Vietnam responds to Thailand showing an incorrect map missing the Paracel and Spratly Islands.
“Vietnam reaffirms its indisputable sovereignty over the Hoang Sa (Paracel) and Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelagos in accordance with international law,” the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized. At the regular press briefing this afternoon, reporters raised the issue that during the opening ceremony of the 33rd SEA Games on the evening of December 9, the Thai host used visual...
Opening of the Germany–Vietnam Labor Forum.
On the morning of December 9, 2025 (local time), in Leipzig, Federal Republic of Germany, the Ministry of Home Affairs of Vietnam, in coordination with the Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs of Germany and the Leipzig city government, solemnly organized the Germany–Vietnam Labor Forum. This is an important event within the series of activities celebrating the 50th anniversary of diploma...
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held talks with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet.
Regarding the Cambodia–Thailand border tension, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh affirmed that Vietnam always pays close attention to the situation and will continue contributing to peaceful solutions, while calling on both countries to exercise restraint and engage in dialogue. This morning, on the occasion of the inauguration of the Tan Nam (Tay Ninh Province, Vietnam) – Meun Chey (Prey Veng Prov...
New Year’s Day Holiday Schedule 2026.
As the first day of the New Year 2026 falls in the middle of the week (Thursday), employees will have one day off only. According to the calendar, New Year’s Day next year (January 1, 2026) falls on a Thursday. Therefore, officials, public employees, and workers at enterprises will be entitled to one day off with full pay in accordance with the Labor Code. Regarding rest periods, Decree 12/2022/N...
Takaichi ranks third on Forbes’ list of the world’s most powerful women.
The American business magazine Forbes has ranked Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi third on its list of the world’s 100 most influential women. On Wednesday, the magazine released its annual list, which evaluates women with significant influence in politics, business, and other fields. The ranking is based on criteria such as the size of the country or company they lead, as well as the freq...
Mr. Sakaguchi Shimon, a Japanese scientist and co-recipient of this year’s Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, spoke about his work at a press conference in Stockholm.
The press conference, held on Saturday by the Nobel Foundation, was also attended by two American researchers who shared this year’s Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. Mr. Sakaguchi stated that the regulatory T cells he discovered have significant potential applications for various immune disorders, autoimmune diseases, and allergies. He noted that a certain proportion of cancer patients can...
Japan’s Treasury receives record amount of assets from deceased individuals without heirs.
In fiscal year 2024, Japan’s national treasury received 129.1 billion yen (approximately 828 million USD) in assets left behind by people who died without any heirs. This marks a record-high figure. According to information obtained by NHK from the Supreme Court, this is the highest amount since comparable data became available in fiscal 2013. The 2024 total is 3.8 times the 33.6 billion yen (abo...
Japan: Influenza spreading faster than last year.
Influenza is spreading widely in Japan, with the average number of infections per medical facility exceeding 50 cases in the week ending November 23. This threshold has been surpassed about one month earlier compared to last year. According to the National Institute of Infectious Diseases’ Crisis Management Research Center, around 3,000 medical facilities nationwide reported a total of approximat...
IPM Congratulates the Grand Opening of Aman IPM Center in Kathmandu, Nepal!
Today marks an important milestone in the international expansion strategy of IPM International Group, as the Aman IPM Training Center officially opens in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. This event represents a significant step forward in the cooperation between IPM International Group and Aman Nepal, with the shared mission of training and sending high-quality human resources to work in Japan, S...
IPM Company and Sankyuu Training Center Announce Competition Awards Celebrating Vietnamese Teachers’ Day 20/11.
To celebrate Vietnamese Teachers’ Day 20/11, IPM Company and Sankyuu Training Center organized a series of competitions to encourage students’ learning spirit, creativity, and confidence. The event received enthusiastic participation from all classes, creating a lively and inspiring atmosphere. This year’s three competition categories included: Creative Video Speech Sakubun – Ess...
IPM Celebrates Vietnamese Teachers’ Day 20/11: Honoring Those Who Illuminate Knowledge!
On the occasion of Vietnamese Teachers’ Day 20/11, the International Trade and Development Joint Stock Company IPM extends our heartfelt gratitude to all teachers who have accompanied IPM in training, guiding, and supporting our students on their journey toward global integration. Throughout our development, IPM understands that every achievement of our students carries the dedication of teachers...
IPM – Honored Guest at the Korea College and University Study Abroad Fair
On October 25, representatives from IPM International Study Abroad attended the Korea College and University Study Abroad Fair as an honored guest.The event gathered many prestigious Korean colleges and universities, offering Vietnamese students a valuable opportunity to directly access information about academic programs, scholarships, and career orientation in Korea. Within the framework of th...
Nobel laureates attend banquet in Stockholm.
This year’s Nobel Prize winners attended a banquet in Stockholm following the award ceremony. Around 1,300 guests, including members of the Swedish royal family and the Nobel Committee, were present at the event held at Stockholm City Hall on Wednesday. Among the attendees were two Japanese scientists: Shimon Sakaguchi, co-recipient of the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, and Susumu Kitaga...
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hopes to “quickly” move to the second phase of the U.S.-led peace plan for Gaza.
The Israeli Prime Minister said on Sunday that he hopes to advance “rapidly” to the next stage of the initiative. Mr. Netanyahu reiterated that Hamas must be disarmed in the second phase. According to Israeli media, the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump aims to announce the transition to Phase Two no later than the end of this year. However, Hamas has rejected disarmament, and the I...
Taiwan President Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthening Defense Capabilities.
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te has once again emphasized his determination to bolster the island’s defense capabilities in order to deter threats from China. On Tuesday, President Lai inspected a training exercise for about 400 reserve soldiers in Yilan. The drill began on November 22 and will continue through Friday. During his visit, he observed reserve forces operating unmanned aerial vehic...
IPM HO CHI MINH SUCCESSFULLY CO-ORGANIZES THE KOREA STUDY ABROAD SEMINAR 2025.
On December 11, 2025, IPM Ho Chi Minh City, in cooperation with Saekyung University (Korea) and Vien Dong College, successfully organized the“Korea Study Abroad Seminar 2025.”The event attracted great interest and participation from numerous parents and students in Ho Chi Minh City and neighboring areas. Providing Comprehensive Information on Studying in Korea The seminar aimed to deliver accu...
PEPPERO DAY 11/11 – A SWEET CELEBRATION AT IPM.
Every year on November 11th, people in Korea eagerly celebrate Pepero Day – a sweet occasion to express love and appreciation to family, friends, and loved ones by giving each other chocolate-covered biscuit sticks. With their long, slender shape resembling the number “1”, Pepero sticks have become the symbol of 11/11, a date representing unity and affection. According to a fun story, eating Pepe...
STUDY IN JAPAN – JULY & OCTOBER 2026 INTAKES
Start your journey this November 2025 with IPM! If you’ve been nurturing the dream of studying in the Land of the Rising Sun, November 2025 is the perfect time to begin your journey with IPM Study Abroad! OPPORTUNITIES TO STUDY IN JAPAN 2026 – START TODAY Japan has long been an attractive destination for Vietnamese students thanks to its world-class education system, safe living environment, an...
IPM Students Interview with Woosong University – Confidence, Professionalism, and Determination!
As part of the preparation for the March 2026 intake, IPM’s Korean study abroad students participated in an online interview with Woosong University – one of the most prestigious universities located in Daejeon, South Korea. During the interview, representatives from Woosong University praised the students for their serious attitude, confidence, and natural expression.Every response and every fri...
