(VOVWORLD) - Vietnam has identified ensuring national energy security as a top political task in the new era. Vietnam has been focusing on reforming corporate governance, applying science and technology, promoting digital transformation and innovation, and modernizing the power grid.

(VOVWORLD) - In the first seven months of this year, Ho Chi Minh City attracted 6.2 billion USD in foreign direct investment (FDI), a year-on-year increase of 45%. This reflects a recovery in foreign investor confidence in the city’s growth prospects.

(VOVWORLD) -Captains of tourist boats in Quang Ninh province have been trained to operate maritime positioning systems integrated with Automatic Identification System (AIS) technology. By connecting inter-agency data and applying weather forecasting technology, Quang Ninh is demonstrating its commitment to safe tourism in Ha Long Bay.

(VOVWORLD) -The resurgence of traditional threats and the emergence of new risks in the high-tech era are jeopardizing global maritime security. The UN Security Council made the warning amid mounting global instability.

(VOVWORLD) - With a host of activities marking the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day (September 2), Hanoi is the most popular destination for the four-day National Day holiday from August 30 to September 2.

(VOVWORLD) - Upon arriving in Seoul on Sunday for a State visit to the Republic of Korea at the invitation of President Lee Jae Myung, Party General Secretary To Lam attended a meeting with members of the Vietnam Innovation Network and Vietnamese experts working in the Republic of Korea. This was the second time the Party chief had personally chaired a meeting with members of the overseas Vietnam Innovation Network, following a similar meeting in the United States last year. This underscored the Party and State’s strong commitment to advancing science, technology, and innovation as drivers of Vietnam’s development in the new era.

(VOVWORLD) - In the first half of this year, Noi Bai International Airport welcomed more than 16.5 million passengers and handled more than 100,000 aircraft take-offs and landings. The Hanoi-Ho Chi Minh City route accounted for the largest number of flights.

(VOVWORLD) - Party General Secretary To Lam and his spouse will pay a state visit to the Republic of Korea from Sunday to next Wednesday at the invitation of President Lee Jae Myung. The visit affirms Vietnam’s consistent policy of elevating cooperation with the Republic of Korea to new heights, while sending the message that Vietnam is entering a new era and needs the companionship of international friends, especially comprehensive strategic partners, including the Republic of Korea.

(VOVWORLD) - A wide variety of art forms are on display until next Wednesday at the exhibition “Ngũ Hình 2 (Five Forms 2)” at the Temple of Literature in Hanoi. It offers a fresh perspective on Vietnam’s folk culture.

(VOVWORLD) - During the five years since the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) came into effect, trade between Vietnam and the European Union has grown significantly. The EVFTA is a cornerstone of trade relations and a foundation for institutional reform that ensures green, sustainable growth for both sides.