The Prime Minister on December 10 issued a decision approving a scheme to send Vietnamese citizens to study in Russia, China, Eastern European countries, and former Soviet Union countries during 2026–2035.

Vietnam has the capacity, ambition and technological foundation to join the group of leading sustainable coastal urban nations in the coming decade, experts said at a dialogue on "advancing to the sea with ESG++ megacities: breakthroughs through green technology", held in Hanoi on December 9.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s nationwide health insurance referral reform, effective from July 1, 2025, has expanded patient benefits and improved access to medical services.

VOV.VN - Northern Vietnam is set to face a strong cold spell in a couple of days, with temperatures in some mountainous areas expected to fall below 5°C, according to the National Centre for Hydro-meteorological Forecasting.

A conference reviewing 10 years of implementing the Directive of the Party Central Committee’s Secretariat on strengthening the Party's leadership in dealing with the consequences of toxic chemicals used by the US during the war in Vietnam was held in Hanoi on December 10 by the Vietnam Association for Victims of Agent Orange/dioxin (VAVA).

VOV.VN - Hanoi is set to bring into operation a network of 1,837 AI-enabled cameras and smart traffic signals to strengthen monitoring and traffic management. While most road users comply with regulations, violations remain visible, including running red lights, lane encroachment, riding without helmets, mounting pavements, and illegal stopping or parking.

VOV.VN- Vietnam has underscored its commitment to protecting human rights in the digital era by hosting the signing ceremony of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime, known as the “Hanoi Convention,” and securing re-election to the UN Human Rights Council with the highest number of votes in the Asia-Pacific.

The Security Agency for Investigation has issued conclusions on the probes into the cases of “making, storing, distributing, or spreading information, documents, or items aimed at sabotaging the State of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam” that involve Nguyen Van Dai and Le Trung Khoa.

VOV.VN - The Vietnam-Germany Labour Cooperation Forum was jointly held on December 9 by Vietnam’s Ministry of Home Affairs, the German Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (BMAS), and the authorities of Leipzig as part of activities marking the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries.

As of 12:00 on December 9, no information had been received regarding damage to property or casualties involving Vietnamese citizens in areas affected by an earthquake that struck Japan on the evening of the day before, injuring around 30 people.

What began in 1992 as a small circle of Vietnamese and French doctors in the central French city of Olivet has evolved into ADM Vietnam, one of the longest-running and most active French-Vietnamese humanitarian organisations, launching hundreds of healthcare, social and cultural projects.

VOV.VN - Vietnam highlighted the rich cultural diversity of its 54 ethnic groups and the vital role of women in preserving indigenous heritage at an international conference of indigenous peoples for peace and development, held in Caracas, Venezuela, on December 8-9.

VOV.VN - Policies for people with disabilities should shift from a healthcare-centred approach to a social-inclusion model, aiming to empower these people, expand opportunities, and reduce inequality, reflecting the Party and State’s commitment to human rights for all citizens, said Party General Secretarary.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese farmers are calling for stronger support in technology adoption, credit access, input-price control and land reform, according to more than 5,000 submissions gathered ahead of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s annual dialogue on December 10.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on the morning of December 9 ordered accelerating construction and repair of homes for residents affected by storms and floods, stressing that any shortfalls must be addressed.

VOV.VN - A fatal traffic collision occurred early on December 9 on the Da Nang-Quang Ngai expressway, resulting in three deaths and ten injuries.

A large number of Vietnamese students in the UK have demonstrated their financial analysis skills at the finals of Stock Pitch Competition 2025, organised by The Project Darts at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE).

Vietnam’s Hoang Sa – Truong Sa Club in Poland has presented a VND250 million (US$9.6 million) vegetable garden project to Brigade 146 under the Naval Region 4 Command during a working visit held by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese in the south-central province of Khanh Hoa.

The Supreme People’s Procuracy on December 8 issued an indictment charging Le Trung Khoa with “making, storing, distributing, and spreading information, documents, or items aimed at sabotaging the State of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam” under Clause 2, Article 117 of the Penal Code.

The Quang Tri provincial People’s Committee has recently approved a project on support for victims/persons with disabilities (PwDs) and education on landmines and other explosive remnants of war (ERW) toward a safe community, funded with a total budget of EUR293,800 (US$342,390) by the Embassy of Ireland in Vietnam.

VOV.VN - Vietnam is taking strong action to address the root causes of illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, including tightening fleet management, vessel monitoring, catch traceability and strict enforcement against violations.

Maritime search and rescue units of Vietnam and Malaysia have coordinated to promptly rescue a foreign cargo vessel in distress in Malaysian waters, saving all 15 crew members on board.

VOV.VN - The tropical depression over the central Philippines weakened into a low-pressure area on the afternoon of December 8, the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting reported.

VOV.VN - Canada is promoting the development of precision healthcare platforms leveraging big data on genetics and artificial intelligence (AI) to improve treatment quality and enhance the efficiency of the public health system. This approach is identified as a long-term strategic pillar for the country and opens oppo

Ho Chi Minh City is stepping up efforts to simplify administrative procedures and clear hurdles in developing social housing, including new rules to speed up the issuance of construction permits to make things easier for business and investment.

VOV.VN - The Vietnamese Navy’s missile frigate 015-Tran Hung Dao carrying the Vietnam People’s Army delegation led by Colonel Nguyen Vinh Nam, deputy commander of Naval Region 4 Command, docked at Kure Port, Hiroshima prefecture on December 7, beginning its goodwill visit to Japan.

The Tinh Hoa Viet 2025 Award, an nationwide award that honours contributors to the development of Vietnamese culture, has released its music video (MV) Vietnam Tinh Hoa on Youtube, conveying the message that preserving Vietnamese cultural identity relies on the creative community joining hands.

The first-ever writing contest featuring Vietnamese students in the Republic of Korea (RoK) was held at Kyung Hee University in Seoul on December 6, becoming a highlight in efforts to foster cultural ties between the two countries.

VOV.VN - Hanoi recorded hazardous air pollution levels on the evening of December 7, with fine particulate matter (PM2.5) spiking to 35 times the World Health Organisation’s recommended limit and the city briefly ranking as the world’s most polluted, according to air quality monitor IQAir.

An exchange of ideas, motivations, and scientific vision marked the December 6 event “A dialogue with VinFuture Prize 2025 Laureates”, where the award recipients interacted with hundreds of students, researchers, and start-up innovators.