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The “Mobile public service team” model in Dong Phu Ward (Dong Nai city) not only brings local authorities closer to residents but also directly helps vulnerable people, older people and those who are ill resolve administrative procedures at home. Since its launch on May 31, 2026, the mobile public service team has organised seven service rounds, receiving and processing administrative procedures in such areas as land management, civil status, justice, construction, business registration and social protection for 913 citizens. Photo: K Guih - VNA

On sunny days, between around 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., as the sun gradually sets behind the western mountain range, the sunset over the Huong River unfolds like a peaceful and enchanting natural painting, imbued with the poetic charm characteristic of Hue’s ancient capital. At this time, the sky changes from brilliant orange and soft pink hues to deep purple, reflected on the calm and romantic waters. This picturesque scene has become a major attraction for visitors, especially young people who come to admire the sunset and take photos. Photo: Nguyen Ly - VNA

After more than a year of operating under the two-tier local administration model, the Public Administrative Service Point of Phuc Thinh commune in Hanoi has recorded significant improvements in the handling of administrative procedures. Processes have been streamlined, the use of digital technology has been accelerated, and the processing time for applications has been shortened, contributing to improved service quality and greater satisfaction among residents and businesses, while gradually building a more open, transparent and people-oriented public administration. Photo: Van Diep - VNA

The Kim Long Motor Hue JSC (Kim Long Motor) on September 18, 2026 exported its first batch of electric buses to Thailand, marking the Vietnamese automaker’s first shipment of finished buses to an international market and a new step in its export and logistics operations. This is the first batch of finished buses manufactured by Kim Long Motor to be transported to an international market via a dedicated roll-on/roll-off (Ro-Ro) vessel, marking a new development in logistics capacity and port connectivity in the central region. Photo: Nguyen Ly - VNA

Quang Tri province is stepping up coordinated measures to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, determined to join the country in having the European Commission (EC)’s “yellow card” warning lifted at the earliest possible time. Alongside tightening the management of its fishing fleet and strictly handling violations, Quang Tri is also focusing on creating new livelihoods for fishermen as many fishing vessels are no longer eligible to operate offshore, with the aim of developing a transparent, responsible and sustainable fishing sector. Photo: Ta Chuyen - VNA

The Hanoi Association of the Elderly held a ceremony at the Xuan Dinh Ward Culture and Sports Centre, on September 17, 2026, to launch the 2026 Action Month for the Elderly in Hanoi and set a Vietnamese record for the largest dance performance by older people. The event was held to celebrate the success of the 7th National Congress of the Vietnam Association of the Elderly for the 2026-2031 tenure. Photo: VNA

On September 17, 2026, as water levels on the Tich and Bui rivers remained at alert level 3 and complicated flooding conditions continued in Xuan Mai, Phu Nghia, Tran Phu, Quang Bi, Hoa Phu and Phuc Son communes, Hanoi’s authorities and relevant forces urgently implemented response measures to ensure the safety of dykes and the lives of residents in riverside areas. Photo: VNA

Following the motto of “going to every alley, knocking on every door and knowing every person”, young people in border-area Tuyen Lam Commune, Quang Tri Province, have persistently provided hands-on guidance, helping local residents gradually gain confidence and take the initiative in mastering technology. Activities such as “Digital Mass Literacy”, along with hands-on experiences in robotics, AI and STEM/STEAM, also help improve digital skills and inspire a passion for science and creativity among children and young people in border areas. These practical activities are contributing to narrowing the digital divide and building border communities that can proactively adapt to the new era. Photo: Vo Dung - VNA

Coconut palms are a familiar sight across the Mekong Delta. But in the middle of the Tien River, Con En Ecotourism Area in Cu Lao Gieng commune, An Giang province, is home to an unusual garden where coconut palms grow two, three or even dozens of heads, creating striking shapes that attract visitors.

At the beginning of the new school year, the opening drumbeat sounded for the first time at People’s Public Security Cultural School No. 4 in Tay Ninh, marking the start of a new journey for 95 students from disadvantaged backgrounds. They are children of wounded and fallen public security officers, ethnic minority children, and students eligible for social protection who face difficult circumstances. The school will become a shared home where the children are cared for, study, train and confidently nurture their dreams. Photo: Giang Phuong - VNA

On September 14 and 15, 2026, the Mobile Police Regiment No. 9 under the Mobile Police Command deployed around 400 personnel to flood-affected areas in Thanh Hoa and Thanh Phuoc Communes, Tay Ninh Province, where they coordinated with local authorities and residents to urgently harvest and transport rice to safe places. Photo: Bui Giang - VNA

The exhibition at 22 Hang Buom Street offers visitors a chance to discover rare traditional lanterns and toys as part of Hanoi’s Full Moon Festival activities.

Prolonged heavy rains in recent days have submerged and flattened hundreds of hectares of Summer-Autumn rice fields in Quang Ngai Province. Rice has even begun to sprout in some fields, forcing farmers in many localities to leave their crops in the fields and face total losses after a growing season. In areas where the rice can still be salvaged, hundreds of officers, soldiers, militia members and local residents have spent days wading through flooded fields to harvest the rice. Photo: Pham Cuong - VNA

Pham Thi Thanh Tra, Party Central Committee Secretary, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairwoman of the National Steering Committee for the Search, Collection and Identification of Martyrs’ Remains, on September 14, 2026, inspected the implementation of the “500-Day-and-Night Campaign” at the DNA Testing Centre under the Institute of Biology of the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology, and the Military Forensic Institute under the Department of Military Medicine of the Ministry of National Defence. Photo: An Dang - VNA

The Party Committee of Central Party Agencies held a conference on September 14, 2026 to study, learn, thoroughly grasp and implement a number of resolutions and a directive of the Politburo, both in person and online. Photo: VNA

The Central Steering Committee 35, which is tasked withprotecting the Party’s ideological foundation and fighting wrongful and hostileviews, held a conference in Hanoi on September 14 to review its performance in thethird quarter of 2026 and outline key tasks for the remaining months of theyear. Politburo member, Standing member of the Party Central Committee’sSecretariat and Head of the Central Steering Committee 35 Tran Cam Tu chairedthe conference. Photo: Phuong Hoa – VNA

Amid prolonged heavy rains, rising river and stream levels, and the risk of flash floods and landslides in many border areas, the Quang Tri Border Guard Command has implemented response measures under the “four on-the-spot” motto, maintaining personnel and vehicles on 24-hour standby. Local teams have stepped up inspections of areas at risk of landslides, flooding and isolation, while coordinating with local authorities to disseminate information and encourage residents to take preventive measures and be ready for evacuation when necessary. As of noon on September 13, 2026, the Lao Bao International Border Gate Border Guard Station and the A Vao Border Guard Station had coordinated efforts to evacuate 143 households, comprising 460 people, from dangerous areas to safe shelters at the units. Photo by courtesy/VNA

In Phu Long B Village, Pu Nhi Commune, Dien Bien Province,terraced rice fields create a distinctive highlight amid the mountainouslandscape. The fields curve along the hillsides, forming graceful, continuouslines. Particularly striking is a circular field with multiple concentrictiers, cultivated by local people over many years. Amid the green and goldenhues of the rice, small huts scattered among the fields create a rustic andtranquil setting. With its unique, culturally rich landscape that changes withthe seasons, Pu Nhi’s terraced rice fields are emerging as a promisingdestination, contributing new tourism products and attractions to Dien Bien.Photo: Xuan Tu - VNA

Nghe An province is home to more than 900 medicinal plant species, many of which have significant practical and economic value. With diverse soil conditions and advantages in indigenous medicinal plants, the province is gradually developing high-value commercial products. Linking growing areas with deep processing, OCOP product development and tourism not only helps increase local incomes but also contributes to conserving valuable genetic resources and protecting forests, paving the way for medicinal plants to become a “green key” to sustainable economic development. Photo: Bich Hue - VNA

Following its merger, Can Tho city has a large female population, with 106 affiliated units, 1,230 hamlet and neighborhood branches, more than 930,100 women aged 18 and above, and over 647,600 members. In response to new practical requirements, the Can Tho Women’s Union has focused on renewing its operating methods to make them more flexible and closely connected with local communities, while improving the quality of its officials at all levels. It has also implemented various solutions to help members and women access preferential loans, develop household economies, start businesses and participate effectively in the collective economic sector. Photo: Nguyen Hang - VNA