VOV.VN - A forum on “Vietnam–India Digital Economy and Cross-Border E-Commerce” held in Uttar Pradesh on May 18 is expected to open a new phase of cooperation between Vietnam and India in digital trade, fintech, artificial intelligence, and logistics, as the two countries target US$25 billion in bilateral trade by 2030

VOV.VN - Vietnamese karateka Hoang Sy Duc An won a bronze medal in the boys’ U14 kata event at the Karate One Youth League Manila 2026 on May 17, delivering a notable result for Vietnam’s youth karate team at a high-level international tournament.

VOV.VN - Vietnam is experiencing one of the most unusual heavy rainfall events of the early summer season, as several northern localities recorded exceptionally high precipitation levels within just a few hours, with some areas exceeding 300mm of rainfall.

India is preparing to ease import requirements by removing special conditions and additional phytosanitary declarations for fresh Vietnamese durian, a move expected to streamline access to one of Asia’s largest consumer markets.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has signed off on Vietnam’s national standards strategy for the 2026–2035 period, laying down a decade-long blueprint to tether domestic rules to global benchmarks.

Deputy Prime Minister Pham Gia Tuc on May 18 signed a decision on the establishment of a Government delegation for international economic and trade negotiations.

The Nguyen Du Lao-Vietnamese bilingual school held a ceremony in Vientiane on May 18 to commemorate the 136th birth anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh (May 19, 1890–2026), and present scholarships sponsored by Star Telecom to disadvantaged students with outstanding academic achievements.

VOV.VN - The central province of Nghe An opened the Sen Village Festival 2026 on May 18, launching a series of activities commemorating the 136th birth anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh (May 19, 1890 – 2026).

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on May 18 received Russian Ambassador to Vietnam Gennady Bezdetko at the Government headquarters in Hanoi.

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam on May 18 called on Dong Nai city to create a new growth model enabling the southern economic powerhouse to move beyond the limitations of a traditional industrial centre.