Keyword: "Lao Cai"

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The minute of the fifth annual conference between the Secretaries of the Party Committees of Vietnam’s Lai Chau, Lao Cai, Tuyen Quang, and Dien Bien provinces, and Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Yunnan provincial Committee, is inked at the event. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnamese, Chinese localities boost cooperation

The two sides reached consensus on strengthening friendship, expanding practical cooperation, deepening partnership, and enhancing people-to-people exchanges, which are expected to create strong momentum for them to foster cooperation in culture, sports, and tourism.

The first congress of the Party Organisation of Lao Cai province for the 2025–2030 tenure wraps up on September 30, 2025. (Photo: VNA)

Lao Cai sets sights on northern growth pole

The first congress of the Party Organisation of Lao Cai province for the 2025–2030 tenure wrapped up on September 30, agreeing on five key tasks, three breakthrough steps, and ten specific measures to transform the province into a growth pole and a development hub in the north.

Ngo Van Chinh of the Sa Pa Ethnic Running Club finishes first with an impressive time of 13:00:10, setting a new course record for the race (Photo: VNA)

Vietnamese runners shine at Vietnam Mountain Marathon

Vietnamese runners dominated the Vietnam Mountain Marathon (VMM) 2025 in Sa Pa ward, Lao Cai province, which took place from September 19-21 with the participation of trail runners from 47 countries and territories.

Politburo working group and the Standing Board of Dak Lak province's Party Committee (Photo: VNA)

Politburo looks into Party congress preparations of Ninh Binh, Dak Lak, Lao Cai

It is important that orientations for the new term are aligned with the nation’s major directions and take into consideration the broader national development context, especially new opportunities that come with the implementation of the two-tier local administration system, according to a senior Party official.

Green rice season draws visitors to Lao Cai

Green rice season draws visitors to Lao Cai

From late July to early August each year, when summer sunlight bathes the mountains and forests of Lao Cai, the terraced fields of Ta Van Commune take on a fresh green hue. The rice stretches across the hillsides, flows down into the valleys and surrounds the villages, captivating visitors with its tranquil atmosphere, peaceful scenery and vibrant nature — heralding a bountiful harvest ahead.

The Muong Hoa mountain train enhances green tourism experiences for visitors to Sa Pa. (Photo published by VNA)

Sa Pa aims to become model for green and smart tourism

Sa Pa ward in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai is planning to maximise its potential and advantages, with the goal of transforming itself into a green, sustainable, and smart tourism city worthy of its status as the core of the Sa Pa National Tourism Area and a destination of international stature.

Heartbeat of Hmong culture: Teaching khen to the next generation

Heartbeat of Hmong culture: Teaching khen to the next generation

In the mountainous province of Lao Cai, the H’mong people continue to preserve many unique aspects of their cultural heritage. Among them, the khen—a traditional bamboo wind instrument—is more than just a musical tool. It is the voice of the mountains, the soul of the Hmong people, and a link between past, present, and future. To keep the khen alive, generations of Hmong have carefully protected and passed down this tradition.

Mu Cang Chai terraced rice fields in the water-pouring season

Mu Cang Chai terraced rice fields in the water-pouring season

From mid-May to June, when summer rains begin to fall, the terraced rice fields in Mu Cang Chai district - formerly part of the northern province of Yen Bai, now under Lao Cai province after administrative merger - enter the water-pouring season. Water floods the ploughed terraces, reflecting sunlight and blending with the natural hues of soil, water, plants, and the sky, forming a living mural amid majestic mountains. Photo: Khanh Hoa – VNA

Tourism boom positions Lao Cai as northern Vietnam’s rising star

Tourism boom positions Lao Cai as northern Vietnam’s rising star

With renowned destinations such as Sa Pa, Bac Ha, Y Ty and Fansipan, the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai continues to shine as a rising star on Vietnam’s tourism map. In the first half of 2025, the province welcomed an estimated over 5.6 million visitors - a 37% increase from the same period in 2024, reaching 55% of the year’s target. These impressive figures underscore Lao Cai’s growing appeal as a national tourism hotspot.

The collectives with oustanding achievements in the substandard housing eradication programme are granted certificates of merit by the Lao Cai provincial People's Committee at the ceremony on June 19. (Photo: VNA)

Lao Cai accomplishes substandard house eradication target

With strong support from local authorities, businesses, organisations, and residents, the province has successfully built or repaired 10,707 homes for disadvantaged households, including war veterans, families of martyrs, ethnic minority people, and low-income residents.