Authorities in the central province of Ha Tinh are stepping up the exhumation of unidentified martyrs' remains and the collection of biological samples for DNA testing. Each sample brings new hope of identifying fallen soldiers and reuniting them with their families, while reflecting Vietnam's enduring tradition of honouring those who sacrificed for the nation.
A national conference was held in person at the National Assembly's headquarters in Hanoi on July 1 and connected online to 3,651 locations nationwide to review one year of the operation of the political system's overall organisational model and the three-tier government model.
As part of the Hanoi Lotus Festival 2026, the artistic parade “Lotus takes to the street” brought together around 2,000 participants dressed in lotus-themed Ao dai, setting a new record for the largest-ever lotus Ao dai parade and creating one of the festival's standout events.
By the afternoon of June 30 (local time), the Vietnamese Ministry of Public Security's search and rescue team had successfully recovered the first victim's body in earthquake-hit Venezuela.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment on June 30 officially launched Vietnam’s Agricultural Product Traceability System following the successful completion of its pilot phase.
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam chaired the first meeting of the Central Steering Committee for Foreign Affairs and International Integration in Hanoi on June 30.
On June 30 (local time), the Vietnamese search and rescue mission conducted operations in La Guaira State, the area hardest hit by the twin earthquakes in Venezuela.
Nestled in the heart of the Central Highlands, the Dak Nong UNESCO Global Geopark, now part of Lam Dong province, is often described as a vast open-air museum, where outstanding geological, natural and cultural values come together.
Pablo Picasso’s Vive la Paix (Long Live Peace), a rare artwork associated with Vietnam’s history, has been showcased in France. Painted in 1954 to mark the signing of the Geneva Accords, the work is preserved at the Paul Éluard Museum of Art and History in Saint-Denis, in the Île-de-France region.
Agricultural exports through Kim Thanh International Road Border Gate No.2 in the northern province of Lao Cai are gathering momentum, driven by soaring durian shipments. Streamlined customs procedures and businesses’ compliance with China’s import standards have enabled Vietnamese farm produce to expand its market share and further boost export value.
A Vietnamese search and rescue team has arrived at Simón Bolívar International Airport in Venezuela, ready to assist the country in its earthquake recovery efforts.
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam on June 30 called for a fundamental shift in Vietnam's approach to foreign investment, stressing that external resources should be harnessed to strengthen domestic capabilities and strategic autonomy rather than simply attract capital.
The Vietnamese capital has launched an ambitious investment drive by unveiling its 100-year development vision, introducing new policy incentives and announcing hundreds of investment projects. The initiative aims to give domestic and international investors greater confidence in Hanoi's long-term growth strategy while creating a more transparent, competitive and innovation-driven business environment.
Fifty years after being named in honour of President Ho Chi Minh, the former Sai Gon – Gia Dinh Area has undergone a remarkable transformation – from a city forged in war into Vietnam's leading economic hub, the cradle of the country's renewal process and pioneering reforms. The name is not only a historical legacy but also a symbol of the people's enduring aspirations. It represents a half-century journey from the will of the people to the century-long vision of the city bearing President Ho Chi Minh’s name.
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam on June 29 called for a fundamental shift from reactive disaster response to proactive risk management, directing the Government Party Committee and relevant agencies to prepare for storms, floods, extreme weather and climate change through late 2026.
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam called for building a modern artillery-missile force capable of meeting new defence challenges while attending a ceremony in Hanoi on June 29 marking the force's 80th anniversary (June 29, 1946–2026).
The Asia Architecture Design Awards and the Asia Hospitality Awards were recently presented at Ngoc Rong Cave in Vietnam’s northern province of Quang Ninh, marking the first time an international awards ceremony has been held inside a cave more than 150 million years old.
In the early hours of June 29, a flight operated by Vietnam Airlines departed from Noi Bai International Airport, carrying 124 personnel from the Ministry of National Defence and the Ministry of Public Security to Venezuela on a humanitarian relief mission.
Having participated in the humanitarian mission to Myanmar in 2025, Lieutenant Colonel Nguyen Hong Duong has fully prepared his personal gear, specialised equipment, medicines and essential supplies ahead of departure. He is ready to join the Vietnamese delegation to support disaster relief efforts in Venezuela.
A series of events honouring President Ho Chi Minh has been held in Montreuil, France, marking the 115th anniversary of his departure to seek a path for national salvation and the 80th anniversary of his visit to France as a guest of the French government.
The Hanoi Lotus Festival 2026 officially opened on June 26 under the theme Colours of Hanoi Lotus, celebrating not only the flower’s beauty but also the rich cultural heritage built around it over generations.