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A preparatory session for the 14th National Party Congresswas held at the National Convention Centre in Ha Noi on January 19. With themotto "Solidarity - Democracy - Discipline - Breakthrough -Development," the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnamis taking place at the National Convention Centre in Hanoi from January 19-25,2026, with the participation of 1,586 delegates representing over 5.6 millionParty members nationwide. VNA Photo

The 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam convened its preparatory session on the morning of January 19 at the National Convention Centre in Hanoi. The Congress will take place from January 19 to 25, 2026 with the participation of 1,586 delegates representing over 5.6 million Party members nationwide.

Delegates visited the photo exhibition “Under the Party’s flag, the nation advances to a new era” organized by the Vietnam News Agency at the National Convention Center in Hanoi on the morning of January 19, 2026, ahead of the preparatory session of the 14th National Party Congress. Photo: VNA

The 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Viet Nam convened its preparatory session at the National Convention Center in Hanoi on the morning of January 19, 2026. The Congress brings together 1,586 delegates representing more than 5.6 million Party members nationwide. The official opening session will take place on the morning of January 20.

From 1946 to 1960, under the leadership of the Communist Party of Vietnam, headed by President Ho Chi Minh, the Vietnamese army and people won a resounding victory in the resistance war against French colonialists. At the same time, they advanced the building of socialism in the North and laid the groundwork for the struggle against the US.

The official motorcade serving the 14th National Party Congress departed from Ba Dinh Square for the National Convention Center in Hanoi on the morning of January 19, 2026. Functional forces conducted escort and traffic control measures to ensure security, safety and smooth traffic flow along the routes. Photo: VNA

To ensure absolute security and safety throughout the 14th National Party Congress held at the National Convention Center (Hanoi), functional forces assigned to serve the Congress have closely coordinated to implement comprehensive and stringent plans and measures at the highest level of readiness, contributing to the overall success of this major political event. Photo: VNA

Amid the vast southern continental shelf of Viet Nam, where waves and winds prevail year-round, DK1 offshore platforms stand firm as special markers of national sovereignty. Hundreds of nautical miles from the mainland, officers and soldiers of the DK1 Battalion under Naval Region 2 remain steadfast at their posts, carrying strong political conviction and placing their full trust in the 14th National Party Congress — a major political event of the entire nation.

A lively lineup of cultural events and festivals has drawn large crowds to Dien Bien in the early days of 2026. This strong start points to robust growth ahead, giving fresh momentum for the province’s tourism to continue gaining ground.

The New York Times – the renowned American newspaper – has placed Vietnam at 34th position in its list of the top 52 global destinations for 2026. Vietnam is recognised as a rapidly evolving tourism hub, offering increasingly diverse and high-quality experiences for travelers.

The Youth Committee of the Bac Ninh Provincial Police on January 17 held a livestream to provide guidance on administrative procedures, disseminate legal knowledge and answer citizens’ questions online, attracting over 10,000 views and shares. Photo: Danh Lam – VNA

Secretary of the Ninh Binh Provincial Party Committee Dang Xuan Phong and a working delegation on January 17 inspected communication activities for the 14th National Party Congress. Photo: Cong Luat – VNA

Officials, Party members and people in Ca Mau province place their trust and expectations in the Party’s strategic orientations and major decisions for the country’s future in the new era. Party members of the Ca Mau provincial Party Committee study Central documents and take part in discussions and feedback, demonstrating a strong sense of responsibility. Photo: Chanh Da – VNA

As evening descends on the Truong Son range, the community cultural house in hamlet 6, Lao Bao commune, Quang Tri province, comes alive with the familiar sounds of traditional instruments Bru–Van Kieu folk songs. In this setting, Ho Van Mang, patiently guiding each lyric, note and rhythm, has become a familiar figure to generations of local youth.

Seen as a symbol of good fortune, prosperity and wealth, red pomelo from Luan Van village, Lam Son commune, Thanh Hoa province, has become a popular choice as the Lunar New Year approaches.

The Party Committee, People’s Council and People’s Committee of Giang Vo ward (Hanoi) on January 16 held a plaque inauguration ceremony for a commemorative project at Thang Long Secondary School to celebrate the 14th National Party Congress and the 96th founding anniversary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (February 3, 1930 – February 3, 2026). Photo: Thanh Tung – VNA

Vessels Truong Sa 01 and Truong Sa 19 set sail from the port of Naval Region 2 Command in Ho Chi Minh City on the morning of January 16, carrying Tet gifts sent by people nationwide to officers and soldiers on duty at the DK1 offshore platforms, naval ships at sea, and in the Con Dao special zone. VNA Photo: Đoàn Mạnh Dương

The mobile application on information and education, and mass mobilisation affairs (TGDV) was launched at a ceremony in Hanoi on January 16. The app, developed by Viettel, serves as the official, unified platform for the information and education, and mass mobilisation sector, helping the public verify information about the Party's policies and guidelines. VNA Photo: Phương Hoa

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on January 16 chaired an online conference with central localities to review the “Quang Trung Campaign,” a lightning-fast effort to rebuild and repair homes damaged by storms and floods in central Vietnam, declaring that the campaign had achieved a “resounding victory.” By December 30, 2025, all 34,759 damaged houses had been fully repaired, while by January 15, 2026, the construction of all 1,597 new houses had been basically completed—more than 45 days ahead of the initial schedule. As a result, 100% of affected households now have new, solid homes in time to welcome the 14th National Party Congress and the Lunar New Year. VNA Photo: Dương Giang