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An Giang pushes green overhaul of Phu Quoc for APEC 2027

With more than 137 trillion VND (over 5 billion) earmarked for APEC-related investments, Phu Quoc is positioning itself not only as the host of a global event, but as a pioneering net-zero island, aspiring to become a “Green lighthouse” that inspires sustainable development across the region and the world.

Vietnamese in Thailand expect stronger bilateral ties

Late artist Ngo Manh Lan celebrated with top honour at De Men Children Awards

Vietnam in international MVs: From visual appeal to tourism potential

Vietnam Children’s Picture Book Festival to open in Ho Chi Minh City

Hue to offer immersive night tour of imperial heritage

Elaborately staged, the programme vividly recreates the royal court at night through a series of artistic performances and immersive experiences. It opens with a guard-changing ceremony at Ngo Mon (Noon Gate), combined with cannon-fire effects to mark the opening of the palace.

Tourist arrivals in Hue surge, further growth expected

During the period, the city has welcomed more than 1.9 million visitors, up 31.3% year-on-year. Of the total, international arrivals exceeded 843,000, rising 26.7%, while domestic visitors reached over 1.05 million, up 35.2% compared with the same period last year.

Child protection, support programme in cyberspace approved

The programme aims to achieve the objectives of strengthening child protection while promoting their healthy and positive development, and enhancing their digital capacity in the context of national digital transformation, thus contributing to the formation of a generation of Vietnamese “digital citizens” in the new situation.

Vietnamese travellers favour nearby overseas trips, unique experiences for April 30 holiday

According to travel firms and online booking platforms, tourists are shifting away from conventional leisure holidays towards wellness-focused journeys, personalised experiences, and trips that strengthen connections with family and friends.

Unique natural splendour of Hang Rai in Nui Chua National Park

Hang Rai (meaning “otter cave”) is located within the Nui Chua World Biosphere Reserve in Vinh Hai commune, in the south-central coastal province of Khanh Hoa. It stands out as one of the most remarkable natural landmarks of Nui Chua National Park, famed for its ancient fossilised coral reefs of striking shapes set against a backdrop of majestic coastal mountains.

Australian website spotlights the spirit of Vietnam along the Mekong

Australian website The Sydney Morning Herald on March 21 run an article titled “The Spirit of Vietnam bursts into life a long the Mekong” by travel writer Tim Richards, in which he expresses his enjoyment of experiencing a week-long journey along the Mekong River from Vietnam to Cambodia.

Nearly 17,000 join Olympic Run Day for public health, national security in Hanoi

Nearly 17,000 people took part in the 2026 Olympic Run Day for public health and national security in Hanoi on March 22, marking the largest edition of the event to date.

Nationwide energy-saving campaign launched in response to Earth Hour

The Ministry of Industry and Trade held a launch ceremony on March 21 for the programme “All people use energy efficiently and respond to Earth Hour 2026."

Vietnam calls for collective action on water, air, climate and sustainable future

Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Le Cong Thanh underscored that water, climate, and energy are fundamental pillars of sustainable development. In Vietnam, water resources and weather patterns influence every aspect of life, from food and water security to livelihoods, ecosystem stability, and economic growth.

Pho Festival 2026 connects domestic, foreign food enthusiasts

Running through March 22 at Thien Truong pedestrian street in Thien Truong ward, the festival pulls in artisans, businesses, researchers and food enthusiasts from Vietnam and abroad.

Int'l visitors to Vietnam up over 18% in first two months of 2026

In the first two months of 2026, Vietnam welcomed nearly 4.7 million international visitors, up 18.1% compared to the same period last year, according to the National Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance.

Festival highlights “pho” as living cultural heritage

As part of Pho Festival 2026, a two-day tour and hands-on experience of the pho craft took place on March 18–19 in Van Cu village, Nam Dong commune, Ninh Binh province. The programme drew visitors back to the roots of Vietnam’s iconic dish.

Ta Pa Pagoda: Serene gem in Mekong Delta's mountainous region

Nestled on the slopes of Ta Pa Mountain in Tri Ton district, the Mekong Delta province of An Giang, Ta Pa Pagoda stands out as a distinctive Khmer pagoda, showcasing traditional Khmer Theravada Buddhist architecture.

Vinh Long farmers enhance value of sweet plum mango

Identifying sweet plum mango as a high-value crop, farmers in Dong Thanh ward, the Mekong Delta province of Vinh Long have actively learned and applied advanced techniques in cultivation and flowering control in recent years.

Vietnam performs first-ever domino multi-organ transplant

Vietnam has successfully carried out its first domino multi-organ transplant, a landmark medical achievement that underscores the country’s rapidly advancing organ transplantation expertise

Vietnam, India strengthen cooperation on religion, ethnic minority affairs

Vietnam’s view is that unity among ethnic groups is a strategic issue within the broader framework of national solidarity. Stability is an important foundation for sustainable and faster development.

“Vietnamese Goods Vitality” event boosts domestic consumption, digital outreach

The event is among a series of initiatives planned for 2026 to stimulate the consumption of locally made products. Beyond serving as a showcase for goods, it is designed as a platform connecting businesses, consumers and key opinion leaders (KOLs), thereby enhancing the visibility of Vietnamese brands amid rapid digital transformation.

Vietnam Airlines, Pacific Airlines named official carriers of Hue Festival 2026

Under the agreement, the two airlines will provide support worth more than 1.1 billion VND (nearly 42,000 USD), helping to improve connectivity and promote the image of the former imperial capital to domestic and international visitors. They will assist in transporting international art troupes, delegates, invited guests and personnel participating in the festival's activities.

VNA wins B prize at Hanoi Party-building journalism awards

The authors - Vu Quang Dan, Nguyen Van Thang, Nguyen Thi Cuc, Nguyen Thi Tuyet Mai and Do Phuong Anh - won the prize for their work titled “Imprint of a tenure: Aspiration for new heights”.

Hung Kings Temple Festival to feature Muong culture for first time

The Muong culture showcase at Hung Kings Temple Festival 2026 will include the re-enactment of traditional rituals, folk songs, gong performances, and daily life. This is expected to enrich the festival while offering visitors deeper insight into the spiritual life of communities in Vietnam’s midland regions.