Hanoi (VNA) – The following is a list of selected news summaries reported last𝔍 weekend by the Vietnam News Agency.
- Party General Secretary To Lam stressed the need for the people to be served faster and better while inspecting the implementation of the two-tier local administration model in Xuan Hoa ward and Tan Vinh Loc commune in Ho Chi Minh City on June 29.
Xuan Hoa ward was established through the merger of Vo Thi Sau ward and part of Residential Area 3 of Ward 4 in District 3, while Tan Vinh Loc was formed after the merger of Vinh Loc B commune, part of Pham Van Hai commune, and part of Tan Tao ward in Binh Tan district. Read full story
- State President Luong Cuong met with voters in Hoc Mon and Cu Chi district, Ho Chi Minh City, on June 28 to inform them about the outcomes of the ninth session of the 15th National Assembly and to address their feedback and concerns.Speaking at the meeting, the President praised the voters’ heartfelt and responsible feedback, which reflected deep concern for local, citywide, and national development. Their engagement, he noted, also demonstrated trust in the National Assembly’s activities. Read full story
- In the spirit of cooperation, proactiveness,𝕴 effectiveness, and perseverance, Vietnam stands ready to engage in dialogue and consider the concerns and requests of its partners, i🍷ncluding the US, while remaining open to listening, taking on board constructive feedback, and addressing legitimate and appropriate proposals.
Chairing a meeting on 28 June to continue reviewing and resolving US concerns regarding trade and tariffs, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said this is grounded in international practice, in compliance with the law, and aligned with agreements between the two countries. Read full story
- Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh received Director-General of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) Audrey Azoulay in Hanoi on June 28, aksing the organisation's continued recognition of cultural heritages of Vietnam and support to the conservation of the already-recognised ones.The meeting, part of the UNESCO leader's second visit to Vietnam, highlighted the country’s appreciation of UNESCO’s role and reaffirmed the long-standing, substantive, and increasingly effective partnership between Vietnam and the organisation over the past five decades. Read full story
- As the main city of the central region, Da Nang possesses significant potential and advantages to become a national high-tech centre, with a strategic focus on semiconductors and artificial intelligence (AI).According to experts, to achieve this vision, the city must implement a comprehensive set of both short-term and long-term solutions. Read full story
Featuring over 150 Vietnamese products from fresh and processed fruits to beverages, sauces, noodles, and coffee the space aims to introduce Russian consumers to Vietnam’s diverse cuisine and cultural offerings. Read full story
- Vietnam’s water resource management is facing mounting challenges amid climate change, rising demand, and environmental pollution.With a dense river network of more than 450 rivers and streams over 10km in length, and average annual rainfall between 1,800 mm and 2,000 mm, Vietnam possesses an abundant water resource. Surface water volume is estimated at 830–840 billion cbm per year, of which only about 40% originates domestically. Read full story
- Initial findings show that Tower Group L at the My Son Temple Complex, a special national monument in the central province of Quang Nam, features a structure and design significantly different not only from other tower groups at the site but also from other Cham temples and towers across Vietnam.The discoveries emerged during an ongoing excavation led by Italian archaeologist Dr. Patrizia Zolese, Director of the C.M. Lerici Foundation, together with Vietnamese and Italian experts. Their work focused on the archaeological excavation and cleanup of the collapsed structures in Tower Group L, which spans 150 sq.m of this renowned world heritage site. Read full story
- Footballing legend Michael Owen scored twice as the Manchester Reds took a 4-2 win over the Vietnam All-Stars in a friendly match on June 27, held as part of the Vietnam-UK Football Festival, The event marked the 52nd anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and the United Kingdom.
The match was a rendezvous for footballing legends from Manchester United, including Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Michael Owen, Dwight Yorke, Teddy Sheringham and Wes Brown, national team alongside former Vietnamese national team stars./. Read full story
