First recognised by UNESCO on April 12, 2018, the Non Nuoc Cao Bang Global Geopark in the northern province of Cao Bang is a land shaped by more than 500 million years of geological history. Covering over 3,683 sq.km and encompassing all or part of 36 communes and wards, the geopark is home to numerous scenic landscapes, as well as historical and cultural sites of exceptional value.
Quang Tri is sitting on a gold mine of history, culture, and wild nature, and it’s finally cashing in. The province is rolling out a slew of long-term acts to turn its good looks and deep past into a professional, cash-spinning tourism machine.
Ho Chi Minh City currently hosts 143 science and technology enterprises, accounting for around 20% of the national total. Total factor productivity (TFP) contributes 59% to the city’s GRDP growth, with science and technology responsible for 74% of TFP growth.
With digital transformation accelerating worldwide, using science and technology – especially artificial intelligence (AI) – has shifted from being a choice to a vital necessity for the tourism industry.
Hanoi is expediting the development of a plan to establish a low-emission zone (LEZ) within Ring Road 1 to align with its environmental protection goals and sustainable urban development agenda.
The launch of Green SM Limo in India further expanded the company’s international footprint and brought its all-electric mobility model and service standards, already established in several markets, to users in one of the world’s most dynamic economies.
The Mekong Delta spans more than 40,500 sq.km, holds roughly 18 million people and shares a nearly 386km border with Cambodia, making it a key gateway to the Greater Mekong Sub-region. An Giang has emerged as a major agro-fisheries hub, with seaports and strategic trade hubs delivering maritime advantages and creating a seamless corridor to Cambodia and beyond.
Vietnam Fruit Week 2026 is being held simultaneously at GO!, Tops Market and mini go! supermarkets nationwide from June 4–7, offering discounts of up to 50% on dozens of fruit products, alongside promotional activities and livestream sales programmes.
Resolution No. 72-NQ/TW of the Politburo underscores the pivotal role of physical exercise and sports as a breakthrough solution, shifting the mindset from “treatment” to “proactive health protection and improvement.”
Unlike well-established destinations, this small island quietly preserves its layered heritage: tens-of-thousands-year-old basalt formations, pristine tropical forests and enduring wartime memories. Together, they create a distinctive “green gem” in the open sea, subtle yet captivating enough to hold any visitor.
Following its merger and status elevation to Vietnam’s seventh centrally-run city starting April 30, 2026, Dong Nai is entering a pivotal phase to reposition its role and standing within a broader development landscape. More than an administrative upgrade, the move—coupled with strategic projects such as Long Thanh International Airport—is opening new space for the southern locality to make socio-economic breakthroughs, strengthen regional connectivity and reshape its development model toward services, tourism and innovation.
Amid Vietnam’s push to redefine progress beyond pure GDP growth, the Politburo’s Resolution 80-NQ/TW delivers a sharp message that culture is no longer a sidekick, but must lead and shape national development.
A recent survey by digital travel platform Agoda, part of its Travel Trends 2026 report, found that 35% of Vietnamese travellers consider cuisine a primary motivation for travel, placing them among Asia’s leading food-focused tourists.
Coastal tourism in the central province of Lam Dong is gaining renewed momentum as the province taps into its largely untouched landscapes and distinctive natural appeal.
Since early 2026, FDI inflows into Vietnam have not only grown in size but are also quickly moving toward high-tech industries, data, and green manufacturing. This shift offers a chance to boost Vietnam’s role in the global value chain, while also creating an urgent need to raise the quality of incoming investment.
The Hung Kings Commemoration Day is a major occasion to honour the legendary founders of the nation’s foundation, and also a thread binding Vietnamese communities worldwide – where the past, present, and future meet within a unique spiritual and cultural space.
By 2035, Hanoi is expected to become a “civilised – cultured – modern – happy” city, serving as a leading economic, educational, healthcare, and innovation hub in the Asia–Pacific region.
Facing mounting pressure from increasingly stringent domestic and international standards, Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable sector is accelerating its shift toward green, safe, and sustainable production models. Beyond changing farming practices, localities and businesses are stepping up efforts to standardise value chains and build brands to achieve growth targets for 2026.
As suggested by UNESCO experts, heritage should be approached as an integrated system encompassing space, people and everyday life. This perspective can inform urban planning, cultural tourism development and the creation of clear economic drivers.
Vietnam’s tourism sector has set an ambitious target of welcoming between 45-50 million international visitors by 2030, under an adjusted national tourism development plan for the 2021–2030 period with a vision to 2045.
With its comprehensive transport infrastructure, world-class bays, and a diverse tourism ecosystem, Khanh Hoa is regarded as one of Vietnam’s leading coastal tourism hubs. To rise into the ranks of top destinations in the region and globally, the central province is working to complete strategic infrastructure while attracting investment to develop in-depth and high-end tourism products.
Throughout the development journey of any nation, culture always forms the spiritual bedrock of society. A strong cultural foundation enables not only economic progress but also the preservation of identity, moral standards, and long-term social stability.
Digital transformation is an unstoppable trend, driving the renewal of growth models, enhancing governance, and improving the quality of life. In this shift, young people – armed with knowledge, adaptability to new technologies, and creativity – are stepping up as a leading force.
Vietnam’s development journey has not only been marked by economic growth figures but also clearly reflected in achievements in education, healthcare, social welfare, and improvements in people’s quality of life. With a consistent orientation that places people at the centre of development, numerous policies have been implemented to ensure development opportunities for all people, helping realise the goal of “leaving no one behind.”
Ho Chi Minh City is planning to develop green satellite urban areas as part of its vision of becoming a multi-centre and multi-functional megacity.
The central city of Da Nang possesses nearly 200km of coastline – the longest in Vietnam, with scenic landscapes and favourable natural conditions for tourism and service development. However, only about half of this coastline has been utilised for tourism activities, mainly concentrated in central Da Nang and Hoi An Ancient Town. Large stretches of coastline south of Hoi An remain largely untouched, holding significant potential for future development.
This political event carries special significance as an expression of the people’ right to mastery to choose worthy representatives.
The deployment and development of 5G networks in Vietnam not only bring technological benefits but also drive sustainable economic growth, enhance national competitiveness, and support industrialisation and modernisation.
