Vietnam and the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) on April 20 signed a new country cooperation programme to promote inclusive and sustainable industrial development in Vietnam, marking a major step forward in their long-standing partnership.

A high-ranking military delegation of Vietnam led by Deputy Minister of National Defence Sen. Lieut. Gen. Nguyen Truong Thang is attending the 19th Defence Services Asia Exhibition and Conference (DSA) and the National Security Exhibition (NATSEC) Asia 2026 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

The 16th National Assembly (NA) convened a plenary sitting on April 21 morning as part of its first session, continuing deliberations on a wide range of socio-economic and fiscal issues, and discussing amendments and supplements to four tax-related laws.

VOV.VN - Six Senses Con Dao in Ho Chi Minh City has been named one of seven destinations offering structured sea turtle conservation programmes, allowing visitors to take part in controlled, educational release activities, according to Condé Nast Traveler’s Earth Day list.

VOV.VN - More than 90% of Vietnam’s durian exports are concentrated in China. As the market continues to tighten technical requirements, exporters face two parallel challenges, including maintaining billion-dollar export turnover and gradually reducing structural dependence.

VOV.VN - As global competition increasingly extends into culture, Vietnam’s iconic Phở has emerged as a widely recognised culinary symbol worldwide, yet its influence has largely spread organically, prompting questions about how it can be strategically developed into a true cultural ambassador and soft power asset.

VOV.VN - A cruise route connecting Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay was put into operation on April 20, opening up a unique journey across heritage areas and marking a new step in linking heritage tourism space between Quang Ninh province and Hai Phong city in northern Vietnam.

VOV.VN - Vietnam’s aerobic gymnastics team has won six medals, including three golds, two silvers and one bronze, at the 2026 Suzuki World Cup in Tokyo, Japan, all in youth events.

VOV.VN - The Communist Party of Vietnam and the Communist Party of Bohemia and Moravia (Czech Republic) hosted an exchange meeting in Prague on April 20 to enhance mutual understanding and political trust.

Vietnamese nationals living in areas affected by a strong earthquake off Japan’s Sanriku coast on April 20 have been confirmed safe.