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Quang Tri Citadel: A sacred destination for July remembrance
These days, thousands of people from across Vietnam are returning to the Quang Tri Citadel, the site of the 81-day battle in 1972, to honor the fallen soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the nation's independence and freedom. During peak periods, the historic site welcomes up to 3,000 visitors a day.
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.
Archived records prove golden key to 500-day campaign
The nationwide 500-day campaign to search for, recover and identify the remains of fallen soldiers is being stepped up. Most recently, a mass grave containing soldiers killed during the 1968 Tet Offensive was uncovered at Le Thi Rieng Park in Ho Chi Minh City. Archived records played a crucial role as the golden key that led search teams to the site.
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Lai Chau fast tracks emergency housing for flood hit families
Following the recent flash floods, many households in Muong Than Commune, Lai Chau Province, lost their homes and were forced to evacuate. To help residents rebuild their lives as quickly as possible, the provincial authorities have mobilised maximum manpower and equipment to fast-track the construction of an emergency resettlement area in San Bay village.
Vietnam, Canada aim to elevate bilateral relations in the time ahead: PM
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung held his first phone talks with his Canadian counterpart Mark Carney on July 21 evening.
Vietnam, Singapore step up cooperation in semiconductor industry development
The Vietnam–Singapore Semiconductor Industry Development Cooperation Forum 2026 was held in Ho Chi Minh City on July 21 to promote investment connectivity, technology transfer, human resource development and broader cooperation in the semiconductor industry.
Deputy PM pledges fast rebuilding after deadly disaster in Lai Chau
Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung led a delegation to the flood-ravaged commune of Muong Than in the northern mountainous province of Lai Chau on July 21 to inspect recovery efforts.
1954 Geneva Agreement marks historic milestone in Vietnamese diplomacy
On May 8, 1954, just one day after the resounding Dien Bien Phu Victory, the Geneva Conference opened discussions on the restoration of peace in Indochina. After 75 days of negotiations, the Geneva Agreement was officially signed on July 20 (local time). It affirmed Vietnam’s independence, sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity, required foreign troops to withdraw from Indochina, stipulated military demarcation lines as temporary, and called for free general elections in each Indochinese country to achieve national reunification.
Lao Cai troops help residents recover from landslides
Troops in Lao Cai province are helping residents recover after days of heavy rain triggered widespread landslides in Mu Cang Chai commune, damaging homes, disrupting infrastructure and cutting off transport links.
Nearly 1,400 martyrs' remains recovered after four months of 500-Day Campaign
Nearly four months after the launch of Vietnam's 500-Day Campaign, authorities have recovered 1,384 sets of martyrs' remains, according to the National Steering Committee for the Search, Recovery and Identification of Martyrs' Remains.
Party Central Committee’s third meeting opens in Hanoi
The third meeting of the 14th Party Central Committee opened in Hanoi on July 20, under the chair of Party General Secretary and State President To Lam.
Echoes of traditional music: Golden milestone on int’l stage
Students from the Faculty of Traditional Musical Instruments at the Hanoi College of Art are not only preserving Vietnam’s traditional musical heritage but also helping bring Vietnamese music to audiences around the world.
Sniffer dogs deployed to search for victims missing after Lai Chau flash flood
Despite relentless rain and knee-deep mud, officers and soldiers of the Lai Chau provincial Border Guard, together with sniffer-dog teams, have remained steadfast at the scene, racing against time to search for those still missing.
Vietnam, Laos target 10 billion USD in bilateral trade
As part of the Vietnam–Laos Trade Fair 2026 (VIETLAO EXPO 2026) in Vientiane, the Vietnam–Laos Business Networking Seminar 2026 was held on July 17.
Artistic artefacts strengthen Vietnam–Russia cultural ties
A ceremony was recently held in Moscow to present artefacts donated by the Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre to the State Museum of Oriental Art of the Russian Federation.
Lam Dong develops sustainable durian export value chain
With the country's largest durian-growing area of 45,300 hectares, the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong is shifting its focus from expanding cultivation to improving quality and meeting export standards.
Ho Chi Minh City remains leading destination for international visitors
Ho Chi Minh City continued to cement its position as one of Vietnam’s leading tourism destinations in the first half of 2026, driven by a strong recovery in international arrivals and higher visitor spending.
Dak Lak agricultural products win over Malaysian market
At the Malaysia International Food and Beverage Trade Fair 2026, held from July 15–17 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, businesses from Vietnam’s Central Highland province of Dak Lak showcased a range of processed agricultural products, opening up promising opportunities in the rapidly growing Halal market.
Over 2,000 join Ao dai parade at Khanh Hoa Sea Festival
More than 2,000 women joined the “Ao Dai – Colours of the Sea” parade in Nha Trang on July 18, as part of the Khanh Hoa Sea Festival 2026.
Centralised customs clearance speeds processing, boosts revenue
After one month of pilot implementation, the centralised customs clearance model at Regional Customs Sub-department III in the northern port city of Hai Phong has delivered promising initial results.
Biometric check in enhances Noi Bai airport experience
To improve service quality and ease congestion during peak hours, Noi Bai International Airport has introduced biometric check-in kiosks.
Agro-forestry-fishery exports up 6% in H1
Vietnam’s agro-forestry-fishery exports reached an estimated 35.88 billion USD in the first half of 2026, up 6% year-on-year, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment.
Quang Ninh promotes sustainable marine economy
With its rich marine resources, Co To Special Zone in Quang Ninh province is capitalising on its coastal advantages to generate higher economic value while improving local livelihoods and incomes.
