Hanoi (VNA) - The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.
- National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man on February 12 visited and extended New Year greetings to former Politburo members and former State Presidents Nguyen Minh Triet and Truong Tan Sang, former Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung, former permanent member of the Secretariat General Le Hong Anh.
On behalf of the NA Standing Committee, the top legislator expressed deep appreciation for the significant contributions made by the former leaders to the revolutionary cause of the Party and the State, as well as to the national construction and development during the Doi Moi (Renewal) period. Read full story
- Vietnamese Ambassador to Greece Pham Thi Thu Huong attended the opening ceremony of the 22nd National Congress of the Communist Party of Greece (KKE) in Athens, chaired by KKE Central Committee General Secretary Dimitris Koutsoumbas.
In his opening address, Koutsoumbas reviewed more than a century of the party’s formation and development, highlighting recent achievements while assessing the domestic political situation and the international context, and outlining key tasks and objectives for the coming term. Read full story
- Looking back at the achievements of 2025, Vietnam’s tourism sector clearly entered a new phase of development, with digital transformation no longer a trend but a powerful growth engine permeating every stage of the traveller journey.
According to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT), which cited the Google–Temasek–Bain & Company e-Conomy SEA 2025 report, tourism remains one of the key drivers of Vietnam’s economy. This momentum has been underpinned by the steady recovery of international arrivals, the resilience of domestic travel, and, notably, the deeper integration of digital technology across the tourism value chain. Read full story
- UNESCO and the Japanese Government on February 12 signed an agreement to launch a project aimed at strengthening Vietnam’s capabilities in early warning, disaster risk mitigation and ensuring safe learning environment.
The project, funded at 533,333 USD, will run from March 2026 to March 2027 and target the central province of Nghe An, which is prone to frequent natural disasters, home to the UNESCO-recognised Western Nghe An Biosphere Reserve and former Vinh city, a member of UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities. Read full story
- Vietnam Register will begin issuing electronic inspection certificates for cars from March 1, incorporating QR codes and emissions ratings. The move is intended to curb forgery and reduce administrative costs.
In a document submitted to the Ministry of Construction, the agency confirmed that it has completed investment in software and IT infrastructure to officially roll out electronic certificates for technical safety and environmental protection inspections covering motor vehicles and specialised motorbikes. Read full story
- Noi Bai International Airport and Tan Son Nhat International Airport are expected to handle record passenger volumes during the Tet (the Lunar New Year - the Year of the Horse), according to airport authorities.
Information from Noi Bai International Airport showed that during the peak Tet period, passenger traffic is forecast to reach a record high, posting double-digit growth year on year. Specifically, in the seven days before Tet (February 10–16), Noi Bai is expected to serve more than 725,000 passengers, up 16% from the same period in 2025, with 4,467 flights, an increase of 12.5%. Read full story
- The Department of Science and Technology of Ho Chi Minh City, in coordination with Vietnam Post and CT UAV JSC, launched a UAV-based delivery route connecting Can Gio and Vung Tau on February 12.
The event marked the debut of the country’s first cross-sea unmanned postal route, representing a pioneering step in smart mobility solutions aimed at boosting the digital economy and easing pressure on road transport infrastructure in Ho Chi Minh City. Read full story
- The Glorious Spring Fair 2026, underway at the National Exposition Centre in Dong Anh commune, Hanoi, is not only a shopping and cultural venue but also a showcase for ethnic products and regional specialties from across the country. Each booth reflects local cultural identity and the efforts of communities and enterprises to preserve traditional crafts while promoting economic development.
From handwoven brocade textiles to traditional ethnic costumes, the fair presents vivid cultural colours and highlights how local producers are introducing heritage products to the modern market, expanding consumer reach, building brands, and strengthening trade links./. Read full story
