First-prize winners of the writing contest featuring Vietnamese students in the Republic of Korea. (Photo: VNA)

Writing contest highlights life of Vietnamese students in RoK

Contestants were required to complete three stages: an essay in Korean (2,000–3,000 words), and an online interview. A total of 18 contestants from universities across the RoK were selected for the final, where they delivered a Korean-language presentation summarising their essay.

Vice Chairman of the National Assembly Le Minh Hoan receives Park Soon Cheol, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Samsung Electronics, in Hanoi on December 5, 2025. Photo: VNA

NA Vice Chairman calls for Samsung’s operation expansion in Vietnam

Over the past 17 years, Samsung Vietnam has successfully implemented numerous high-tech projects, operated six manufacturing entities, one research and development institute, and one sales entity, while continuously maintaining impressive revenues, reaffirming its position as a leading FDI enterprise in Vietnam.

Vietnam’s medical device market has posted average annual growth of around 28%. (Photo: VNA)

RoK firms target Vietnam’s growing homecare device market

Vietnam’s personal care device market grew around 23.7% over two years, rising from about 5.31 million USD in 2022 to 6.57 million USD in 2024. The market is projected to expand to 12.27 million USD by 2028, reflecting an annual compound growth rate of 7.6%.

Chairman of the Bac Ninh People’s Committee Pham Hoang Son (R) presents a symbol of bronze drum to Governor Lee Cheol-woo of Gyeongsangbuk-do (Photo: VNA)

Bac Ninh, RoK's Gyeongsangbuk-do seal cooperation pact

Under the agreement, both sides will work together on delegation visits and cultural exchanges, boosting cooperation and sharing information in areas like economy, trade, and science and technology. They’ll also promote the exchange of students and skilled workers to support mutual growth.

The VGCL delegation and officials of the Vietnamese Embassy in the RoK in a group photo. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnam, RoK step up cooperation in labour, employment

Both sides commended the strong development of Vietnam – RoK diplomatic relations and agreed on the need for closer coordination between the Vietnam General Confederation of Labour (VGCL) and Korean labour authorities.

State President Luong Cuong (right) and Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea Woo Won Shik at their meeting in Hanoi on November 21, 2025 (Photo: VNA)

State President meets with visiting Speaker of Korean National Assembly

Highly appreciating the results of the talks between NA Chairman Man and Speaker Woo, President Cuong hoped that the legislative bodies of the two countries would closely coordinate to create a legal corridor, implement the content of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, and support the agreements and commitments of the two governments.

An aircraft of Air Busan (Photo: Yonhap/VNA)

RoK’s Air Busan to resume Busan–Hanoi route after six-year hiatus

Flights will run on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays, departing Gimhae International Airport at 8:30 pm and arriving at Hanoi’s Noi Bai Airport at 11:30 pm. The return leg will leave Hanoi at 12:40 am and land in Gimhae at 7:05 am, with a total flight time of about five hours.

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man and his spouse host the official welcome ceremony for Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea Woo Won Shik and his spouse during their official visit to Vietnam. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnam, RoK pledge closer legislative, economic collaboration

The National Assemblies of Vietnam and the Republic of Korea (RoK) will maintain regular exchanges of high-level delegations to share legislative experience, improve the legal framework for sustainable development, and enhance their role in overseeing the implementation of international treaties and bilateral agreements.

Party General Secretary To Lam (L) meets with Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea Woo Won Shik in Seoul on August 12, 2025 during his state visit to the RoK. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnam, RoK forge stronger parliamentary cooperation

The official visit to Vietnam by Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea (RoK) Woo Won Shik and his spouse continues the recent momentum of high-level exchanges between the two countries, underscoring the closeness and political trust that characterise the Vietnam–RoK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Representatives of the Vietnam Journalists Association and the RoK's Hankook Ilbo newspaper pose for a group photo. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnam, RoK step up journalism cooperation in AI era

The Vietnam Journalists Association (VJA) and the Journalists Association of Korea (JAK) agreed to continue promoting journalist exchanges, thematic workshops, and professional training programmes, particularly in the fields of digital transformation, multi-platform journalism, and professional ethics in the new media environment.

Visitors at the Vietnam Licensing Expo 2025 (Photo: VNA)

Over 100 brands gather at Vietnam Licensing Expo 2025

The event is being held in parallel with the Vietnam–Korea Character Licensing Festival (VKCLF 2025), bringing together over 100 companies, including producers, creators, retailers, investors, and leading intellectual property (IP) holders from both Vietnam and abroad. ​

A dancing performance at the opening ceremony of the 2025 K–Vietnam Pop-up Festa in Dalat on November 8 (Photo: VNA)

K-Market Vietnam 2025 held in Lam Dong

The event features a series of cultural and trade exchange activities between Vietnam and the Republic of Korea (RoK), with more than 100 Lam Dong and Korean enterprises showcasing typical products from both sides.