Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh affirmed that the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology, has cemented its position as a trailblazer, and core force in the national science system, during his visit on February 23, the first working day after the Lunar New Year holiday.
Party General Secretary To Lam visited the Party Central Committee’s Office on February 23, the first working day after the nine-day Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday, calling on officials and staff to immediately resume duties and ensure smooth, uninterrupted operations.
State President Luong Cuong attended the launch of the tree-planting festival in Cam Duong ward, Lao Cai province, on February 23 (the seventh day of the Lunar New Year).
The election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026–2031 term will take place on March 15, 2026. This is a major political event and a nationwide festival of democracy, where the people exercise their sovereignty through the ballot box.
The Da Nang Municipal People’s Council has recently approved a resolution on fisheries development for the 2026–2030 period, aiming to help lift the “yellow card” warning on illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing and build a sustainable local fisheries sector.
During the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday from February 14–22, Phu Quoc International Airport handled 767 flights and more than 260,473 passengers, marking its strongest Tet growth since becoming operational in 2012.
Starting February 23, the two metro lines returned to their regular timetable. Trains run daily from 5:30 am to 10:00 pm. On weekdays, they operate every six minutes during peak hours (6:30–9:00 am and 4:30–7:30 pm), every 10 minutes during off-peak times, and every 15 minutes from 7:30–10:00 pm. On weekends and public holidays, trains arrive every 10 minutes.
According to the Vietnam Railways Corporation, the Hanoi-Ho Chi Minh City route accounted for 906 services, providing 384,000 seats. Other routes operated 988 services, offering a further 377,700 seats.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has approved the National Target Programme on New-style Rural Area Development, Sustainable Poverty Reduction and Socio-economic Development in Ethnic Minority and Mountainous Areas for 2026–2035, with Phase I to be implemented from now to 2030.
Built during the Ly Dynasty (1009- 1225), Dong Ky communal house in Dong Nguyen ward, Bac Ninh province has withstood the test of time, wars, and several restoration efforts, while still preserving its traditional architectural features.
The Communist Party of Vietnam’s 100-year leadership of the Vietnamese revolution can be divided into four periods, each marking a distinct era and a crucial turning point in the country’s revolutionary journey.
Vietnam is set to become a one-trillion-USD economy in the coming years. With strong growth momentum, many forecasts suggest this target could be reached by 2031 or 2032 if high growth rates are maintained, or later, by 2040.
Party General Secretary To Lam attended the launch of the annual tree planting festival at the grounds of the Communist Party of Vietnam Museum project in Hanoi on February 22.
At a time when industrial yellow apricot trees and mass production dominate the market, Hue quietly preserves something more precious than gold: royal apricot blossoms (hoang mai). More than just a Tet flower, Hue’s royal apricot blossoms are emerging as a trend-setting economic sector, where preserved genetic sources, imperial heritage, and the refined aesthetics of the former capital combine to create a value no other apricot-growing region can replicate.
The northwestern mountainous province of Lai Chau is home to 20 ethnic groups, each adding a unique cultural colour to the province’s rich human landscape. Amid deepening integration, local communities continue to preserve and promote traditional cultural values, turning culture into an inner strength and a solid foundation for sustainable development.
Hoang Nguu Son peak in the central province of Khanh Hoa rises about 948 metres above sea level, offering panoramic views of Nha Trang’s coastline. It is a popular destination for climbing, trekking and camping enthusiasts.
Nestled amid the majestic mountains, Kim Tien Pagoda in Tinh Bien ward, An Giang province, is a distinctive spiritual destination in the Seven Mountains (Bay Nui) region. The pagoda’s most striking feature is the 24-metre-tall Amitabha Buddha statue, solemnly positioned atop the main hall, rising prominently against the sky and the surrounding mountain ranges.
Resolution 79 of the Politburo sets out the overarching goal of enhancing efficiency and strengthening the leading, pioneering and strategic role of the state-owned economy in key and essential sectors. It aims to guide and support the development of other economic sectors, promote rapid and sustainable growth, ensure national defence and security, advance social progress and equity, and improve people’s living standards.
A wide range of spring festivals are being held nationwide, celebrating the nation’s history and rich cultural heritage.
As the warmth of family reunions lingers and the scent of peach and ochna blossoms fills the spring air, the festival season awakens across Vietnam. From the northern mountains to the fertile deltas, crowds gather at communal houses, temples, and pagodas. Throughout thousands of years of history, festivals have become a vital cultural activity-the spiritual heartbeat of the Vietnamese people every spring.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam To Lam met with US President Donald Trump at the White House on February 20 morning (local time) as part of his trip to Washington D.C. to attend the inaugural meeting of the Gaza Board of Peace.
Alongside promoting its strengths in historical tourism, the northwestern province of Dien Bien has stepped up efforts to develop tourism in close connection with the preservation of natural landscapes and indigenous cultural values.
The statue of Mother Goddess Lieu Hanh preserved at Quang Cung Temple in the northern province of Ninh Binh is regarded as one of the most remarkable masterpieces of Vietnamese spiritual sculpture.
During these days, moss has flourished across the rocky outcrops of Co Thach – Binh Thanh beach in Lien Huong commune, the Central Highland province of Lam Dong, creating a lush green expanse along the coastline. Ba Khom rock bank appears to be adorned in a soft, velvet-like emerald coat, attracting a multitude of locals and tourists alike for sightseeing and photography.
2025 marked a pivotal shift in national development as a major institutional breakthrough unfolds, positioning science, technology, and innovation as key drivers of growth.
The Government has issued Resolution 01 on the 2026 socio-economic development plan and state budget. A national gross domestic product (GDP) growth target of at least 10% has been set, alongside specific gross regional domestic product (GRDP) targets for each centrally-run city and province, aiming for macroeconomic stability, inflation control, and the maintenance of major economic balances.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam To Lam attended the inaugural meeting of the Gaza Board of Peace in Washington D.C. on February 19 morning (local time) at the invitation of US President Donald Trump, who is also the Board’s Founding Chairman.
After more than 11 years of participation in United Nations peacekeeping operations, Vietnam has left strong and positive impressions at missions in South Sudan, the Central African Republic and the Abyei Area. Drawing from a deep aspiration for peace shaped by a history of war, today’s Vietnam is asserting itself as a responsible nation, making active contributions to global peace and security.
