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Amid global uncertainty, safety is increasingly important to travellers. Vietnam ranked ninth worldwide for Safety and Security in the World Economic Forum’s Travel & Tourism Development Index 2026, up 18 places from 2024. Alongside its natural beauty, rich culture and friendly people, safety is a key attraction for international visitors.

The General Department of Politics of the Vietnam People’s Army held a ceremony in Hanoi on October 15, 2026 to honour outstanding women in the military and present the inaugural Military Women’s Award for 2026. Attending the event were General Phan Van Giang, Politburo member, Deputy Secretary of the Central Military Commission, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence; General Nguyen Trong Nghia, Politburo member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee and Director of the General Department of Politics of the Vietnam People’s Army; and National Assembly Vice Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Hong. Photo: Trong Duc – VNA

The Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee’s Political Bureau and Secretariat convened a nationwide conference in Hanoi on October 16 to study, disseminate and implement the resolutions from 14th CPV Central Committee’s fourth plenum. Party General Secretary and President To Lam attended and provided guidance at the event, which linked 40,074 venues online. VNA Photo

The Hung Yen Provincial Women’s Union, in coordination with the Vu Thu Commune People’s Committee, on October 15, 2026 launched a pilot “Safe House for Women and Children” model. The initiative aims to improve the protection, care and support provided to women and children, helping prevent and detect cases of violence and abuse, intervene when necessary, and provide timely assistance to women and children at risk or facing particularly difficult circumstances. Photo: Thu Hoai – VNA

The Ministry of Home Affairs and the Government Office, in coordination with the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union Central Committee, held a dialogue between the Prime Minister and Vietnamese youth on October 15, focusing on promoting youth entrepreneurship and innovation to boost growth and create jobs. VNA Photo: Dương Giang

Located in Dam Thuy commune in the northern mountainous province of Cao Bang, Ban Gioc Waterfall is one of the region’s leading tourist attractions, drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors each year with its breathtaking scenery along Vietnam’s northern border.

Over 70 years of development and growth (October 15, 1956 – October 15, 2026), the Vietnam Youth Federation has consistently affirmed its important role in uniting and mobilising young people, caring for their well-being, inspiring and nurturing patriotism and a strong desire to contribute, and promoting youth participation in socio-economic development, innovation and international integration. These efforts have helped foster a generation of Vietnamese young people who are resilient, knowledgeable, responsible and ambitious, ready to rise to the challenges and opportunities of the nation’s new era. Photo: VNA

Located more than 110 km from the centre of Ca Mau province and bordered by the sea on three sides, Dat Mui commune has long relied on its marine economy as a key economic driver. Today, local fishermen are moving beyond traditional fishing and aquaculture methods, accelerating the shift towards modern and sustainable practices that provide stable incomes and help thousands of local households improve their livelihoods. Photo: Tuan Phi – VNA

For 14 years, teacher and Party member Do Thi Hoai has devoted herself wholeheartedly to education and generations of students at Van Son Ethnic Minority Semi-Boarding Primary and Lower Secondary School in Van Son commune, Bac Ninh city. As an art teacher and in charge of the school’s Ho Chi Minh Young Pioneers Organization, she not only inspires creativity but also serves as a close companion to students from ethnic minority communities, offering them care and support. Photo: Minh Duc – VNA

Bac Ninh’s total import-export value was estimated at 177.8billion USD in the first nine months of 2026, maintaining its leading positionnationwide. Exports reached nearly 87.5 billion USD, up 39.54%, while importsamounted to 90.3 billion USD. In September alone, export turnover reached 12.03billion USD. With this result, the province’s export turnover in the first ninemonths achieved 79.53% of its full-year target of 110 billion USD. Photo: DongThuy – VNA

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam met with representatives of outstanding companies in Hanoi on October 12 ahead of the Vietnamese Entrepreneurs’ Day (October 13). Photo: Thong Nhat – VNA

Rows of red flags with yellow stars stretching along village roads not only beautify the landscape but also help raise public awareness of environmental protection and promote a civilized lifestyle in residential areas. From the joint efforts of residents in Ho Vuong commune to youth projects in Hoa Loc commune, the “National Flag Road” model is creating a distinctive feature in the rural landscape and contributing to the fulfillment of new-style rural development criteria in Thanh Hoa province through practical initiatives closely connected to daily life. Photo: Khieu Tu – VNA

The Thu Do (Capital) Regiment, part of Division 308 underArmy Corps 12, is a mechanised infantry regiment tasked with training,maintaining combat readiness and conducting military diplomacy. It alsoparticipates in disaster prevention and response, search and rescue, fire andforest-fire prevention, poverty reduction, new-style rural development andother assigned missions. With attention and support from leadership at alllevels, and through the dedicated efforts of its officers and soldiers, theregiment has consistently excelled in fulfilling its duties and has been one ofthe leading units in Division 308’s Emulation Movement for Determination toWin. Photo: Trong Duc – VNA

Without stable employment and ineligible for compulsory social insurance, many self-employed workers in Nghe An are proactively enrolling in voluntary social insurance to secure an income in their old age. In addition to the State’s subsidy, the province provides extra support equivalent to 30% of contributions for people from poor households, 25% for those from near-poor households and 5% for other eligible groups. Combined support from the State and the provincial budget is helping reduce contribution costs and expand workers’ access to social security. Photo: Bich Hue – VNA

Fireworks lighted up the skies over Hanoi’s West Lake, HoanKiem (Sword) Lake and Van Quan Lake on October 10 as the capital citycelebrates the 72nd anniversary of its Liberation Day (October 10, 1954-2026).VNA Photo

Marking the 72nd anniversary of the Liberation of the Capital (October 10, 1954-October 10, 2026), the area around Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi has attracted large numbers of local residents and visitors who come to sightsee, enjoy recreational activities and take photos. Activities held in response to the launch ceremony for the 2026 mass sports movement, together with the newly opened “Ribbon of Memories” art space, have added lively highlights to the celebrations, creating a festive atmosphere across the capital. Photo: Pham Tuan Anh – VNA

Harnessing the dynamism and creativity of youth, young people in Ninh Binh are actively participating in digital transformation and bringing modern digital technologies into all aspects of social life. From helping residents access digital services and promoting cultural heritage to supporting production and business activities and contributing to administrative reform, the younger generation is playing an important role in advancing digital transformation and creating practical benefits for the community and the province’s socio-economic development. Photo: Thuy Dung – VNA

The 31st Bay Nui Ox Racing Festival for the An Giang Television Cup 2026 kicked off at the ox racing ground in An Cu commune, near Tho Mit Pagoda on October 10, 2026. This year’s festival features 64 pairs of oxen from wards and communes with large Khmer communities across the province. Photo: Cong Mao - VNA

The Vietnam Circus Federation’s newly premiered “Son Than Thuy Quai” (Mountain God and Water Monster) blends traditional circus with 3D mapping, lighting, music and a water stage to create a fresh visual language for storytelling and bring traditional cultural values closer to contemporary audiences.

Sections of Hanoi’s Ring Road No. 2.5, including Cau Giay – Duong Dinh Nghe, Vu Pham Ham – Tran Duy Hung, Nguy Nhu Kon Tum – Nguyen Trai, and Nguyen Trai – Dam Hong, were opened to traffic on a technical basis from October 10, 2026, helping ease traffic congestion in the area. The projects are to mark the 72nd anniversary of the Liberation of the Capital Photo: Tran Viet – VNA