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Da Nang: Satellite hospitals prove effective at grassroots level

The model is an important component of the roadmap to turn Da Nang into a specialised medical centre for the central and Central Highlands regions, with a number of key specialties, in line with the spirit of Politburo Resolution No. 72-NQ/TW dated September 9, 2025, on breakthrough solutions to strengthen the protection, care and improvement of people's health.

Ho Chi Minh City digitises 99.4% of hospital records

As of July 2026, 163 of the city's 164 hospitals, or 99.4%, adopted electronic medical records, the report said. About 64% of public hospitals and 65% of private hospitals now run the technology across their entire operations

ST25 rice officially enters Selgros wholesale supermarket chain in Germany

The placement of ST25 rice on Selgros shelves not only creates an additional opportunity for German consumers to access Vietnamese rice products, but also contributes to efforts to increase the added value of Vietnamese agricultural products by shifting the focus from volume to quality, branding and value.

Ho Chi Minh City launches psychological, social support places for children, families

In its initial phase, the office will focus on providing psychological support for children and families facing difficulties, while gradually expanding its network of experts and support services.

Government adopts action programme on environmental protection, climate resilience

The programme aims to translate the Party's orientations into concrete actions while strengthening environmental governance, enhancing climate resilience, and promoting a green, circular and low-carbon economy. It will serve as the basis for ministries, sectors and localities to formulate implementation plans for the 2026–2030 period, with a vision to 2045.

Colourful street carnival brings vibrant spirit to Khanh Hoa Sea Festival 2026

Held at April 2 Square and along Tran Phu street under the theme “Symphony of the Blue Sea – A Convergence of Colours”, the event featured 10 elaborately decorated parade floats and more than 1,500 artists, performers, artisans and beauty queens.

Da Nang's centuries-old craft villages enrich visitor experiences to boost tourism

Da Nang is home to nearly 70 craft villages and traditional craft villages, along with around 3,000 craft establishments; many of these have become popular tourist attractions.

Vietnam’s domestic carbon exchange launched

The carbon exchange creates a mechanism that enables businesses to optimise emission-reduction costs through trading emission quotas and carbon credits, encourages technological innovation, and supports sustainable development while maintaining the principle of not sacrificing the environment for economic growth.

Vietnam ready to launch domestic carbon exchange

The launch marks a major milestone in the development of Vietnam's carbon market, contributing to implementing the country's commitments to greenhouse gas emissions reduction, and accelerating the green transition and promoting low-carbon economic growth.

Efforts stepped up to modernise grassroots healthcare, improve service quality

One of the resolution’s key priorities is to continue improving healthcare services by placing people at the centre, while enhancing grassroots healthcare capacity and accelerating digital transformation.

ASEAN Future Forum: Vietnam at forefront of advancing ASEAN-centred regional architecture

Thayer observed that Vietnam is increasingly emerging as a regional hub not only for manufacturing but also for diplomacy, supported by an expanding network of international partnerships. In his view, AFF 2026 represents an open and forward-looking agenda in which Vietnam acts as a trailblazer, proposing and advancing new ideas for regional cooperation.

Ho Chi Minh City brings quality healthcare closer to underserved communities

Ho Chi Minh City is pioneering efforts to expand access to quality healthcare by deploying doctors and extending hospital services to remote and island areas, as part of its push toward universal health coverage.

A long-term strategy for a healthier Vietnam

Resolution No. 72-NQ/TW of the Politburo underscores the pivotal role of physical exercise and sports as a breakthrough solution, shifting the mindset from “treatment” to “proactive health protection and improvement.” It is seen as a “golden key” to enhancing the physical fitness and health of the Vietnamese people.

Ministry establishes monitoring framework for carbon market

Under a new circular, the exchange of greenhouse gas emission quotas and carbon credits is conducted on the domestic carbon credit exchange through the carbon trading system, which is interconnected with the national registration system.

Ha Long Carnaval 2026 affirms cultural industry development mindset

More than a vibrant festival, Ha Long Carnaval 2026 served as a vivid demonstration of efforts to implement Resolution No. 80-NQ/TW of the Politburo on the development of Vietnamese culture, reaffirming Quang Ninh’s evolving mindset of turning heritage into a powerful internal resource to drive breakthroughs in cultural industries in a new era.