VOV.VN - The Deutschlandfest (Germany Festival) will be held at Hanoi’s iconic Hoan Kiem Lake from October 17 to 19 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Germany and Vietnam.

Draft documents for the upcoming 14th National Party Congress were released during a press conference in Hanoi on October 15.

Vietnam’s re-election to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2026–2028 term with the highest vote count in the Asia-Pacific group underscores global confidence in the country’s policies and its 80-year journey of independence and 40 years of reforms, particularly in ensuring human rights.

VOV.VN - Speaking at the 8th Russian Energy Week forum in Moscow on October 15, Vietnamese Deputy PM Bui Thanh Son emphasised the importance of strengthening international cooperation in the energy sector in response to the current complex and volatile geopolitical landscape and the global energy transition.

VOV.VN - The UNESCO Executive Board has unanimously endorsed Vietnam’s initiative proposing that the United Nations consider proclaiming an “International Decade of Culture for Sustainable Development,” with a proposed timeframe of 2027–2036.

Domestic and foreign scientists gathered at an international workshop held by the Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences’ institute for Asia – Pacific studies in Hanoi on October 15 to exchange academic perspectives, evaluate the Vietnam – China relations, and propose ways to bolster cooperation between the two countries.

VOV.VN - A video of Miss Vietnam Yen Nhi presenting the “Thang Long Hoi” (Thang Long Festival) costume at the National Costume segment of Miss Grand International 2025 has surpassed 30 million views, earning high praise from international pageant platforms.

With the joint efforts of society and the support of international friends, including the National Council of the Solidarity Front for the Development of Cambodia Motherland (SFDCM), Vietnam will soon overcome the consequences of the disasters, restore stability, and continue socio-economic development.

Vietnam has recorded comprehensive and significant socio-economic achievements across most areas this year, Deputy Minister of Finance Nguyen Duc Chi reported to the National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee during its 50th session on October 15.

National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines officially introduced its Check-in Lounge service on October 15 at Terminal T3 of Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City, the first of its kind in Vietnam, designed exclusively for high-class passengers.