Thailand’s The Nation newspaper on December 28 published an article noting that Vietnam is rapidly establishing itself as a key economic hub in Southeast Asia, delivering some of ASEAN’s strongest GDP growth as the government pushes industrial reforms, and steers the economy towards a greener growth model.

VOV.VN - 2025 marked a significant year for Vietnamese sport, with local athletes recording a number of milestone achievements in both domestic and international competitions. The following highlights were selected by the Voice of Vietnam (VOV).

VOV.VN - Vietnam will take on Indonesia in the ASEAN Boys’ U19 Futsal Championship 2025 semifinals after falling 1-2 to Thailand in a Group A match on December 25.

VOV.VN - As Vietnam and Indonesia mark 70 years of diplomatic relations (December 30, 1995 – 2025), the two countries are entering a new phase of cooperation marked by upgraded strategic ties, expanding economic complementarities and growing coordination on regional and global challenges.

VOV.VN - The ASEAN++ International Exhibition Fair Vietnam Jewelry and Antiques 2025 is set to take place at the Quan Ngua Sports Complex in Hanoi from December 27, 2025 to January 2, 2026.

VOV.VN - Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira, during the 67th Mercosur Summit held in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil, on December 20 announced the launch of negotiations for a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) between the Southern Common Market (Mercosur) and Vietnam.

VOV.VN - Vietnam has been identified as one of Ireland’s most dynamic and promising economic partners within the ASEAN region, thanks to its strong reform efforts and deepening global integration, experts said during the recent Vietnam–Ireland Trade and Investment Forum 2025 held in Dublin.

Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son has signed a decision on the coordination mechanism among agencies involved in ASEAN cooperation.

Vietnam's three-decade contributions to building and shaping ASEAN took center stage at an international conference in Hanoi on December 16, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of the country's accession to the bloc.

VOV.VN - Vietnam held a send-off ceremony on December 16 for its national para sports team ahead of the 13th ASEAN Para Games, due to take place in Thailand next month.