Latest news in Vietnam? September 12th, 2026
12-09-2026
Diplomacy and International Affairs
- BRICS Summit Attendance: Prime Minister Le Minh Hung arrived in New Delhi, India, leading a high-ranking delegation to attend the 18th BRICS Summit hosted under India’s 2026 chairship. As an official BRICS partner country, Vietnam is focusing discussions on multilateral resilience, innovation, and expanding economic cooperation. ANI News+ 1
- Vietnam–France Strategic Cooperation: General Secretary and President To Lam concluded an official visit to France following high-level bilateral talks in Paris. Discussions prioritized implementing the 2026–2028 bilateral action plan, expanding clean energy and transport infrastructure projects, and advancing negotiations regarding the EU’s “yellow card” on fisheries. Vietnam News
- Tourism Growth: Official data released by the General Statistics Office reported a 14.4% year-on-year increase in international visitor arrivals during the first eight months of 2026, driven by expanded regional air routes and revised visa policies.
- Automotive Expansion: Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast signed partnerships to establish 27 new retail and service showrooms across the Philippines as part of its ongoing Southeast Asian market expansion. Vietnam News
- Central Region Weather Precautions: Meteorological authorities have advised coastal and central provinces to monitor a strengthening tropical low-pressure system in the East Sea, preparing drainage and flood-mitigation measures for anticipated heavy rains.
- Urban Infrastructure Updates: Ho Chi Minh City authorities temporarily restricted access through sections of the An Phu Interchange underpass following localized drainage issues and conducted routine fire-safety inspections across high-density micro-housing units. Tuoi tre news