After more than two years of construction, by mid-December 2025, the transport links directly connecting Long Thanh Airport (Routes T1 and T2) are largely complete. The nearly 8-km routes, designed for speeds of 80–100 km/h, are now lined with greenery. Contractors are mobilising manpower to finish remaining work, aiming to complete the entire route within December.
The contest served as a meaningful platform contributing to the preservation of the Vietnamese language and cultural identity within the Vietnamese community in Japan.
PM Pham Minh Chinh described the National Boundary Commission as an “unsung soldier” on the diplomatic, legal and practical frontlines, playing a critical role in safeguarding national sovereignty while strengthening friendly relations with neighbouring countries.
Two residents of Ly Son special zone in the central province of Quang Ngai received the State President's Bravery Order for their courageous rescue efforts during Typhoon Kalmaegi at a ceremony on December 15.
The six gold medals secured at SEA Games 33 not only ensured Vietnam retained top spot in karate, but also completed an unprecedented hat-trick following its successes at SEA Games 31 and 32.
On the Wushu mat, Dang Tran Phuong Nhi secured a silver medal after competing in the women’s southern fist, southern staff and southern broadsword events, finishing with a total score of 29.112 points.
With the new standing, Vietnam now rank fourth in Asia, behind only Iran (5th worldwide), Thailand (11th) and Japan (13th).
Hanoi’s economy maintained steady momentum in the first 11 months of 2025, with state budget revenue, public investment disbursement and international tourist arrivals all posting positive results, reinforcing the city’s overall trend of stable and improving growth.
After four days of competition, Thailand continued to dominate, amassing 94 gold medals. Indonesia moved into second place with 31 golds, while Vietnam held third with 30 titles.
Vietnam's martial arts teams continued their strong performance on December 13 at the 33rd SEA Games in Thailand, with karate and taekwondo leading the charge through multiple gold medals.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh laid out three strategic orientations and six key tasks for the Ministry of Justice while chairing a nationwide hybrid conference in Hanoi on December 13 to review its performance in 2025 and the 2021-2025 term, chart a course for the 2026-2030 tenure and launch tasks for 2026.
The external information service has actively amplified Vietnam’s independent, self-reliant, and righteous voice on the international stage, promoting the image of a stable, dynamic, responsible, trustworthy, distinctive, and friendly Vietnam.
Vietnam has officially secured a landmark victory at the SEA Games with the gold medal earned by fighter Quang Van Minh in mixed martial arts. In the men's under-65kg modern category final, Van Minh (in blue) delivered a dominant performance, defeating his Malaysian opponent (in red) by technical knockout before the start of the third round.
During 34 days of operations in Cambodia (November 6–December 10, 2025), the search teams recovered 180 sets of remains: 16 by Team K70, 140 by Team K71, and 24 by Team K73.
The two recipients are Phan Duy Quang, 47 years old and residing in Tay An Vinh hamlet, and Le Van Sanh, 37 years old, of Tay An Hai hamlet, Ly Son special zone.
The exhibition, titled "Danh tinh hinh thanh" (Acquired Identity), is part of a series of activities celebrating the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Poland and Vietnam.
The ASEAN Para Games serves as an occasion for Vietnam to strengthen cooperation in disability sports with regional countries while asserting its position in Southeast Asia.
The release of 500 copies of the anthology aims to honour the distinguished leader and reflects the warm solidarity between the peoples of Uruguay and Vietnam.
Deputy PM Pham Thi Thanh Tra asked the MoHA to review preparations for the congress next week, including the documentary to be screened at and the agenda of the event, scheduled to take place this month, to ensure a quality and impressive congress.
The transport connectivity project for northern mountainous provinces, approved by the Prime Minister, comprises two routes with a total length of around 200 km. Work is under way to resolve site-clearance obstacles to ensure the project stays on schedule for completion and opening to traffic by June 30, 2026, creating major opportunities for economic growth, tourism and trade across the northwest region.
