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Corporate partnerships driving new solutions for children in Vietnam
Business partnerships are helping develop practical, scalable solutions that improve opportunities for children across Vietnam.
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Vietnam, Albania sign MoU to boost labor export and human resource ties
Sectors in which Albania has a high demand—such as hospitality, tourism, industry, and construction—are a perfect fit for the capabilities of Vietnamese workers.
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Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet Air to launch direct flights connecting Ho Chi Minh City to Colombo (Sri Lanka)
In the first half of 2026, nearly 9,000 visitors from Sri Lanka traveled to Vietnam, while more than 4,500 Vietnamese visited Sri Lanka.
Finance ministry removes 7 customs procedures for duty-free goods
Separate protocols for international arrivals at airports, passengers on international flights to Vietnam, or departing passengers purchasing goods at downtown duty-free shops have been eliminated.
IFAD appoints new Vietnam Country Director as it advances $200 million rural development portfolio
The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) has appointed Ms. Enika Basu as its new Vietnam Country Director as the organization advances nearly $200 million in projects supporting climate resilience and rural development.
Long Thanh International Airport proposed to begin operations on December 1, 2026
A three-phase roadmap developed to relocate international operations to the airport, located in southern Dong Nai city.
Vietnam, New Zealand aim to raise bilateral trade to $3 billion
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung urging both countries to implement practical solutions to facilitate market access for each other's key export products, and eliminate technical barriers.
Hai Phong to replace 177 old apartment buildings, relocating 9,000 households
The project will be implemented in phases—from 2026 to 2028 and 2028 to 2030—with a vision toward 2030. Priority will be given to people with meritorious services to the national revolution, policy-beneficiary families, and vulnerable groups.
HCMC proposes raising social housing income ceiling to $2,300 per month
If approved, monthly net income requirements will be adjusted for eligible groups, including low-income urban residents, workers, civil servants, and public employees.