Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (L) meets with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, March 25, 2026. Photo: Vietnam News AgencyCheck out the latest news in Vietnam today:Politics-- Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin Palace on Wednesday afternoon (Russian time), as part of his official visit to Russia. Ho Chi Minh City-- The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Construction and global technology company Mastercard on Wednesday afternoon announced a strategic partnership aimed at advancing digital transformation in urban transport and developing a modern, integrated cashless payment ecosystem. -- Ho Chi Minh City has recorded a surge in hand, foot and mouth disease cases, with three deaths so far this year. Entertainment-- Vietnam will host the 73rd Miss World pageant, which is expected to attract over 130 queens from many countries and territories, the organizer of the Miss World Vietnam announced on Wednesday night.

Source: Tuoitre News March 26, 2026 01:19 UTC