VOV.VN - Upon hearing news of the passing of Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu, Australian leaders have extended their condolences, affirming that the international community holds great respect for the Vietnamese Party chief's contributions to the nation, whilst also appreciating his role in boosting the development of bilateral ties.

VOV.VN - Vietnam imported over 8.22 million tonnes of iron and steel during the first half of this year, up 48% in volume and 25% in value compared to the same period from last year.

VOV.VN - State offices and public buildings are flying the national flag at half-mast, while all entertainment and sports activities have been brought to a halt ahead of the two-day State funeral of Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong which will take place on July 25 and July 26.

VOV.VN - Numerous politicians from around the world have expressed their condolences to the Party, State, and people of Vietnam over the passing of General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong, hailing the role and contributions made by the deceased to the country and the communist movement, as well as the progressive world and left-wing politics globally.

VOV.VN - Famous British travel website Affordable Luxury Travel recently published an article unveiling the best places worldwide to visit during August, with Vietnam making the list due to tourists having the chance to discover the tropical paradise adorned with vibrant coral reefs, pristine beaches, and lush rainforests.

VOV.VN - A total of 350 diverse and curated artworks will be put up for sale online in the Vietnamese and British market through the website www.leauctions.vn organised by Le Auction House on July 27 and July 28 to mark the occasion of the 100th anniversary since the establishment of the Indochina College of Fine Arts.

VOV.VN - Storm Prapiroon is gaining strength and is forecast to enter the Gulf of Tonkin on July 22 after passing by Hainan Island of China, causing heavy rainfall in the northern region, according to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting.

VOV.VN - Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong had given close and specific instructions on combating corruption, along with promoting socio-economic development, which can be seen through the recent amendments made to the Land Law, according to Associate Professor Dr. Dao. Duy Quat, former deputy head of the Party Central Committee’s Commission for Cultural Ideology, now the Party Central Committee's Commission for Information and Education.

VOV.VN - The Mong ethnic minority people in the northern mountain province of Cao Bang consider the naming ceremony for a child to be the starting milestone of a person’s life.

VOV.VN - General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong passed away on July 19. In an interview with Voice of Vietnam, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh shared his honor and pride in working with General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong for more than eight years in various positions.