Vietnam sees growing advantages in the global race to develop versatile humanoid robots - machines which are capable of performing complicated physical tasks, interacting naturally with humans and operating safely in a real-world environment.

An exhibition opened at the Vietnamese Women’s Museum in Hanoi on December 5, spotlighting the faithful friendship shared by the Vietnamese and Cuban peoples.

The Government’s plan to merge three national target programmes into one drew broad debate at the 15th National Assembly’s ongoing 10th session in Hanoi on December 5, with deputies insisting that the move will not diminish support for ethnic minority and mountainous communities.

VOV.VN - Vietnam and Australia on December 4 celebrated a decade of the Australia-Vietnam Human Resource Development program (Aus4Skills), highlighting its contribution to building a skilled workforce and promoting inclusive education to support Vietnam’s long-term growth.

VOV.VN - A Vietnamese naval vessel left the port of Brigade 171 on December 4 to participate in the second ASEAN–US maritime exercise, scheduled for December 9–13, in Indonesia.

VOV.VN - Forty-seven photographs winning the 13th International Photo Contest 2025 (VN-25) were honoured at an awards ceremony held at the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology in Hanoi on December 5.

VOV.VN - Vietnam plans to launch its first free trade zones (FTZs) in 2026 under a proposal discussed by the government at a meeting on December 5, as the country seeks to pilot breakthrough policies to spur growth and strengthen its competitiveness.

VOV.VN - Thai Beverage Public Co., Ltd. (ThaiBev) has reiterated its strong confidence in Vietnam’s investment environment, emphasising that the company’s long-term commitment is reflected in the practical results it has achieved in the country over recent years, Chairman Thapana Sirivadhanabhakdi said.

VOV.VN - More than 7,500 university students from across Vietnam are competing in the final round of the 27th Eureka Award competition in Ho Chi Minh City on December 5.

VOV.VN - Vietnam and Laos will deepen cooperation in public communications and mass mobilisation as both countries prepare for their upcoming national Party congresses.