According to HCM City's transport plan, Con Dao’s bus network will comprise six routes in total, spanning about 74 kilometers. They are expected to cover about 90% of the special zone’s road network.
Ho Chi Minh City’s 75.79-square-kilometre Con Dao special zone has emerged as a potential hub for sustainable development with its rich forest and marine ecosystems.
The Power Project Management Board 3 under the Vietnam Electricity (EVN) successfully energised the 110 kV Con Dao transformer station to supply electricity from the national grid to Con Dao Special Zone on September 4.
Nearly 4,500 baby turtles were released into the ocean in the first half of 2025 as part of the Con Dao National Park’s long-running conservation efforts.
Con Dao Airport served nearly 100,000 passengers between May and June, up 9.8% in departures and 4% in arrivals year-on-year.
Con Dao district off the coast of the southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau comprises 16 islands of different sizes.
The Mekong Delta province of Tien Giang is intensifying efforts to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing as part of the country’s goal of having the European Commission’s “yellow card” warning lifted.
The rescue operation was carried out by the forces of the Con Dao National Park Management Board in cooperation with Con Dao Resort Company, following separate discoveries on the morning of May 7 along Dat Doc beach within the Six Senses Con Dao resort.
Con Dao, once turned into a “hell on earth” by the colonialists and imperialists to suppress Vietnamese patriots and revolutionaries, became a sacred historical place and epitomised the fighting spirit, revolutionary heroism, and ardent patriotism of the Vietnamese people.
“No words can fully express our gratitude to those who fought and sacrificed for the Fatherland and the people,” the Prime Minister said.
At the Hang Duong Cemetery, PM Chinh laid wreaths and offered incense in tribute to President Ho Chi Minh, heroic martyrs, and countless compatriots and comrades who laid down for the country’s independence and freedom, especially the 20,000 patriots and revolutionaries who perished in the Con Dao prison system over its 113-year history.
Located over 230km from the mainland, Con Dao island district was once a place where Vietnamese revolutionary activists and political prisoners were detained. On May 1, 1975, Con Dao was officially liberated, opening a new era of peace and development. After 50 years, Con Dao has undergone a remarkable transformation - from a “hell on earth” to a "paradise of eco-tourism, history, and spirituality."
The following is a list of selected news summaries reported last weekend by the Vietnam News Agency.
These days, the streets and roads of Con Dao district off the coast of the southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau are adorned with the vibrant red and yellow leaves of centuries-old catappa trees as they enter the leaf-changing season. Their striking colours stand out against the deep blue sky and sea, creating a breathtaking natural masterpiece that enchants all who visit.
On December 17, the Department of Information and Communications of Ba Ria-Vung Tau province, in collaboration with the People’s Committee of Con Dao island district, launched a "Green Living Festival." This event is part of the "For a green island environment" programme in 2024 which aims at promoting environmental protection and sustainable development in coastal and island regions.
National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines, the Vietnam Air Services Company (VASCO) and the People’s Committee of Con Dao district in the southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau on September 30 launched the “Bay nhe toi Con Dao” (flying lightly to Con Dao) campaign, with an aim of reducing carbon emissions.
Phu Quoc, Nam Du, and Con Dao are three renowned archipelagos in southern Vietnam, frequently mentioned in regional and global travel polls in recent years. These locations are often referred to as "pearl islands" due to their pristine natural beauty, captivating landscapes, rich maritime cultural heritage, and exceptional potential in the fishing industry.
The Ho Chi Minh City - Con Dao express boat service will be temporarily suspended from July 29 due to inefficient operation.
The management board of the Con Dao National Park on June 28 announced a temporary suspension of swimming and coral viewing activities at several marine conservation areas from July 1 to September 30 in an effort to help the reef ecosystems naturally recover after experiencing bleaching.
A high-speed boat service linking Ho Chi Minh City and Con Dao island off the coast of the southern province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau was launched on May 13.