The top leader said Vietnam must maintain core capabilities in vessel design, building, repair, conversion and technical maintenance to ensure resilience against supply-chain disruptions, market volatility and emergencies.
A ceremony was organised by the French Consulate General in the city on July 14 to celebrate France's National Day (July 14).
Vietnam and Cambodia have agreed to propose implementing international cross-border road transport via the Tan Nam–Meun Chey international border gate pair to boost bilateral trade and improve regional connectivity.
Beginning in 2025, universities in Ho Chi Minh City will begin enrolling and training internationally qualified professionals in eight priority disciplines under a program commissioned by the city.
The Vietnam Football Federation and the Criminal Police Department have agreed to intensify cooperation to safeguard football integrity by tackling match-fixing, illegal betting and other football-related offenses ahead of the ASEAN Cup 2026.