The Ministry of National Defence on August 12 received a package of materials and equipment from the Australian Department of Defence to support the ministry's Vietnam Department of Peacekeeping Operations.

Demand for durians in the Chinese market is surging, prompting growing interest among importers in seeking supply from Vietnam. With its geographical proximity, short transport time and distinctive flavour, Vietnamese durian is highly regarded for both quality and long-term growth potential.

Party General Secretary To Lam, accompanied by his spouse and a high-level Vietnamese delegation on August 10 met with staff of the Vietnamese Embassy in Seoul, as well as members of the Vietnamese community in the Republic of Korea (RoK) as part of the leader's ongoing state visit to the RoK.

Tourism in Quang Ninh is rebounding after a temporary decline following the capsising of a tourist boat in Ha Long Bay during a squall on July 19, largely thanks to enhanced tourism safety and promotion efforts.