Tag: Asia
Vietnam’s reform drive positions it for regional leadership: Thai scholar
VOV.VN - Vietnam’s push to overhaul governance and pursue a technology-driven development path could position the country as a regional leader in Southeast Asia, according to Thai scholar Kavi Chongkittavorn.
Agoda ranking puts Sapa among Asia’s fastest-growing destinations
VOV.VN - Digital travel platform Agoda has named Sapa the fastest-growing destination in Asia in 2025, amid a surge in international travel interest in the northern mountain town.
Fourth Da Nang Asian Film Festival to welcome around 900 delegates and artists
VOV.VN - The The fourth Da Nang Asian Film Festival (DANAFF IV), themed “Bridging Asia to the world,” is scheduled to take place from June 28 to July 4, 2026, under a plan agreed by the Da Nang People’s Committee and the Vietnam Film Development Promotion Association (VFDA).
Vietnam becomes Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing market for Norwegian salmon
Vietnam has emerged as the fastest-growing market for fresh Norwegian salmon in Southeast Asia in 2025, underscoring a strong shift toward high-quality, nutritious foods as disposable incomes continue to rise.
Vietnam Airlines reroutes Taiwan, Northeast Asia flights amid restrictions
VOV.VN - Vietnam Airlines said on December 30 it has adjusted flight routes to and from Taiwan (China) and parts of Northeast Asia to avoid temporarily restricted airspace, citing safety considerations.
Australian newspaper praises Phu Quoc as "New Phuket" of Asia
The Sydney Morning Herald, one of Australia’s most respected and long-established daily newspapers, has described Phu Quoc in the Mekong Delta province of An Giang as the “New Phuket,” praising the Vietnamese island for having some of Southeast Asia’s most beautiful beaches.
US media hails Phu Quoc as “Hawaii of Asia”
Travel Off Path, a renowned US travel site, has hailed Phu Quoc in the southern province of An Giang as an “Asian star,” citing its shockingly beautiful scenery and experiences that stand out to the rest of Vietnam.
Vietnamese football hailed as regional pride, says AFF official
VOV.VN - Vietnamese football has been described as a source of pride for Southeast Asia by Winston Lee, Secretary-General of the ASEAN Football Federation (AFF), during the Vietnam Football Federation’s (VFF) 2025 annual congress.
AI moves into daily life as Vietnam accelerates smart city development
Artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as the core engine of modern urban governance, shaping how cities plan, operate and deliver services, participants heard at the Vietnam–Asia Smart City Summit 2025, which took place in Hanoi on December 23.
Vietnamese student team makes history at VEX Robotics Open Asia Signature Event
VOV.VN - For the first time since Vietnam began participating in the competition, a Vietnamese student team has captured the top honor at the VEX Robotics Open Asia Signature Event, marking a historic milestone for the country’s robotics movement.