Vietnam’s re-election to UN Human Rights Council affirms growing global standing: Deputy FM

Vietnam’s re-election to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the 2026-2028 term reflects international recognition of the country's socio-economic achievements over the recent past as well as its commitment to promoting and...

Vietnam Accelerates Digital Payments for Economic Growth

Vietnam is accelerating its transition to a digital economy, with digital payments at the forefront, according to the National Financial Inclusion Strategy by 2025, with a vision to 2030. The government aims for a 20–25% annual growth rate in...

UK regards Vietnam as important partner in Asia-Pacific region: official

A British official affirmed that the UK considers Vietnam an important partner in the Asia-Pacific region and expressed her wish to strengthen comprehensive cooperation with Vietnam, particularly in the fields of politics – diplomacy, security,...

APSA Night Market celebrates AAPI culture through food and performances

From sweet and savory foods to live performances — the student union had it all the night of Oct. 8. From 4 p.m to 9 p.m., the union bustled with excitement as students explored different foods and performances prepared by AAPI student clubs. This...

MP and activist unite to stop sex-selective abortions

A pro-life rally outside NSW Parliament House in May (The Catholic Weekly/Giovanni Portelli Photography) Noisy demonstrations in front of Parliament House do work, say the politician and the activist behind a bill to stop sex-selective abortions...

Viamericas Expands Remittance Services to Vietnam

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 — 21:24:38 (UTC) Coral Gables, Fla., Oct. 13, 2025— Viamericas, a leading provider of remittance and international money transfer services, today announced the expansion of its global payout network to Vietnam through a...

Pakistan, Vietnam begin trade pact talks

PTA negotiations aim to conclude by end-2025 to expand market access, remove barriers; Jam Kamal urges long-term partn ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Vietnam have officially launched negotiations on a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) to enhance...

Robert Redford remembered for his deep legacy in environmental activism and Native American advocacy

Associated Presss Lorie Lee Sekayumptewa, a former administrator with the Navajo Nation Film Office, remembers seeing Robert Redford at traditional cultural dances at the Hopi village of Hotevilla in New Mexico. It was more than 30 years ago and...

The big immigration lie: China smashes the myth that foreigners are needed to secure the West’s economic future

There is a lie being told that millions of migrants are needed to revitalize Western economies, but one simple meme is enough to dispel this entire claim. The meme shows that there are fewer foreign nationals residing in all of China than in just...

Vietnam highlights people-centered development approach at the UNGA

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Hang called on international partners to fulfil their commitments by mobilizing private investment for sustainable infrastructure, and supporting developing countries in building capacity and applying...

Ho Chi Minh City strengthens foothold on global tourism map

HCM City (VNA) – Ho Chi Minh City’s tourism sector has undergone remarkable transformation during 2020–2025, driven by breakthrough ideas to enhance product quality, service standards, and destination branding. These efforts have brought the city...

Vietnam moves to shape future of digital payments

Hanoi (VNA) - According to the National Financial Inclusion Strategy by 2025, with a vision to 2030, the Government aims for a 20–25% annual growth rate in cashless payment transactions, reflecting the strong determination to accelerate Vietnam’s...

Vietnam wins silver award for exhibition design at Expo 2025 in Japan

Hanoi (VNA) — The Vietnam Pavilion has won the silver award in the Exhibition Design category at Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai in Japan, marking the first time the country has received this honour, according to the Department of International Cooperation...

Vietnam highlights people-centred development approach at the UNGA

New York (VNA) – The Vietnamese delegation, led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Hang, on October 13 conducted a range of diplomatic activities within the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), affirming...

Vietnam wins big at 2025 World Travel Awards Asia & Oceania

Hong Kong (VNA) – Vietnam has continued to strengthen its global tourism brand with a series of prestigious wins at the 2025 World Travel Awards (WTA) for Asia and Oceania held on October 13 in Hong Kong (China). The country triumphed over many...

Genetic Landscape of VIP Pharmacogenomic Variants in the Kinh Vietnamese Population

Introduction Drug-response of a patient is influenced by different physiological factors, in which genetic predepositions have been reported to have association with the metabolism and immunological response of a medicine.1–3 Pharmacogenomics is...

Pakistan, Vietnam initiate negotiations on PTA with pledge to deepen bilateral cooperation

- Advertisement - ISLAMABAD, Oct 14 (APP): Pakistan and Vietnam on Tuesday officially signed and launched negotiations on a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) aimed at strengthening trade, investment and economic cooperation between the two...

Mega Buddhist Convention begins

Mysore/Mysuru: With the rendition of mass prayer ‘Buddham Namami for Bhagwan Buddha,’ the two-day international Bouddha Maha Sammelana-2025 – Manava Mytriya Payana, organised by Karnataka Rajya Bhikkhu Sangha, various Bouddha and Ambedkar...

U.S. in 2025: 24% of global GDP, 750 military bases, and leadership in technology and culture sustain its global influence

Former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright once said, “We are the indispensable nation,” referring to the USA. The late journalist Carlos Alberto Montaner commissioned me to write a book with this title. His idea was that a book was needed...

Today In Culture, Tuesday, October 14, 2025: The Promontory Closing | Trader Joe’s Coming To Fulton Market | Chicago As Artist Destination

Get Chicago & Great Lakes culture news sent to your inbox every weekday morning. Subscribe to Newcity Today here. ART Is Chicago Becoming A More Popular Destination For Artists? “There’s a lot of uncertainty and concern in the art market right...