Prime Minister attends plenary session of 33rd diplomatic conference

Prime Minister attends plenary session of 33rd diplomatic conference

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
Ninh Binh builds consensus in rearranging villages and residential groups

Ninh Binh builds consensus in rearranging villages and residential groups

Ninh Binh currently has 4,482 villages and residential groups. After reviewing and developing a rearrangement plan, the number of villages and residential groups is expected to decrease to around 1,500, reducing nearly 3,000 units compared with the current figure. The rearrangement has received support and consensus from local residents as many old village names have been restored, in line with historical traditions, cultural values and the collective memories of communities. Photo: Nguyen Lanh - VNA
2025 National Press Awards Ceremony

2025 National Press Awards Ceremony

Chairman of the National Assembly (NA) Tran Thanh Man attended the 20th National Press Awards Ceremony at Hoa Phuong Do theater in Hai Phong city on June 21 evening. The ceremony is a special highlight of the commemorative activities celebrating the 101st anniversary of Viet Nam Revolutionary Press Day. This year, the National Press Awards Council selected 123 outstanding works for recognition, including 11 first prizes, 26 second prizes, 50 third prizes, and 36 consolation prizes across 13 award categories. The honoured works vividly reflect major national issues, helping to build social consensus and strengthen public confidence. VNA Photo
Vietnam’s largest collector of printed newspapers

Vietnam’s largest collector of printed newspapers

Vietnam’s largest collector of printed newspapers, Nguyen Phi Dung of Ninh Binh province, owns more than 400,000 newspaper copies from over 1,000 newspaper titles, including more than 100 titles published in Vietnam before 1954. In 2024, he was recognised by the Vietnam Records Organisation for having the country’s largest collection of printed newspapers published from the late 19th century to the present day. Photo: Minh Quyet - VNA
Promoting Vietnam’s image on digital journalism ecosystem

Promoting Vietnam’s image on digital journalism ecosystem

The Vietnam News Agency Journalists’ Association Chapter hosted a discussion session themed “Promoting Vietnam’s image on the digital journalism ecosystem” in Hai Phong on June 20, 2026 within the framework of the National Press Forum of the 2026 National Press Festival. Photo: An Dang - VNA
Con Dao named world’s top hidden island destination

Con Dao named world’s top hidden island destination

According to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism, Con Son, the largest island in the Con Dao archipelago, is renowned for its dramatic granite cliffs, pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters off Vietnam’s southeastern coast.
100-year-old traditional brocade weaving craft of Cham People in An Giang

100-year-old traditional brocade weaving craft of Cham People in An Giang

Along the tranquil Chau Doc River, the Cham village of Chau Phong (Chau Phong commune, An Giang province) still preserves a traditional brocade weaving craft that is over a hundred years old. From time-worn hand looms, Cham artisans diligently create vibrant brocade fabrics, deeply rooted in their ethnic cultural identity. Besides preserving the traditional craft, the villagers also create many products to serve tourism needs such as scarves, bags, clothing, and souvenirs. The combination of preserving cultural heritage with developing community tourism has helped the village attract visitors eager to observe the weaving process, learn about Cham traditions, and purchase handmade products directly from local artisans. This approach has helped generate stable incomes for families while encouraging younger generations to remain connected to their heritage. VNA Photo: Thanh Sang
Vietnam News Agency launches first digital-specialised information platform

Vietnam News Agency launches first digital-specialised information platform

The Vietnam News Agency (VNA) on June 19 officially launched “Chuyen dong so” (Digital Transformation Updates), its first specialised information platform dedicated to science, technology, innovation and digital transformation. Unveiled at the 2026 National Press Festival in Hai Phong city, the new platform, available at http://chuyendongso.vnanet.vn, was introduced as part of the agency's efforts to implement Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW issued by the Politburo on December 22, 2024, on breakthroughs in science and technology development, innovation and national digital transformation. VNA Photo: Minh Quyết
National Press Festival 2026 opens in Hai Phong

National Press Festival 2026 opens in Hai Phong

The National Press Festival 2026 officially opened in the northern port city of Hai Phong on June 19 under the theme "Vietnamese journalism – Loyalty, Creativity, Responsibility in the New Era", drawing around 1,000 delegates from across the country. VNA Photo
Hanoi markets bustling on the Doan Ngo Festival

Hanoi markets bustling on the Doan Ngo Festival

From early morning on June 19, 2026 (the 5th day of the fifth lunar month), many Hanoi residents visited traditional markets to buy sticky rice wine, fruits and other offerings for incense rituals during the Doan Ngo (Mid-year Lunar) Festival. Photo: Khanh Hoa - VNA
Nha Trang summer tourism enriched by rural cultural experiences

Nha Trang summer tourism enriched by rural cultural experiences

Summer marks the busiest season for tourism in Nha Trang in the south-central coastal province of Khanh Hoa. Beyond its crystal-clear waters, white sandy beaches and world-famous bays, a growing number of cultural tourism products are offering visitors fresh and memorable experiences.
Scenic views of Lak Lake (Dak Lak)

Scenic views of Lak Lake (Dak Lak)

Lak Lake in Lien Son Lak Commune (Dak Lak) is the largest and most beautiful natural freshwater lake in Vietnam’s Central Highlands. The lake is also associated with the epics of the indigenous M'Nong people, including the legend of the orphan Lak Lieng and the sacred eel, a symbol of water and life for local villages. Photo: Kha Pham - VNA
Phong Ba blossoms: Symbol of resilience on Ly Son island

Phong Ba blossoms: Symbol of resilience on Ly Son island

Clusters of delicate white blossoms stand out against the dark green foliage of the “phong ba” tree (Heliotropium foertherianum), creating a striking landscape on Ly Son island. The hardy coastal species is widely regarded as a symbol of the resilience and enduring spirit of Vietnam’s island communities.
Exhibition honours Vietnamese women’s journey of resilience, global integration

Exhibition honours Vietnamese women’s journey of resilience, global integration

Organised within the framework of the 14th National Congress of the Vietnam Women's Union (VWU), the exhibition underscores the enduring role of women as a key force in struggles for national independence, post-war reconstruction, and socio-economic development, while reaffirming their growing position in the era of integration and globalisation.
14th National Congress of the Vietnam Women's Union kicks off

14th National Congress of the Vietnam Women's Union kicks off

The 14th National Congress of the Vietnam Women's Union (VWU) for the term 2026-2031 kicked off on June 18 morning at the National Convention Centre in Hanoi. Held under the theme "Unity - Courage - Compassion - Creativity - Development”, the congress welcomes 793 official delegates, all exemplary women representing various social strata, ethnic groups, religions and fields of work. Photo: VNA
  Party, State leader attends 8th National Congress of Vietnam War Veterans' Association  

Party, State leader attends 8th National Congress of Vietnam War Veterans' Association  

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and State President To Lam attended and delivered a speech at the opening of the 8th National Congress of the Vietnam War Veterans' Association (VWVA) for the 2026-2031 term, in Hanoi on June 17. The congress brought together 456 delegates representing more than three million war veterans nationwide. Photo: VNA
Party, State leader meets outstanding journalists

Party, State leader meets outstanding journalists

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam on June16 encouraged the press to continue accompanying the country’s priority tasksthrough constructive reporting that accurately identifies problems, analysescauses and proposes appropriate solutions. The top leader made the remarks at ameeting with 101 outstanding journalists who have won National Press Awardsover the years, held ahead of the 101st anniversary of Vietnam RevolutionaryPress Day (June 21, 1925–2026). Photo: Van Diep - VNA
Footsteps in search of fallen soldiers

Footsteps in search of fallen soldiers

In response to the 500-Day Campaign for searching and repatriating the remains of fallen soldiers, officers and soldiers of the Tuyen Quang Provincial Team for Searching and Recovering Martyrs’ Remains are actively conducting missions to locate the remains of soldiers who sacrificed their lives during the defense of the northern border. Despite numerous challenges caused by the passage of time, rugged terrain, and significant landscape changes over decades, every piece of information from archival records, martyrs’ relatives, veterans, and local residents, no matter how small, is carefully collected, studied, cross-checked, and verified to clarify potential leads. Regardless of harsh weather conditions, driven by a sacred responsibility to the Party, the State, the People, and the families of fallen heroes, the officers and soldiers remain committed to field investigations, meeting witnesses, reviewing evidence, and verifying information to ensure searches are conducted at the correct locations. Their efforts reflect dedication, responsibility, and profound gratitude to comrades who sacrificed their lives for the Fatherland, with the hope of bringing them home to their comrades, families, and homeland. Photo: Hoang Hieu – VNA