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Cu Lao Gieng commune (An Giang Province) is home to a unique complex of religious architecture, a diverse ecosystem, and traditional craft villages that embody the cultural identity of the Mekong Delta. Leveraging these inherent advantages, the province is implementing various initiatives to promote community-based ecotourism as well as cultural and spiritual tourism. Photo: Thanh Sang - VNA

In early August, floods brought devastation and loss to many villages in Dien Bien province. Amid the immense hardships, soldiers and public security officers braving danger to enter flood zones, clear roads, and help clean up homes have become a source of great support for residents striving to overcome adversity and return to normal life. Photo: Phan Quân – VNA

Nestled in the serene landscape of Bac Ninh province, Vinh Nghiem Pagoda has withstood the test of time for over 700 years, preserving its status as a revered cultural and spiritual sanctuary. The pagoda, also known for its breathtaking architecture and rich history, draws visitors who seek both exploration and worship. Vinh Nghiem Pagoda is part of the massive Yen Tu-Vinh Nghiem-Con Son, Kiep Bac complex that has recently been recognised by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage site. VNA Photo: Danh Lam

The Department of Home Affairs of Dien Bien Province is urgently finalizing procedures to recommend the Prime Minister and the provincial People’s Committee Chairman to award a Certificate of Merit to Mua A Thi (26 years old), the Chief of Hang Pu Xi Village, Xa Dung Commune, Dien Bien Province, for his decisive, wise and courageous actions in rescuing people during a recent flash flood. Photo: Xuan Tu – VNA

Nestled amidst the emerald hills of Lao Cai province inVietnam, Ta Van village emerges as a hidden gem, inviting wanderers into aworld where time seems to stand still. The landscape here is defined by greenrice terraces and flowing streams – all of which create a tranquil,postcard-worthy setting. Ta Van is home to a harmonious blend of ethnicminority groups, most notably the H’mong, Giay, and Red Dao people. Walkingthrough Ta Van, you’ll often find traditional wooden stilt houses, colorfulbrocade weaving, and locals greeting visitors with warm smiles and heartfelthospitality. VNA Photo: Hương Thu

Four weeks after officially launching the two-tier local administrative model, many districts in Ho Chi Minh City have introduced creative initiatives to better serve residents handling administrative procedures. In Thu Duc Ward, initiatives such as piloting service robots, establishing free legal advisory points, and assisting elderly residents with online public services demonstrate a clear shift toward a citizen-centric administration, improving satisfaction. Photo: Huu Duyen – VNA

The mats from Phu Tan village are durable and skillfully woven by the talented hands of artisans, preserving the unique traditional cultural beauty of the O Loan region in Dak Lak province. This traditional mat weaving craft, which has an over a century history, not only provides livelihoods but also serves as a cultural heritage, the “soul of the countryside” for the local people. VNA Photo: Khánh Hòa

High-tech and clean agriculture are becoming the preferred production methods for many farmers in the former Quang Ngai Province. The province currently has over 200 hectares of fruit and vegetable cultivation certified under VietGap standards. Numerous facilities applying advanced technologies to fruit and vegetable production have obtained 18 domestic planting area codes and one export code; over 200 agricultural value chains have been established and developed. Notably, many clean and organic agricultural products from cooperatives have secured a place in the market, providing farmers with stable employment and income. Photo: Hai Au – VNA

Ban Co Peak sits atop Son Tra Mountain, about 8 kilometers from downtown Da Nang, with an elevation of nearly 700 meters above sea level. From the peak, Da Nang appears charming and picturesque, dotted with towering commercial buildings, iconic bridges, and fishing boats gently drifting across the sea…All combine to create a breathtaking panorama that resembles a vivid painting of natural and urban harmony. Photo: Trong Dat – VNA

Due to flooding caused by the circulation of Typhoon Wipha in western communes of Nghe An province, Nghe An Power Company (PC Nghe An) has mobilized all available resources to promptly inspect, repair, and restore the electrical grid in affected areas. The company is determined to restore power as quickly as possible to help residents return to normal life. Photo by courtesy/VNA

Nam Yang Agricultural and Service Cooperative (Kon Gang commune, Gia Lai province), which brings together over 100 members cultivating more than 80 hectares of pepper, including 30 hectares certified organic by the USDA (United States), has successfully developed the Le Chi pepper brand for export. The products are highly appreciated by partners in Japan and Europe, contributing to making Gia Lai pepper a key agricultural product with high added value, increasing farmers’ incomes, and affirming the reputation of Vietnamese agricultural goods in the global market. Photo: Hong Diep – VNA

As part of the comprehensive reform of the political system, Hung Yen province has adopted numerous innovative and people-centric approaches. One notable example is the “1+10 Clever Mass Mobilization” model, widely implemented in villages and residential areas. This initiative has fostered a strong bond between the Party and the people, embodying the spirit of “the people know, discuss, act, supervise, inspect, and benefit.” Photo: The Duyet - VNA

From once low-yield rice and vegetable fields, many farmers in My Hoa Hung commune, An Giang province, are now shifting to high-tech melon cultivation in greenhouses. A notable example is the model of Huynh Ngoc Dien’s family in My An 2 hamlet, who converted 1,400 square meters of rice land into a melon farm. The shift has brought her a stable livelihood, with income 4–5 times higher than before. Photo: Thanh Sang – VNA

Tram Chim National Park is one of the most prominent ecotourism destinations in Dong Thap province, covering more than 7,000 hectares. It features a diverse vegetation system with over 130 different species, including characteristic plant communities such as lotus, wild rice, Eleocharis, Lepironia, melaleuca forests and marshes, all interwoven across the landscape. The park’s fauna is particularly notable for its wetland birds, with 233 species across 25 genera and 49 families. Photo: An Hieu – VNA

Bo Da pagoda in Van Ha ward, Bac Ninh province is home to a garden of 100 towers, regarded as the largest and most beautiful of its kind in Vietnam. VNA Photo: Danh Lam

The central city of Da Nang has decided to preserve natural forests right in the heart of the city. Da Nang is currently the only locality in the country that owns three special-use forests: Ba Na - Nui Chua Nature Reserve, Son Tra Nature Reserve and Nam Hai Van Landscape Protection Area. According to statistics from the Da Nang City Forest Protection Department, in this ecological areas, nearly 1,700 species of plants and 443 species of animals have been recorded, a rare biodiversity density in urban areas of Vietnam. These forests are a place where people find balance, a commitment to the relationship between development and conservation. Photo: VNA

Amidst the highly complex developments of Tropical Storm Wipha, the third entering the East Sea this year, residents in the northern and central provinces have proactively implemented measures to respond to the storm in order to minimise damage. Localities were urged to implement the evacuation plan for residents living in river mouth areas, coastal zones, residential areas near riverbanks, and those living or working on riverbanks or in areas at risk of landslides or unsafe conditions, moving them to safe shelters before 12pm on July 21. Photo: VNA

Nghe An province shares over 460 kilometers of land border with Laos In recent years, in addition to effectively performing border guard duties, officers and soldiers at border units have worked together to develop and implement various practical models to support local people in socio-economic development, ensure national defense and security, maintain public order, and safeguard the sovereignty and security of border areas. Photo by courtesy/VNA

From a barren hilly area, Then Van So, an ethnic Han resident of Lung Buong hamlet, Thuan Hoa commune, Tuyen Quang province, boldly transformed the land to cultivate red-flesh dragon fruit. After eight years of perseverance, the model now generates hundreds of millions of VND in annual income, helping his family escape poverty and achieve prosperity—becoming a shining example of overcoming hardship and building wealth in the local community. Photo: Đức Thọ – VNA