026, 10:48:00
WVR - After 21 official negotiation sessions, Vietnam and the four EFTA countries have concluded negotiations on a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA), paving the way for expanded trade, investment and technological cooperation.
Thu, Jul 09, 2026, 10:47:00

Following the merger of administrative units, Ninh Binh Province has entered a new stage of development with an expanded socio-economic landscape. Accompanying the province in this process, policy credit provided by the Viet Nam Bank for Social Policies (VBSP) continues to reach communities at the grassroots level, helping support poor households and other policy beneficiaries while strengthening social security.