People-to-people exchanges have emerged as one of the six key pillars underpinning efforts by Vietnam and China to strengthen bilateral relations, particularly as both countries enter a new phase of development, and the year 2025 has been officially designated as the Year of Vietnam – China Humanistic Exchange.

A Vietnam–US Friendship Festival was held in the central coastal city of Da Nang on June 22, as part of the activities marking 30 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

The increase in the USD/VND exchange rate in Vietnam is in contrast to the continuous cooling of the greenback in the international market due to a surge in domestic dollar demands for foreign debt repayment.

The Ho Chi Minh City Union of Friendship Organisations (HUFO) hosted the “Friendship Exchange 2025” on June 15, aiming to foster mutual understanding and cultural cooperation between local residents and the international community living, working, and studying in the city.

VOV.VN - The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee has unveiled plans for the Ho Chi Minh City Festival in Japan 2025, set to take place on November 1-2 at the Tokyo International Forum.

VOV.VN - The northern border province of Lang Son marked International Yoga Day 2025 with a vibrant celebration and Indian cultural exchange on May 31, highlighting the locality’s rich cultural heritage, scenic landscapes, and welcoming people to domestic and international audiences alike.

Vietnam attaches great importance to strengthening ties with the Commonwealth of Dominica, and wants to further develop bilateral relations based on the two countries’ respective strengths, particularly in trade, culture, tourism, and people-to-people exchanges, said Deputy PM and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son.

The Department of International Cooperation under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and China’s Nanning Municipal Bureau of Culture, Radio, Television, and Tourism on May 21 jointly organised a cultural exchange and tourism promotion programme in Hanoi.

VOV.VN - The 21st Southern Fruit Festival will take place from June 1 to August 31 at Suoi Tien Theme Park in District 9, Ho Chi Minh City, offering a range of diverse activities for both domestic and international visitors.

Vietnam and South Africa will bolster academic exchanges and share experiences in matters of mutual interest such as sustainable development, social equity, and integration policies through the joint organisation of conferences, workshops, and scientific seminars in both countries.