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Da Nang proves Lonely Planet right as Asia’s must visit summer destination

According to Lonely Planet, Da Nang stands out for its harmonious blend of beautiful beaches, an energetic yet relaxed lifestyle, a rich culinary scene and a diverse range of experiences spanning nature, culture, leisure and entertainment. The city is also praised as an ideal gateway to central Vietnam, offering convenient access to Hoi An, Hue and My Son Sanctuary.

Travel guide Lonely Planet describes Da Nang as an outdoor lover’s paradise. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnam–Laos special relationship to deepen over time

The editorial says the historical milestones demonstrate and reaffirm that the great friendship, special solidarity, comprehensive cooperation and strategic cohesion between the two Parties, States and peoples will continue to develop and deepen in the years ahead.

The article posted on the official Facebook page of Pathet Lao. (Photo published by VNA)

Vietnam's newest airline races from Phu Quoc onto the global stage

Sun PhuQuoc Airways, the airline of Sun Group, officially launched in October 2025 and began commercial flights the following month, entering a Vietnamese aviation market riding a wave of post-pandemic recovery, but also grappling with rising costs, fleet constraints, talent shortages, infrastructure pressure, and intensifying service competition. Less than a year in, this newcomer has already made its presence felt.

Sun PhuQuoc Airways' new aircraft livery (Photo: Sun Group)

☕ Afternoon briefing on July 20

The third meeting of the 14th Party Central Committee, Standard Chartered sharply raising its forecast for Vietnam’s economic growth in 2026, and all six Vietnamese students winning medals at the 67th International Mathematical Olympiad are among news highlights on July 20.

☕ Afternoon briefing on July 20

Two fallen soldiers brought home from Pha Din Pass

More than 70 years after they fell in the forest of Pha Din Pass, the remains of two Vietnamese martyrs have been recovered by the search and recovery team of the Dien Bien provincial Military Command. Their long journey home has now begun from the very place where they made the ultimate sacrifice during the resistance war.

Two fallen soldiers brought home from Pha Din Pass

Proactive strategy needed to counter cognitive warfare: Experts

Politburo member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee and Chairman of the Party Central Committee's Commission for Information, Education and Mass Mobilisation Trinh Van Quyet said hostile forces are increasingly using AI and digital platforms to wage cognitive warfare targeting the ideological foundation, public confidence and internal unity. He stressed that the challenge requires continuous innovation in both methods and capabilities.

Politburo member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee and Chairman of the Party Central Committee's Commission for Information, Education and Mass Mobilisation Trinh Van Quyet. (Photo: VNA)
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Environment

Vietnam urged to shift from plastic waste treatment to full life-cycle management

For years, efforts to tackle plastic pollution in Vietnam have focused mainly on waste collection, recycling and disposal. However, as sustainable development and green trade standards become increasingly important, specialists argued that a broader approach is needed, covering everything from product design and material selection to production, consumption and recycling.

BUYO Bioplastics' biodegradable plastic products are made from brewer's grains and sugarcane bagasse. (Photo: nhandan.vn)

Health

Ho Chi Minh City targets completion of universal health check-ups by December 15

According to the municipal Department of Health, as of July 20, a total of 732,873 residents had undergone periodic check-ups and had electronic health records established. The figure reflects encouraging initial results from the citywide campaign launched by the department and underscores local authorities' commitment to implementing one of the largest community healthcare programmes ever undertaken in the southern metropolis.

Doctors from Cho Ray Hospital conduct preventive health screenings for residents at the Cho Lon ward health station. (Photo: VNA)

World

Indonesia bets on AI to drive 600-billion-USD digital economy

AI has the potential to generate around 400 billion USD in value for Indonesia’s economy by 2030 under a business-as-usual scenario. If implemented alongside the regional digital economy framework, that figure could climb to 2 trillion USD, an official has said.

Indonesia bets on AI to drive 600-billion-USD digital economy