PM pushes comprehensive financing for Mekong Delta climate response

PM pushes comprehensive financing for Mekong Delta climate response

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on December 5 called for mechanisms and policies to diversify funding sources, especially through public-private partnerships, to tackle land subsidence, landslides, flooding, drought, and saltwater intrusion in the Mekong Delta, noting that these efforts demand significant resources.

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ADB announces 2 million USD emergency aid for flood-hit central Vietnam

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on December 5 announced an emergency international assistance package worth 2 million USD to help address the severe impacts of recent flooding in central Vietnam.

Vietnamese students top ASEAN in Math, Reading under SEA-PLM 2024


The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is poised to enter 2025-2026 with strong momentum in education benchmarking, as Vietnam’s Grade 5 students recorded the highest scores in Mathematics and Reading in the 2024 cycle of the Southeast Asia Primary Learning Metrics (SEA-PLM), according to results released on December 4 in Manila.

Hanoi becomes member of UNESCO’s Global Network of Learning Cities


Hanoi is among the 72 cities from 46 countries named members of UNESCO’s Global Network of Learning Cities on December 4.

Vietnam on path to become a healthy nation


The Politburo’s Resolution 72-NQ/TW was issued in a special historical context as the Party is simultaneously implementing a series of strategic resolutions designed to propel the country forward in the new era.
Four decades of poverty reduction in Vietnam: Bold action to leave no one behind

Since the launch of its Doi moi (Renewal), Vietnam has achieved a “miracle” in poverty reduction, lifting tens of millions out of hunger and helping them secure stable livelihoods. This success reflects strategic vision, methodical policies, and concerted efforts by entire society.

“Experiencing darkness” journey to see with heart


PANO - “Experiencing darkness” is an annual event organized by Samaritan’s Purse in cooperation with Hanoi-based Nguyen Van To Vocational Training and Continuing Education Center. The program aims to raise public awareness of the visually impaired, break down psychological barriers, and promote social inclusion and equal rights for people with disabilities.

Hanoi Convention: Expert praises Vietnam's pro-activeness, potential


Vietnam's participation in and hosting the signing ceremony of the U.N. Convention against Cybercrime (Hanoi Convention), demonstrates the country’s pro-active stance on global issues, stated Luu Vinh Toan, a technology analyst based in Switzerland.

Vietnamese women in new era – drivers for national development


Marking the 95th founding anniversary of the Vietnam Women’s Union (VWU), this year’s Vietnamese Women’s Day highlights the women’s growing role and aspirations in the cause of national construction and defense.
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