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Prime Minister Le Minh Hung, Head of the National Cybersecurity Steering Committee, on August 6, 2026, in Hanoi attended and launched the campaign in response to Vietnam Cybersecurity Day (August 6) under the theme: “For a Humane Cyberspace for Everyone.” Photo: VNA

Recognizing the value of indigenous plant resources and traditional crafts, Hoang Phuc Thang, Director of the Mau Son Ecological Farm Cooperative in Lang Son Province, has brought together local households to develop wild lemon growing areas while preserving the traditional craft of producing A Mui herbal yeast liquor, an OCOP 3-star product. By embracing digital technology and online marketing, this green economic model created by Dao ethnic youth in the Mau Son Mountains has expanded its market nationwide while inspiring innovation and entrepreneurship rooted in their homeland. Photo: Le Dong - VNA

Construction officially began on the 450MW Dau Tieng 5 solar power plant in Duong Minh Chau commune, the southern province of Tay Ninh, on August 4, marking a major step in Vietnam's clean energy transition. With a total investment of 7.774 trillion VND (nearly 296 million USD), the project is currently the largest solar power plant by installed capacity in Tay Ninh. Developed by DT5.1 Energy JSC, a subsidiary of Xuan Cau Holdings, the project will cover about 645 hectares of semi-submerged land around Dau Tieng Reservoir. Since 2018, Xuan Cau Holdings has developed the Dau Tieng 1, Dau Tieng 2 and Dau Tieng 3 solar power plants with a combined capacity of 500MW. Photo: Minh Phu - VNA

Tay Ninh is implementing a restructuring of its public school network to streamline the system, optimize the use of teaching staff and facilities, while ensuring students' right to education and maintaining educational quality. The province plans to reduce the number of existing public educational institutions by 45.41%, equivalent to 440 units. The new arrangement has been designed to meet the operational requirements of the two-tier local government model and the specific conditions of each locality. Photo: Giang Phuong - VNA

Within the framework of the 33rd Diplomatic Conference in Hanoi, Prime Minister Le Minh Hung attended and delivered a keynote address at the plenary session on August 4, 2026. The session was held under the theme: “Diplomacy Serving National Development in the New Context: Breakthrough Thinking – Decisive Action – Tangible Results.” Photo: Duong Giang - VNA

The Party Central Committee's Regulation No. 207-QD/TW on the prohibited acts for Party members has received broad support from officials and Party members in Tay Ninh Province. Many believe that the new regulation supplements and further specifies a wide range of provisions, closely reflecting practical requirements while strengthening discipline, order, and the responsibility of Party members to lead by example. Officials and Party members in Tay Ninh also expect Regulation No. 207-QD/TW to serve as a basis for continuous self-reflection and self-improvement, helping Party members enhance their moral cultivation and contribute to building clean and strong Party organizations capable of meeting the demands of the new development stage. Photo: Thanh Binh - VNA

In line with Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW, the Civil Judgment Enforcement Department of Ho Chi Minh City is accelerating digital transformation by digitizing case files and professional procedures, thereby improving management efficiency and facilitating services for citizens and businesses. Ho Chi Minh City is the first locality nationwide to implement 100% electronic receipts, issuing more than 202,600 e-receipts with total collections exceeding VND 21 trillion. The city has also put into operation a digital platform, integrated notifications via VNeID, and established an Intelligent Operations Center (IOC), moving toward a modern, transparent, and accountable public administration. Photo: Hong Dat - VNA

As an official member of the UNESCO Global Network ofLearning Cities, Hanoi is advancing the development of a learning society byestablishing community learning centers that respond to practical needs. Beyondformal education, the initiative aims to create flexible and diverse learningopportunities closely connected with the daily lives and livelihoods of peopleof all ages. In the initial phase, Hanoi is piloting model community learningcenters in Thanh Liet, Thanh Oai, and Hoai Duc. In addition to expandinglifelong learning opportunities, these centers help improve human resourcequality, promote digital transformation, and support local socio-economicdevelopment, in line with Resolution No. 71-NQ/TW on breakthrough developmentin education and training. Photo: Thanh Tung - VNA

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam, who is head of the Central Steering Committee for Foreign Affairs and International Integration, attended the 33rd Diplomatic Conference in Hanoi on August 1. The event is held under the theme "Promoting the pioneering role and fulfilling the pivotal and enduring mission of Vietnam's diplomacy in the new era'". Photo: Thong Nhat - VNA

Covering nearly 30 hectares, Bau Da wetland forest is home to a rich ecosystem of native flora and fauna. For generations, residents of Hoa Thinh commune, Dak Lak province have relied on the forest for their livelihoods, harvesting aquatic resources while protecting it as a vital ecological asset.

Son La province’s Muong La commune currently has 360 hectares cultivating rice on terraced rice fields. They are the local ethnic minorities’ characteristic way of rice cultivation. Each year from May to late July, during the planting season, the terraced rice fields don a new coat of young green rice plants and the glossy, reflective beauty of water on the fields. Under the sunlight, the terraces shimmer like giant mirrors, reflecting the blue sky, drifting clouds and surrounding green mountains, creating a breathtaking natural landscape that resembles a vast watercolor painting. Photo: Quang Quyet - VNA

The Agency for Domestic Market Management and Development under the Ministry of Industry and Trade, in collaboration with the Lang Son Department of Industry and Trade, organized the “Vietnamese Goods Vitality” program under the theme “Lang Son Corner” at the “Vietnamese Goods Vitality” exhibition and livestream space (62 Trang Tien Street, Hanoi) from July 31 to August 2, 2026. The event showcased Lang Son’s specialty products, including fresh agricultural produce, processed farm products, processed foods, and OCOP products, to consumers in Hanoi. Through on-site exhibitions, direct sales, and livestream sessions on digital platforms, the program enabled enterprises and cooperatives to adopt modern business methods, expand their customer base, strengthen their online brand presence, and enhance multi-channel sales capacity. Photo: Tran Viet - VNA

The Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union Central Committee held a conference in Hanoi on July 31, 2026 to study, learn and disseminate the Resolution of the 13th National Congress of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union for the 2026–2031 term. The conference was held in a hybrid format, combining in-person and online participation, connecting the central venue at the Vietnam Youth Academy with provincial and municipal Youth Union chapters, affiliated Youth Union organizations, public service units under the Central Committee in the central and southern regions, and the Youth Union, Vietnam Youth Federation and Vietnam Students' Association organizations abroad. Photo: Minh Duc - VNA

Aiming to ensure all citizens can access quality healthcare close to home, detect diseases earlier and improve quality of life amid rapid population aging, cities and provinces are adopting reforms to enhance healthcare capacity.

According to the organising committee, throughout August, the Hue Sports Festival will feature 19 sporting events alongside other Autumn Festival activities.

While Phu Quoc was once primarily known for its turquoise waters, white-sand beaches, and beachfront resorts, the island is now attracting visitors with a full-day journey of experiences stretching from morning until night, rather than simply offering a traditional beach holiday.

Health insurance covered around 94.4 million patient visits during the January-June period, similar to the same period last year. Inpatient treatment accounted for 10.3% of total cases, slightly higher than in 2025.

The officers and soldiers of the Quang Ngai Provincial Border Guard Command carry out their mission of safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty over its seas, islands, and borders around the clock. Beyond conducting patrols, maintaining security, combating crime, and preventing illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, Border Guard personnel also work closely with fishermen, village elders, reputable community leaders, and ethnic minority communities to strengthen the “people’s security posture.” Their efforts reflect the close bond between the military and the people in safeguarding the nation’s maritime sovereignty and border security. Photo: Kha Pham - VNA

Nestled in the heart of the Central Highlands, the Dak Nong UNESCO Global Geopark, now part of Lam Dong province, is often described as a vast open-air museum, where outstanding geological, natural and cultural values come together.

Hanoi has long been known for the heritage cachet of a thousand-year-old capital. Hoan Kiem Lake, the Old Quarter, the Temple of Literature, the Thang Long Imperial Citadel and a network of craft villages have given the city a singular pull.