VOV.VN - Prime Minister Le Minh Hung launched a nationwide emulation drive aimed at achieving sustainable double-digit economic growth in the 2026–2030 period, at the first meeting of the Central Council for Emulation and Commendation in Hanoi on April 15.

Vietnam has reaffirmed its commitment to developing nuclear energy for peaceful purposes in full compliance with international safety standards, while strengthening cooperation with global partners to ensure nuclear safety and security.

VOV.VN - A ceremony to exchange memoranda of understanding (MoUs) on cooperation between Vietnamese and Chinese enterprises was held on April 14 at the Vietnamese Embassy in Beijing, as part of the state visit to China by Party General Secretary and President To Lam and his spouse.

VOV.VN - A weak cold air mass moving southward from April 16, combined with a low-pressure trough, is expected to trigger widespread thunderstorms across northern Vietnam, helping ease the region’s first heatwave of 2026.

Chairman of the National Assembly Tran Thanh Man met with Qu Dongyu, Director-General of the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), in Rome on April 14, affirming that Vietnam always regards FAO as a leading partner in agricultural and rural development.

VOV.VN - Recent warnings from global meteorological agencies about a possible “super El Nino” in 2026, though still preliminary, underscore the need for Vietnam to prepare for a range of potential climate risks if the phenomenon intensifies.

Chairman of the National Assembly Tran Thanh Man met with Chairwoman of the Italy – Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Group Chiara Gribaudo in Rome on April 14 (local time) during his official visit to Italy.

Vietnam attaches great importance to Italy’s leading role in Europe and globally, said Chairman of the National Assembly Tran Thanh Man while receiving Vice President of the Italian Senate Licia Ronzulli in Rome on April 14 afternoon (local time) as part of his official visit to Italy.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has held a consultation workshop on a draft plan to develop outlet and duty-free store models in Vietnam through 2030, with a vision to 2045, as the country’s fast-growing retail market still lacks modern, market-leading formats.

VOV.VN - Vietnam and Italy are looking to upgrade their Strategic Partnership, with both sides emphasising expanded cooperation in innovation, artificial intelligence and high-tech sectors.