Addressing the fourth meeting of the 14th National Party Congress’ sub-committee for personnel affairs in Hanoi on March 25, Party General Secretary To Lam, who is also head of the sub-committee, described the upcoming congress as a special milestone in the nation’s development path, which opens up a new era for the country, the era of the nation’s rise to strong development and prosperity.
In March 2025, the Hanoi People's Committee officially approved plans to demolish Ham Ca Map to expand the Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square. As news of its impending demolition spreads, more and more people are coming to bid farewell to the building.
A U17 women’s football friendly match between Thailand and Vietnam will take place in Hanoi on April 3, contributing to promoting the two countries’ people-to-people diplomacy, heard at a press conference in Bangkok on March 24.
Vietnam News Agency General Director Vu Viet Trang and Chen Jianwen, Editor-in-Chief of the People's Daily of China, shared experience in promoting the role of the mainstream news agencies in the digital age during their meeting in Hanoi on March 24.
More than 50 years since the establishment of diplomatic ties and over a decade of strategic partnership, Vietnam and Singapore upgraded their relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership in early March 2025. This milestone marked the robust development of bilateral ties, both extensively and intensively, with growing political trust, paving the way for a new phase of enhanced cooperation between the two nations.
At the signing ceremony, Deputy Minister Phan Thi Thang affirmed that the MoU not only represents a milestone in the cooperation between the two sides but also demonstrates the ministry’s commitment to protecting consumer interests in an increasingly interconnected global marketplace.
Despite robust development in their trade ties, Vietnam's Ha Giang province and Wenshan in China’s Yunnan province have not capitalised on their immense potential, making trade revenue lagging behind expectations.
In his speech at the groundbreaking ceremony, Chairman of the People's Committee of Hue City Nguyen Van Phuong said these two key projects are expected to drive significant progress in the city's manufacturing industry, contributing to the goal of achieving double-digit economic growth in line with the Government's target.
On the evening of March 23, the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union, in collaboration with the Vietnam Young Talent Support Fund and Vietnam Television, hosted the award ceremony for the Outstanding Young Vietnamese of 2024. From 159 nominations across 55 organisations nationwide, the award council selected 10 exceptional young individuals who have demonstrated outstanding achievements in various fields, including academics, scientific research and innovation, labour and manufacturing, business and entrepreneurship, national defence, public security, sports, social work, and arts and culture.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh emphasised the need to align socio-economic development with the task of ensuring national defence and security while presiding over a conference on ensuring security and order to support socioeconomic development in the northwestern region and surrounding areas on March 24.
As the friendship between Vietnam and Thailand continues to thrive, the Vietnamese language is gaining popularity as a foreign language choice among Thai students, unlocking new opportunities for educational collaboration and cultural exchange between the two nations.
Following the official upgrade of bilateral ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership on March 12, the visit to Vietnam by Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong just over a week later, has drawn significant public attention.
Ba Den Mountain is set to become a major spiritual landmark, not only with its ancient pagoda system and sacred religious structures but also as the host of world-class cultural and Buddhist events. In 2025, the mountain will host a series of significant ceremonies during the United Nations Day of Vesak, including the procession of Buddha relics from India, the Bodhi trees planting event, and a grand candle-lighting ceremony to pray for world peace. These sacred rituals will transform Ba Den Mountain into a global pilgrimage destination, attracting thousands of Buddhist followers and visitors from around the world.
With nearly one million enterprises and approximately five million individual business households, the private economic sector plays a crucial role in Vietnam's economy. It currently contributes 51% of GDP, generates over 30% of state budget revenue, and provides employment for more than 40 million people, accounting for 82% of the total workforce.
Over the past 50 years of construction and development since the liberation of the South and national reunification (April 30, 1975 – 2025), Ho Chi Minh City has seen the emergence of numerous modern and civilised urban areas. These developments not only enhance the city's appearance but also improve residents’ quality of life. They reinforce the city’s position as a special urban centre and a leading hub for the economy, culture, education and training, and science and technology in Vietnam and Southeast Asia.
The traditional attire of Mong ethnic women is an essential part of their cultural identity. To preserve this heritage, many Mong women in the highlands of Yen Bai have established cooperatives and craft groups to promote their ethnic culture while also creating jobs and increasing household income.
Nghe An province’s border guards play a vital role in protecting the locality’s 82 km coastline and supporting over 327,500 residents in coastal areas. Their efforts ensure maritime security and help fishermen operate safely and legally.
Attending and delivering a speech at a ceremony to mark the 50th anniversary of liberation of Binh Phuoc (March 23, 1975-2025), State President Luong Cuong stressed that the anniversary is an occasion to recall its heroic history, honour and pay tribute to the fallen heroes and martyrs who dedicated their whole life and contributed to the struggle for national liberation and reunification.
The disbursed investment from the State budget is estimated at 1.48 billion USD in February, up 36.5% from the same period last year, according to the National Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance.
Vietnam exported 65.2 billion USD worth of products in January-February, a 10% increase compared to the same period last year. Meanwhile, imports totaled nearly 63 billion USD, rising 16%, resulting in a trade surplus of 235 million USD.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed Decision No. 444, dated February 27, 2025, setting targets for the completion of social housing by 2025 and in the following years up to 2030. Accordingly, by 2030, localities nationwide are tasked with completing 271,161 social housing units to help achieve the goal of building at least one million affordable social housing apartments for low-income earners and industrial park workers during the 2021–2030 period.
Stretching across seven adjoining communes of Quynh Luu district, Nghe An province for about 20 km, Quynh beach captivates visitors with its unique landscape, blending mountains, sea, rivers, and estuaries. With its soft sandy shores, crystal-clear waters, and serene natural scenery, the beach is a hidden gem offering great potential for marine tourism.
As the pure white blossoms of apricot and plum trees fade, giving way to fresh green buds and tiny fruits, Moc Chau plateau in Son La province transforms once again. Vast mustard flower fields burst into full bloom, captivating visitors with their vibrant yellow hues. Embracing this natural spectacle, local farmers have turned their land into stunning floral landscapes, attracting tourists for sightseeing, photography, and check-ins. The endless stretches of blooming fields create a mesmerizing scene, leaving visitors in awe upon arrival.
Ninh Binh, Vietnam’s first capital in the 10th century, boasts rich history, culture, and stunning landscapes. With strong potential for heritage tourism, local authorities have focused on developing high-value cultural experiences to attract visitors and showcase Vietnam’s traditions globally.
The Party and the State will provide the best possible conditions and maximum support for the development of the data industry so that Vietnam can soon become a digital nation with a digital society and a prosperous digital economy, Party General Secretary To Lam said while addressing the first national congress of the National Data Association, for the 2025-2030 tenure, in Hanoi on March 22.
Australia’s East Asia Forum commended Vietnam as an economic development model, crediting the new leadership for pushing hi-tech innovation, mega infrastructure and institutional reforms.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed Decision No. 444, dated February 27, 2025, setting targets for the completion of social housing by 2025 and the following years up to 2030. These targets will be incorporated into local socio-economic development plans.
The northern mountainous province of Ha Giang, renowned for its winding mountain passes, breathtaking natural landscapes, and rustic villages nestled against rocky slopes, offers a fascinating glimpse into the culture and authentic daily life of ethnic minority communities. The province is gaining increasing recognition on both the Vietnamese and global tourism maps, as reflected in search data from the digital travel platform Agoda.
