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With favourable natural conditions, a long history of cultivation, and a development orientation under the One Commune One Product (OCOP) programme, Suoi Giang’s Shan Tuyet tea is steadily enhancing its value and expanding its market reach.

In the first quarter of 2026, Vietnam posted the fastest tourism growth in the region, welcoming 6.76 million international arrivals, up 12.4% year-on-year. Key markets such as China, the Republic of Korea and Taiwan continued to underpin demand.

After seven days at sea, covering more than 1,000 nautical miles, the 2026 mission of Delegation No. 9 to visit the Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelago and DK I platforms has concluded, leaving deep impressions on its members of a special journey towards the nation’s seas and islands. Photo: Xuan Quy – VNA

Off the eastern coast of Quang Tri province, Con Co Island, once dubbed the “steel island” during wartime, has taken on a new appearance, greener and more tranquil.

The enduring charm of Hue National School, with more than a century of history, continues to captivate generations of students, as well as local residents and visitors to the former imperial capital.

Chairman of the National Assembly Tran Thanh Man and a high-ranking delegation of Vietnam attended the opening ceremony of the 152nd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU-152), themed “Nurturing Hope, Securing Peace and Ensuring Justice for Future Generations”, in Istanbul, Türkiye, on April 15 evening.

From April 7 to May 15, 2026, the Hung Yen provincial Police are launching a peak campaign to issue ID cards and level-2 electronic identification accounts for students aged from 6 to under 14. The province currently has more than 436,500 citizens in this age group, including 237,176 students who already have ID cards but have not registered for e-identification accounts, and 199,393 students who have completed neither procedure. Photo: Dinh Van Nhieu – VNA

Straw mushroom cultivation has recently developed strongly in Can Tho city. Thanks to high market demand, this activity not only generates stable income but also creates jobs for idle labourers, while making use of agricultural by-products after harvest. Photo: Thu Hien – VNA

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on April 15 chaired the first meeting of the Central Emulation and Commendation Council for the 2026–2031 term, outlining key priorities and calling for stronger alignment between emulation movements and the country’s ambition of achieving sustainable double-digit economic growth.

Ca Mau provincial police have actively applied information technology and promoted digital transformation across various fields, contributing to administrative reform and enabling citizens and businesses to access social services more conveniently, quickly, and efficiently. Photo: Trung Hieu – VNA

The Management Board of the Ly Son Marine Protected Area (central Quang Ngai province) has pioneered the application of artificial intelligence (AI) and Phototransect technology to monitor coral reefs. Through the Reefcloud.ai platform, transferred from the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS), underwater image data are accurately analyzed by AI, enabling the creation of digital marine environmental maps and timely forecasting of ecosystem changes. This demonstrates Vietnam’s technological mastery in sustainable marine conservation. Photo: Phan Phuong – VNA

The Politburo and the Secretariat of the Party Central Committee convened a national conference in Hanoi on April 13 to study, disseminate and implement the resolution of the second session of the 14th Party Central Committee. Party General Secretary and State President To Lam attended and delivered a keynote address. VNA Photo

Cai Rang floating market carries with it a peaceful, tranquil atmosphere, completely different from its busy and vibrant scene with boats up and down the river during its golden years. Logistics and roads have been developed, creating convenient transportation and a new way for locals to do business. As a result, the number of boats and canoes has gradually decreased over time. However, Cai Rang floating market now emerges with unique beauty: rustic and dreamy, unlike anywhere else. Photo: Duy Khuong - VNA

With its diverse tropical forest ecosystem and the rich cultural heritage of ethnic communities such as the Thai, Mong, Tho, and Kho Mu, western Nghe An is becoming a “magnet” attracting both domestic and international tourists. Beyond spontaneous travel, the region is transforming in line with the green tourism trend, using cultural preservation as a foundation to shape a professional and sustainable tourism brand, contributing to the goal of making tourism a key economic sector of the province. Photo by courtesy/VNA

Vung Ang 2 thermal power plant in the central province of Ha Tinh officially commenced commercial operation of its first generating unit on July 22, 2025. With a capacity of 665 MW and the application of state-of-the-art technology, the plant has contributed more than 254 million kWh of electricity to the national grid after just seven months of operation. It is currently maintaining safe and stable grid connectivity while accelerating the completion of Unit 2. Photo: Hoang Nga – VNA

Ninh Binh currently has 980 OCOP (One Commune One Product) items rated three stars or higher. The province has supported 525 establishments with 828 products to participate in a database system for managing origin traceability, food safety and quality, and supply-demand connectivity. Additionally, 260,000 QR code labels have been provided to 252 organizations and individuals involved in agricultural production and business. These efforts aim to promote digital transformation in production and consumption, enhance competitiveness, and gradually elevate the value of local agricultural products. Photo: Nguyen Lanh – VNA

The Bau Ca Cai mangrove forest in Thuan Phuoc village, Van Tuong commune covers over 100 hectares and is located about 40km northeast of Quang Ngai city center. From 2014 to 2016, the area (a brackish lagoon) was restored and expanded with millions of white mangrove trees under the project “Enhancing resilience to climate change impacts for vulnerable coastal communities in Vietnam,” implemented by the Green Climate Fund (GCF) in coordination with the Vietnamese Government and Quang Ngai province. Visitors can enjoy guided boat tours through the mangrove forest, observe birds and fish, and experience the pristine natural environment. Photo: VNA

In early April, a festive atmosphere spreads across Nua Ngam commune, Dien Bien province, as the Bun Huot Nam Water-Splashing Festival takes place, attracting many locals and visitors. Traditional rituals and joyful water-splashing activities blend together to create a lively cultural setting.

The 16th National Assembly on April 7 elected Le Minh Hung, Politburo member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee, Chairman of the Party Central Committee’s Organisation Commission, and a deputy to the 16th NA as Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam for the 2026–2031 term, with full support from all deputies present at the first session. Following the vote, the new Prime Minister took the oath of office. VNA Photo

National Assembly deputies elected General Secretary of the Vietnam Communist Party Central Committee and NA deputy to the 16th legislature To Lam as State President on the second day of the first session on April 7 morning. Following the vote, the new State President took the oath of office. VNA Photo