Vietnam has picked “Cohesive and Responsive” as the theme of the ASEAN Chairmanship in 2020. Taking on the role, Vietnam desires to enhance the sustainable development of the bloc by enhancing the economic connectivity, consolidating the unity and consensus, deepen the unique values of ASEAN. Malaysian Ambassador to Vietnam Dato' Shariffah Norhana Syed Mustaffa speaks to Hanoitimes on the opportunities and challenges of the chairmanship that Vietnam may face.
The ASEAN chair is by tradition expected to show restraint and place the region’s interests before its own.
Vietnam’s fintech firms secured two of the top three largest funding deals in ASEAN in 2019.
Young Vietnamese representatives joined the Bangladesh YouthCOP 2025 to exchange ideas on climate solutions and sustainable transition.
11 Nov, 10:22 PM
Through dedication and artistry, Hanoi’s folk performers continue to spread the enduring charm of this cherished cultural form.
01 Oct, 06:18 AM
Through the Lumie're Project, Hanoi students provide free meals to hospital visitors, fostering empathy and encouraging acts of kindness.
02 Aug, 08:17 AM
From selecting the ideal homestay to discovering the finest local cuisine, Vietnamese tourists are embracing digital tools to travel smarter, more sustainably, and more meaningfully.
31 Jul, 10:32 PM
With grit and discipline, and after a moment of redemption, Vietnam’s under-23 footballers narrowly beat Indonesia to win their third consecutive AFF U23 Championship title.
31 Jul, 08:43 PM
Hanoi’s old village gates are quietly holding their ground amid rapid urbanization, reminding residents of a slower, deeper past.
23 Jul, 10:08 AM
Quang Ninh Province is mobilizing all available resources to address the tragic boat accident in Ha Long Bay that claimed 35 lives and left four people missing.
21 Jul, 10:03 PM
Vietnam is preparing to launch a pilot carbon trading floor as part of its long-term strategy to transition to a low-carbon economy.
21 Jul, 09:33 PM