As electricity demand surges, particularly during the hot season, Vietnam is stepping up efforts to promote rooftop solar power as a practical solution to ensure energy security, improve efficiency, and ease pressure on the national grid.

More than a simple tourist spot, this pristine gem snagged UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve status back in 2009 thanks to its rich biodiversity and strikingly untouched environment.

According to Nikkei, Prime Minister Takaichi affirmed that Japan will continue to promote the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with Vietnam and coordinate efforts to build a “stronger and more prosperous” region.

Ministry of Finance data show that about 60% of companies have started using basic digital tech, while roughly 20% now have clear digital strategies. But only 5% has gone all the way with full-blown digital transformation.

Over seven decades (1956–2026), the Vietnam Puppetry Theatre has cemented its status as the nation’s leading puppetry hub, blending tradition with modernity while helping shape a distinctly Vietnamese cultural identity.

Con Co Island in Quang Tri province emerges in the East Sea as a raw gem, where lush primary forests meet crystal-clear waters and vibrant coral reefs. Beyond its natural charm, Con Co also carries the legacy of a resilient “steel island” in history. These interwoven values make it a destination that is both tranquil and deeply evocative.

On January 7, 2026, on behalf of the Politburo, Party General Secretary To Lam signed and promulgated Resolution 80 on the development of Vietnamese culture. The resolution was issued as the country enters a new stage of development marked by growing demands for rapid and sustainable growth, with closer integration between economic, political and social development, and culture and people.

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and State President To Lam’s state visit to India from May 5- demonstrates Vietnam’s high regard for its Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with India and the broader South Asian region. It also offers a meaningful opportunity for both countries to review a decade of their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership framework and consolidate their multifaceted cooperation.

The Bank of Thailand's monetary policy committee voted unanimously to maintain the one-day repurchase rate at 1.00%, the lowest level in more than three years. It had cut the rate at its February meeting.

Korean media reported on May 2 that Phu Quoc, once a hidden gem two decades ago, has undergone one of Vietnam’s most dramatic makeovers thanks to massive infrastructure upgrades and a proliferation of luxury resorts.

Indonesia has approximately 288,000 schools spread across the country. With a total of 87,000 schools expected to have their repairs completed by the end of the year, approximately 200,000 schools remain.

Vietnam shipped about 9,900 tonnes of coffee worth 80.6 million USD to Thailand in the first quarter, up 22.5% in volume and 28.7% in value from a year earlier, according to Vietnam Customs.