From UNESCO’s perspective, the resolution articulates a concrete roadmap for structural reform, aiming to mobilise social capital, catalyse the creative economy, and safeguard cultural diversity. This builds upon Vietnam’s long-standing cultural advocacy and will enable Vietnam to navigate the complexities of the digital era and a volatile global landscape, he stated.
At present, more than 3,350 original artefacts are on display at the Oc Eo Culture Exhibition House, with the majority digitised through QR codes.
A new feature of the 2026 event is the fusion of activities with “Tet of the Mong comes to the city,” held by Tay Ho ward, and the “Gia Lai Day in Hanoi – Introduction of National Tourism Year Gia Lai 2026” hosted by Gia Lai province. Together, they are expected to create a diverse and distinctive array of experiences for both residents and visitors throughout the three-day event.
The programme will bring together more than 100 representatives from ethnic minority groups nationwide, alongside participants from 11 localities whose communities maintain regular activities at the Village.
With a total prize fund of 750 million VND (nearly 29,000 USD), the Victory Cup 2025 once again affirmed its status as Vietnam’s highest sports honour and a true celebration of national sporting excellence.
Taking place from February 2 – 13 at the Vietnam Exposition Centre (VEC), the event is identified as a key highlight in a series of activities to stimulate consumer demand, develop the domestic market, and promote Vietnamese brands during the Lunar New Year of the Horse 2026.
VinFast on January 31 officially unveiled its international business strategy for electric scooters, identifying five initial key markets: the Philippines, Indonesia, India, Thailand and Malaysia.
The disruptions emerged in late January at a number of road, sea and air border checkpoints after Decree 46/2026/ND-CP on food safety management took effect on January 26.
The match at Jakarta Velodrome saw Vietnamese players assert their dominance early on, combining sharp attacking play in the first half with resilient defence after the break.
Overseas Vietnamese play a vital role in fostering friendship and cooperation between Vietnam and New Zealand. said Vietnamese Ambassador to New Zealand Phan Minh Giang.
At the 33rd SEA Games in Thailand, the Vietnamese team competed in all events and secured a total of 10 medals, including three golds, two silvers and five bronzes. The gold medals were won in the men’s individual épée, men’s individual sabre, and men’s team sabre events.
The exhibition features around 60 standard booths and a shared display area equivalent to 30 booths, showcasing hundreds of handicraft products, collections and new designs.
Ho Chi Minh City and Liverpool shared notable similarities as creative and people-centred urban centres where tradition and modernity coexist, and where historical heritage goes hand in hand with aspirations for future development, he said, affirming that the signing of the MoU was seen as a reflection of political trust, consensus and determination to build a model of local-level cooperation between Vietnam and the UK.
Politburo Resolution No. 80-NQ/TW represents a significant shift in the development paradigm, formally recognising culture not merely as an auxiliary sector, but as one of the four indispensable and co-equal pillars of sustainable development - alongside the Economy, Society, and the Environment.
According to Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Minh Phuc, Editor-in-Chief of the Social Sciences Publishing House under the Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences, the issuance of Resolution 80 places renewed and pressing demands on innovation in publishing activities in the new period.
Building on the success of the first Autumn Fair in 2025, the event reflects the government’s determination to develop the domestic market as a key pillar of the economy alongside exports and investment. It aims to stimulate production, circulation and distribution of goods for Tet consumption, helping stabilise the market and boost confidence among businesses and consumers from the start of the year.
The 100 featured works capture the vibrant beauty of Vietnam’s landscapes, people, and traditional festivals. More importantly, they chronicle a nation rising with renewed vigour under the Party’s leadership.
Situated in central Hanoi, the venue is poised to become a culturally profound destination, offering a comprehensive, authentic window into Vietnam's layered history, heritage, and governance traditions, all revealed through the presence of original documents themselves.
By taking part in the seventh “En ville !” documentary film festival in Brussels, Hair, Paper, Water not only continues the international journey of a highly regarded Vietnamese film, but also helps bring closer to European audiences the people, culture and daily life of Vietnam’s ethnic minority communities.
The space stretches for about two km along Tran Hung Dao street, where rows of cherry (Prunus cerasoides) trees are currently in full bloom, offering a scenic setting enhanced by century-old pine trees and historical French-style villas.
At the close of competition, the delegation had secured a total of 144 medals, with 38 gold, 48 silver and 58 bronze, exceeding the set target of 30–35 gold medals and ranking fifth overall on the medal table.
The Light Concert – Welcome 2026, themed “Vibrant Light,” will take place at 8:00 pm on January 31 at August Revolution Square, in front of the Hanoi Opera House. The event will be open to the public free of charge, serving residents of the capital and visitors alike.
The Oc Eo Civilisation, which flourished in southern Vietnam from the 1st to the 7th centuries, was first discovered in 1942 by French archaeologist Louis Malleret through artefacts unearthed in Ba The Mountain area, now part of Oc Eo commune.
Vietnam’s national futsal team made a dramatic start to their AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2026 campaign on January 27, staging an impressive comeback to defeat Kuwait 5-4 and secure all three points in Group B at the tournament being held in Indonesia.
The blossoms typically range from pale to deep pink, with thick petals that bloom evenly and last long, making them ideal for Tet display. The area’s cool climate and large day–night temperature variation help prolong flowering, allowing the trees to retain their fresh colours throughout the holiday. Beyond aesthetics, ancient Da Bac peach trees are closely linked to the cultural life of local ethnic communities, symbolising spring and wishes for future prosperity.
The Government rolled out the Cultural Development Strategy for 2021–2025 with a vision to 2030, the Strategy for Cultural Industry Development to 2030 with a vision to 2045, and the National Assembly approved the National Target Programme on Cultural Development for 2025–2035. These moves signal an unequivocal commitment to positioning culture as a core driver of sustainable growth.
Vietnam ranked fifth in the total medal tally at the 13th ASEAN Para Games, with 38 golds, 48 silvers and 58 bronzes. It was followed by host Thailand with 175 golds and Indonesia 134 golds
The 21-year-old ended the tournament with four goals and two assists across six matches, from the group stage to the third-place playoff, where Vietnam faced strong opposition including Jordan, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
