These days, many central streets in Hanoi are decorated with colorful flags, flowers, banners and posters celebrating the 11th National Congress of the Vietnam Fatherland Front for the 2026–2031 term.
The European Union (EU) Delegation to Vietnam held a ceremony in Hanoi on the evening of May 8 to celebrate Europe Day (May 9).
From cranes shipped to Norway to steel structures for World Cup stadiums, Ho Chi Minh City’s mechanical engineering firms are breaking into international markets while decisive investments and industrial planning cement the city’s role.
On May 10, the national finals of the Vietnam STEM, AI and Robotics (VSAR) 2025–2026 took place at the National Innovation Center (NIC), attracting 2,930 contestants from 29 provinces and cities nationwide.
Vietnam’s U17 national team made a dream start to their AFC U17 Asian Cup campaign in the early hours of May 7, edging Yemen 1-0 in an impressive opening performance.