As part of his official visit to France, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam met with French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu in Paris on the morning of September 10 (local time).
In his speech, General Secretary and President Lam recalled the late leader’s years abroad seeking a path to national liberation and thanked the French people for their support during his years in France. He called Montreau Park a “red address” and sacred return site with deep historical meaning for Vietnamese visitors to France.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam, his spouse Ngo Phuong Ly, and a high-ranking delegation of Vietnam arrived in Paris early in the morning of September 10 (local time), beginning an official visit to France and attendance at the International Space Summit at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron.
From medicinal plants grown under forest canopies to processing and ecotourism models, mountainous areas in the central city of Da Nang have new opportunities for growth following the merger. However, turning natural resources into sustainable livelihoods will require a major shift from agricultural production to agricultural economy that prioritises markets and added value.
Amid deeper international integration, Vietnamese entrepreneurs are playing an increasingly important role in driving economic growth, creating jobs, raising incomes and strengthening national competitiveness.
National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man held talks with Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress Zhao Leji in Beijing on October 12. The two leaders also co-chaired the second session of the cooperation committee between the Vietnamese National Assembly and the National People’s Congress of China.
In October, the terraced rice fields of Khuoi Mi, Lung Vai and Na Thac hamlets in Ha Giang 1 ward, northeastern Tuyen Quang province, turn golden as the rice ripens. Viewed from above, the terraces wind along the mountain slopes like ribbons of gold, set against lush greenery and scattered houses.
The Vietnam Circus Federation’s newly premiered “Son Than Thuy Quai” (Mountain God and Water Monster) blends traditional circus with 3D mapping, lighting, music and a water stage to create a fresh visual language for storytelling and bring traditional cultural values closer to contemporary audiences.
Seventy-two years after its liberation on October 10, 1954, Hanoi continues to build on its spirit of solidarity and innovation, striving to improve people's lives and fulfil its ambition of becoming a developed, civilised and modern capital worthy of the title “City for Peace” from UNESCO.
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet held talks in Phnom Penh on October 9, 2026, and witnessed the exchange of cooperation documents between the two countries.
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet hosted an official welcome ceremony for his Vietnamese counterpart Le Minh Hung in Phnom Penh on the afternoon of October 9. The two leaders subsequently held talks aimed at further strengthening bilateral relations.
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung led a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation to Phnom Penh on the afternoon of October 9, beginning his official visit to Cambodia, at the invitation of Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet.
At the invitation of the Labour Party of Mexico, a delegation of the Communist Party of Vietnam led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hoang Phuc Lam, Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee and Deputy Director of the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics, paid a working visit to Mexico from October 6–8, 2026, and attended the 30th international seminar on theoretical exchanges on the role of political parties and a new society in Mexico City. The book “The Aspiration for a Strong and Prosperous Vietnam in the New Era” is the result of a collaboration between the Vietnam News Agency and the Mexican Labour Party.
In October, golden flamboyant trees burst into bloom around Dak R’Tih suspension bridge, drawing locals and visitors to admire the scenery and capture striking moments against the backdrop of the lake and surrounding mountains.
As part of his official visit to Laos, Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung and his Lao counterpart Saleumxay Kommasith attended a traditional Lao wrist-tying ceremony in Vientiane on the evening of October 8.
A national-level architectural and artistic heritage site in Da Nang honours Confucius and distinguished Confucian scholars, reflecting Vietnam’s long-standing tradition of valuing education and respecting teachers. Known as Van Thanh - Khong Mieu, the site also preserves important cultural and historical values associated with Confucian learning.
Binh Thanh ancient tower is a valuable architectural relic in Phuoc Chi commune, Tay Ninh province. Dating back to around the eighth to ninth centuries, the structure is associated with the late period of the Oc Eo culture.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam and his spouse hosted an official welcome ceremony in Hanoi on the afternoon of October 6 for Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino and his spouse, who are paying an official visit to Vietnam from October 5-8. Following the ceremony, the two leaders held talks.
President of the Republic of Panama José Raúl Mulino and his spouse visited the Temple of Literature in Hanoi on the morning of October 6 during their official visit to Vietnam. The historic site is a symbol of Vietnam’s scholarly tradition, respect for learning and teachers, and is home to the country’s first university.
The 2026 Hanoi Open Dragon Boat and Stand-Up Paddleboarding (SUP) Race was held on West Lake on October 4, drawing nearly 900 athletes from embassies, international organisations, localities, universities, businesses and clubs. The event was held to mark the 72nd anniversary of Capital Liberation Day.
With a focus on living well, staying healthy and continuing to contribute, older people remain valued pillars of their families and communities, offering experience, emotional support and a strong sense of tradition.
An exhibition on the reconstruction of Kinh Thien Palace and its main hall space officially opened to visitors at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel in Hanoi. The exhibition showcases documents, archaeological remains and scientific research findings, offering the public a clearer picture of Kinh Thien Palace through history.
Hoan Kiem Lake - the heart of Hanoi - was transformed into a vibrant cultural stage on October 3 as international performers in traditional dress filled the pedestrian streets with music, dance and lively exchanges with local residents.
