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India and Vietnam agreed to deepen defence cooperation, including the co-production of military equipment, during a meeting between External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Vietnamese Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung. The ministers co-chaired the 19th India-Vietnam Joint Commission Meeting on Monday, focusing on trade, economic, and scientific ties within the framework of their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Tesla has established a subsidiary in Ho Chi Minh City, marking its formal entry into Southeast Asia's EV market. VinFast shares dropped 2% following the registration, as Vietnam remains VinFast's primary market, accounting for nearly all its 2025 revenue and 89% of total EV deliveries.
VnExpress International reports on severe flooding in Hanoi caused by heavy rain, which submerged roads and underpasses. The article details specific affected locations and notes that water depths of 20-40 cm hindered driving, forcing commuters to push bicycles through knee-deep water.
VnExpress International reports on a lost boy in Vietnam who was found safe after wandering into Ong Dinh mountain with his family dog. The article details how the loyal dog stayed by the exhausted child's side throughout the night, protecting him until rescuers arrived and escorted them down safely.
Vietnam has launched a new intermodal rail service between Qinghai and Dong Nai, slashing freight transit time from 15 to 7 days. The 4,000 km route spans nearly 2,200 km through China and over 1,700 km in Vietnam, supporting a 43% year-on-year increase in international rail freight volume.
India and Vietnam agreed to host their next Defence Policy Dialogue in India during Aero India 2027. The agreement was reached during a meeting between Indian Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and Vietnam's Deputy Defence Minister, who also emphasized strengthening maritime security cooperation through ASEAN frameworks.
Vietnamese Prime Minister Hung encouraged Indian clean energy group ACME to expand investments in Vietnam's renewable energy and green infrastructure sectors. The discussion took place during the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, aligning with Vietnam's strategy to prioritize high-technology projects supporting its green transition.