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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.

Pristine beauty of geological wonder in Da Nang dazzles visitors

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

Vietnam News Agency launches first digital-specialised information platform

National Press Festival 2026 opens in Hai Phong

Building “drug-free communes” in the highlands of Lao Cai

Localities in Lao Cai province have been implementing various measures to build drug-free communes and wards. With flexible and effective approaches, many areas have achieved positive results, notably the highland commune of Khao Mang. Photo: Dinh Thuy – VNA

Suoi Giang’s Shan Tuyet tea rises from local heritage to national brand

With favourable natural conditions, a long history of cultivation, and a development orientation under the One Commune One Product (OCOP) programme, Suoi Giang’s Shan Tuyet tea is steadily enhancing its value and expanding its market reach.

Quang Ngai: Library innovation helps promote reading culture in schools

Schools in Quang Ngai are promoting library innovation by combining modern digital models with friendly traditional spaces. Breakthroughs from digital libraries enable students to access knowledge flexibly, while national-standard libraries foster a direct reading habit. With guidance from the education sector, this ecosystem helps strongly promote a reading culture and build sustainable self-learning habits among the younger generation. Photo: Dinh Huong – VNA

Ca Mau applies science and technology in forest management and protection

Ca Mau is one of the localities with the largest forest areas in the Mekong Delta, covering more than 95,365 hectares (including over 42,185 hectares of special-use and protection forests and more than 53,180 hectares of production forests). The province is gradually promoting the application of science and technology in forest management and protection, as well as in safeguarding its distinctive mangrove and freshwater forest ecosystems in Vietnam’s southernmost region, meeting the requirements for sustainable development in the new period. Photo: Vu Sinh – VNA

Preserving cultural essence of Khmer community through free language classes

Many Khmer Theravada Buddhist pagodas in the border areas of An Giang province regularly organise free Khmer language classes for local residents and children. Monks serve not only as teachers but also as cultural custodians, connecting younger generations with their roots through each written character. These classes go beyond language instruction, acting as a bridge between past and future, inspiring a desire among Khmer youth in the southwestern region of Vietnam to preserve their cultural identity. Photo: Cong Mao – VNA

Vietnam emerges as Southeast Asia’s top travel hotspot in 2026

In the first quarter of 2026, Vietnam posted the fastest tourism growth in the region, welcoming 6.76 million international arrivals, up 12.4% year-on-year. Key markets such as China, the Republic of Korea and Taiwan continued to underpin demand.

Special journey towards nation’s seas and islands

After seven days at sea, covering more than 1,000 nautical miles, the 2026 mission of Delegation No. 9 to visit the Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelago and DK I platforms has concluded, leaving deep impressions on its members of a special journey towards the nation’s seas and islands. Photo: Xuan Quy – VNA

Con Co – ‘green gem’ awakening in the open sea

Off the eastern coast of Quang Tri province, Con Co Island, once dubbed the “steel island” during wartime, has taken on a new appearance, greener and more tranquil.

Hue National School reflects enduring elegance of imperial city

The enduring charm of Hue National School, with more than a century of history, continues to captivate generations of students, as well as local residents and visitors to the former imperial capital.

NA Chairman attends IPU-152 opening, addresses policy dialogue promoting Vietnam–Türkiye cooperation

Chairman of the National Assembly Tran Thanh Man and a high-ranking delegation of Vietnam attended the opening ceremony of the 152nd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU-152), themed “Nurturing Hope, Securing Peace and Ensuring Justice for Future Generations”, in Istanbul, Türkiye, on April 15 evening.

Hung Yen launches peak campaign to issue ID cards and level-2 e-identification accounts for pupils

From April 7 to May 15, 2026, the Hung Yen provincial Police are launching a peak campaign to issue ID cards and level-2 electronic identification accounts for students aged from 6 to under 14. The province currently has more than 436,500 citizens in this age group, including 237,176 students who already have ID cards but have not registered for e-identification accounts, and 199,393 students who have completed neither procedure. Photo: Dinh Van Nhieu – VNA

Can Tho boosts straw mushroom cultivation

Straw mushroom cultivation has recently developed strongly in Can Tho city. Thanks to high market demand, this activity not only generates stable income but also creates jobs for idle labourers, while making use of agricultural by-products after harvest. Photo: Thu Hien – VNA

PM urges aligning emulation, commendation with double-digit growth target

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on April 15 chaired the first meeting of the Central Emulation and Commendation Council for the 2026–2031 term, outlining key priorities and calling for stronger alignment between emulation movements and the country’s ambition of achieving sustainable double-digit economic growth.

Ca Mau police promote digital transformation to better serve people

Ca Mau provincial police have actively applied information technology and promoted digital transformation across various fields, contributing to administrative reform and enabling citizens and businesses to access social services more conveniently, quickly, and efficiently. Photo: Trung Hieu – VNA

Applying AI to protect “green resources” on Ly Son island

The Management Board of the Ly Son Marine Protected Area (central Quang Ngai province) has pioneered the application of artificial intelligence (AI) and Phototransect technology to monitor coral reefs. Through the Reefcloud.ai platform, transferred from the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS), underwater image data are accurately analyzed by AI, enabling the creation of digital marine environmental maps and timely forecasting of ecosystem changes. This demonstrates Vietnam’s technological mastery in sustainable marine conservation. Photo: Phan Phuong – VNA

National conference disseminates resolution of 14th Party Central Committee’s 2nd session

The Politburo and the Secretariat of the Party Central Committee convened a national conference in Hanoi on April 13 to study, disseminate and implement the resolution of the second session of the 14th Party Central Committee. Party General Secretary and State President To Lam attended and delivered a keynote address. VNA Photo

Peaceful Cai Rang floating market in Can Tho

Cai Rang floating market carries with it a peaceful, tranquil atmosphere, completely different from its busy and vibrant scene with boats up and down the river during its golden years. Logistics and roads have been developed, creating convenient transportation and a new way for locals to do business. As a result, the number of boats and canoes has gradually decreased over time. However, Cai Rang floating market now emerges with unique beauty: rustic and dreamy, unlike anywhere else. Photo: Duy Khuong - VNA

Positioning community-based tourism brand in western Nghe An

With its diverse tropical forest ecosystem and the rich cultural heritage of ethnic communities such as the Thai, Mong, Tho, and Kho Mu, western Nghe An is becoming a “magnet” attracting both domestic and international tourists. Beyond spontaneous travel, the region is transforming in line with the green tourism trend, using cultural preservation as a foundation to shape a professional and sustainable tourism brand, contributing to the goal of making tourism a key economic sector of the province. Photo by courtesy/VNA

Vung Ang 2 thermal power plant - New driver for national energy security

Vung Ang 2 thermal power plant in the central province of Ha Tinh officially commenced commercial operation of its first generating unit on July 22, 2025. With a capacity of 665 MW and the application of state-of-the-art technology, the plant has contributed more than 254 million kWh of electricity to the national grid after just seven months of operation. It is currently maintaining safe and stable grid connectivity while accelerating the completion of Unit 2. Photo: Hoang Nga – VNA

Ninh Binh digitizes production to enhance value of local agricultural products

Ninh Binh currently has 980 OCOP (One Commune One Product) items rated three stars or higher. The province has supported 525 establishments with 828 products to participate in a database system for managing origin traceability, food safety and quality, and supply-demand connectivity. Additionally, 260,000 QR code labels have been provided to 252 organizations and individuals involved in agricultural production and business. These efforts aim to promote digital transformation in production and consumption, enhance competitiveness, and gradually elevate the value of local agricultural products. Photo: Nguyen Lanh – VNA