The Norwegian Embassy in Vietnam held a ceremony in Hanoi on May 15 to celebrate the 212th anniversary of Norway’s Constitution Day (May 17, 1814–2026) and the 55th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries (1971–2026).

Border and police forces in the northern province of Quang Ninh on May 15 handed over 33 Chinese nationals who had violated Vietnamese law to Chinese authorities.

VOV.VN - The People's Court of Quang Ninh province on May 15 sentenced four defendants to death and five others to life imprisonment in an especially serious drug trafficking case involving gunfire against police officers that resulted in the death of a narcotics officer in April 2025.

Resolution No. 68-NQ/TW of the Politburo on private sector development not only opens up investment opportunities but, more importantly, strengthens confidence in Vietnam’s long-term development trajectory, according to Cao Thanh Dinh, founder and CEO of ANPz Co., Ltd (All Nippon Partners) in Japan.

VOV.VN - Vietnam is expected to remain one of ASEAN’s fastest-growing economies in 2026, supported by resilient exports, strong investment inflows and an ambitious reform agenda, despite mounting global uncertainties, according to the World Bank’s latest Vietnam Economic Update released on May 15.

VOV.VN - Vietnam has emerged as one of the leading overseas destinations for travelers from the Republic of Korea and Russia in the first quarter of 2026, according to newly released tourism statistics from both markets.

VOV.VN - Vietnam and the Democratic Republic of Korea (DPRK) are signaling a new phase in bilateral relations as both sides emphasise the need to strengthen political trust and expand practical cooperation following recent high-level exchanges.

VOV.VN - After three years of implementing Resolution 31 of the Politburo, Ho Chi Minh City is entering a new phase of policy planning aimed at expanding its growth space and developing a more flexible governance framework for Vietnam’s largest urban centre.

VOV.VN - Vietnam will carry out a nationwide assessment of the effectiveness of its two-tier local government model after one year of implementation, as the country continues pushing forward administrative reform and state apparatus restructuring.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese martial artists delivered a striking performance at the Sanda World Cup 2026 in Macau (China), securing three gold and three silver medals on May 15 – the final day of the competition.