High-level Vietnamese delegations led by Standing member of the Secretariat Tran Cam Tu and Prime Minister Le Minh Hung visited the Lao Embassy in Hanoi to pay tribute to Lao National Assembly President Saysomphone Phomvihane.
National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man on August 9 led a high-ranking Vietnamese Party and State delegation to Laos to pay respects to Lao National Assembly President Xaysomphone Phomvihane, who passed away on August 8.
Vietnam's stock market extended its recovery for a second straight week, supported by strong second-quarter earnings that have brought valuations back to more attractive levels.
Ho Chi Minh City is stepping up preparations for the 2026-2027 school year, with measures focusing on organizing two-session-a-day schooling, strengthening food safety at school meals, and providing free periodic health check-ups for students.
Vietnamese weightlifters claimed eight more medals, including four golds, on August 9 at the 2026 Asian Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championships.
