What began as a passion for collecting wild orchids has now become a high-income industry for many growers in Bao Loc in the Central Highland province of Lam Dong. Orchid farmers are also transforming their cultivation methods by applying technology to preserve rare species and create products that better meet market demand.
Co-hosted by the Hue Festival organising board and the Hue Monuments Conservation Centre, the event brings together ornamental plant associations, clubs, orchid artisans, bonsai and ornamental plant masters, and stone art craftsmen nationwide.
Thai exports of decorative plants in 2023–2024 grew to 9.32 billion THB, of which more than half came from orchids.
The orchid naming ceremony is a prestigious diplomatic tradition in Singapore, reserved exclusively for distinguished foreign guests.
Nearly 20 Vietnamese firms have recently joined the Hannover Messe 2026 in Germany, one of the world’s leading industrial technology fairs.
Following their activities in Udon Thani province, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President of Vietnam To Lam, his spouse, and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation arrived at Don Mueang International Airport in Bangkok on May 27 afternoon, continuing their official visit to Thailand.
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam, accompanied by his spouse and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation, on May 27 offered incense and flowers in tribute to President Ho Chi Minh at the Ho Chi Minh Memorial Site in Udon Thani, as part of his three-day official visit to Thailand.
The Ministry of Science and Technology has approved a programme on excellent basic research in the natural sciences, setting the goal for Vietnam to develop by 2030 at least one research direction that approaches the world’s top 5% in terms of scientific impact, rising to at least three such directions by 2035.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President of Vietnam To Lam, his spouse, and a high-ranking delegation of the country are scheduled to pay a state visit to the Philippines from May 31 to June 1.
Vietnam-Singapore ties have evolved into one of Southeast Asia’s most progressive partnerships ahead of the State visit by Party General Secretary and State President To Lam to Singapore from May 29-31.
Ho Chi Minh City Police on May 26 announced the results of an investigation into a fatal shooting that took place on May 21 in Ben Thanh ward, leaving one person dead and another seriously injured.
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on May 26 urged the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho to explore special and breakthrough policies and mechanisms to promote its comprehensive development, and pilot investment in several emerging and high-potential sectors.
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam, his spouse, and a high-level Vietnamese delegation will pay an official visit to Thailand from May 27 to 29 at the invitation of Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and his spouse. The visit is expected to create fresh momentum for the bilateral relationship, paving the way for stronger and more dynamic cooperation between the two countries.
Lijiang Ancient Town and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in China’s Yunnan province are two famous tourist attractions that are becoming increasingly appealing to Vietnamese visitors, while also opening up opportunities for tourism cooperation between the two nations.
In northeastern Thailand’s Udon Thani province, the Ho Chi Minh Memorial Site in Noong On village, about 10 kilometres from the city centre, has become a unique destination attracting both local and international visitors. Many come to learn about the life and revolutionary career of President Ho Chi Minh, as well as the longstanding ties between Vietnam and Thailand.
The upcoming state visit to Singapore by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam, from May 29-31, carries significant importance in continuing to implement and further concretise the framework of the two countries’ Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Through major sporting events, the northern province of Ninh Binh has improved tourism services, promoted destinations and enhanced its image, helping boost tourism and local socio-economic growth.
National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man has urged the NA Committee on Science, Technology and Environment to adopt a more strategic, creative and proactive approach in legislative work to ensure it keeps pace with reality.
The upcoming state visit to Singapore by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam and his spouse, will create fresh momentum for further elevating Vietnam-Singapore relations, following more than a year of enhanced cooperation under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Northern and central Vietnam are experiencing the most severe heatwave since the start of this summer, with temperatures in some areas forecast to exceed 40 degrees Celsius on May 25-26, according to the National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting.
Among the Top 10 finalists of the seventh Cricket Award in 2026, the Wolfoo animated series and creative ecosystem, produced by Sconnect Distribution under Sconnect Holdings, stands out as a notable example of Vietnam’s growing cultural industry.
As part of an international cultural exchange programme, Kanda University of International Studies in Chiba prefecture has introduced “pho” (the iconic traditional noodle soup of Vietnam) to its campus menu since 18. From then on, students can enjoy the distinctive Vietnamese dish for lunch in two weeks.
Japan is one of the world’s most demanding rice markets, where rice is not only a staple food but also deeply tied to culinary culture through dishes such as bento meals, onigiri rice balls and sushi. Amid rising domestic rice prices in recent years, Vietnamese rice has begun attracting attention as a promising alternative.
Total registered foreign direct investment (FDI) into Vietnam, including newly registered and adjusted capital, plus foreign investors’ contributions and share purchases, hit 18.24 billion USD as of April 27, up 32% year-on-year, reported the Ministry of Finance’s National Statistics Office (NSO) on May 3.
