Vietnam to host 5th World Conference of Overseas Vietnamese in 2026

Vietnam is preparing to host the 5th World Conference of Overseas Vietnamese in Hanoi in December 2026. The event will focus on the theme of how the diaspora can contribute to strengthening the nation's global power.

With over 6.5 million Vietnamese living abroad, the government aims to mobilize the skills, resources, and international networks of this community to support national development. Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang emphasized the need to modernize engagement methods, moving from simple mobilization toward creating mechanisms that allow the diaspora to participate more substantively in building the country.

The diaspora, which includes an increasing number of intellectuals, scientists, entrepreneurs, and skilled workers, is viewed as an integral part of the nation and a vital resource for accessing technology and knowledge in a competitive global environment.