People across the country are looking toward the upcoming election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels on March 15. For residents in border and remote areas, each ballot represents both trust and hope for a more prosperous future.
Phu Quoc has secured the second place in the “Best Islands” category at the DestinAsian Readers’ Choice Awards 2026. Voted for by millions of affluent global travellers, this gold standard ranking reflects the island’s world-class landscapes, infrastructure, and services.
The ancient dance “Con di danh bong” is a distinctive highlight of the traditional festival in Trieu Khuc village, Thanh Liet ward, Hanoi. The graceful, rhythmic movements of young men dressed as women create a lively atmosphere during the early spring festivities, reviving a unique form of folk performance and reflecting the enduring vitality of local heritage in modern times.
The Resolution of the 14th National Party Congress sets several environmental targets for the 2026–2030 period, including maintaining forest coverage at 42 percent, cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 8–9 percent, treating and reusing 65–70 percent of wastewater in river basins, and expanding marine and coastal protected areas to at least 6 percent of Vietnam’s maritime area.
During Vietnam’s first General Election in 1946, out of deep respect and affection for President Ho Chi Minh, the chairpersons of People’s Committees and all village representatives in Hanoi unanimously submitted a petition requesting that he be exempted from standing as a candidate. By then, he had already been honoured by the entire nation as the permanent President of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam.
UOB maintained its forecast for Vietnam’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth at 7.5% in 2026, with first-quarter growth projected at around 7%.
According to the national flag carrier, it will increase the use of wide-body aircraft with larger seating capacity on several European routes to better meet rising travel demand.
Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Nguyen Truc Son vowed to accompany investors and provide them with optimal conditions, while building a transparent and stable business environment to secure long-term engagement from foreign enterprises, particularly those from Daejeon.
On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the establishment of Vietnam’s National Assembly, as the country prepares for the election of the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term, Vietnam News Agency’s correspondent in Buenos Aires interviewed Marcelo Rodriguez, Head of the External Relations Commission of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Argentina.
Vietnam’s decision to move the election for the National Assembly and People’s Councils forward by two months aims to promptly consolidate senior leadership in line with the Party’s direction and practical needs, which Professor Vu Minh Khuong of the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy in Singapore described as a wise and bold step.
Cultural and sporting activities were held in Dien Bien Phu ward as part of the Ban Flower Festival, recreating historic milestones and the heroic spirit of the 1954 Dien Bien Phu Campaign. A highlight was the re-enactment of artillery pulling, pack-bike pushing, and ammunition carrying.
The central province of Nghe An is stepping up monitoring of fishing vessels entering and leaving ports in a bid to address shortcomings in combating illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
In late February and early March, ban flowers (Bauhinia) bloom across hillsides and streets in Son La province, creating a romantic landscape that attracts residents and visitors for sightseeing and photos.
The Resolution of the 14th National Party Congress sets a target for the 2026–2030 period to achieve average annual GDP growth of at least 10%, raising GDP per capita to about 8,500 USD by 2030.
As the election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and the People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026–2031 term approaches, authorities and organisations across Dong Thap province are intensifying information and communication efforts on the election through various channels, particularly by applying digital technology. The initiative aims to help residents better understand the significance of the election as well as their rights and responsibilities as voters.
Party General Secretary To Lam chaired a conference in Hanoi on March 10 to announce the Politburo’s decision to establish the Central Theoretical Council for the 2026–2031 tenure.
Amid increasingly complex developments in the Middle East, the Vietnam National Industry-Energy Group (Petrovietnam) has proactively taken a range of measures to ensure a stable energy supply for the domestic market.
Vietnam is stepping up efforts to master core technologies as it enters the digital era. The Government has recently issued a list of 11 groups of strategic technologies, and 35 strategic technology products, marking an important step toward strengthening national competitiveness and technological self-reliance.
Ao dai – Vietnamese traditional dress is increasingly making its mark on the international stage through cultural and fashion events abroad. In early March, activities held in London (the UK) and Macau (China) highlighted the elegance and cultural value of the iconic garment, while also strengthening connections between Vietnamese communities overseas and international audiences.
With ideal soil and seasonal advantages, Vietnam’s winter-spring fruits and vegetables are seeing record demand across Northeast Asia and within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Favourable weather has pushed both quality and yields ahead of regional competitors.
Outstanding young farmer Luong Van Truong from Nghia Hung commune, Ninh Binh province, has applied a range of science and technology solutions in agricultural production, including ultra-fast germinating seeds, sprouted brown rice and no-tillage farming techniques. His innovations help increase the value of rice, protect the environment and promote modern agriculture, while inspiring local youth to pursue innovative start-ups.
The Resolution of the 14th National Party Congress sets out key economic, social and environmental development goals and targets for the 2026–2030 period. Key social targets include raising the Human Development Index (HDI) to around 0.8; increasing life expectancy at birth to 75.5 years, with healthy life expectancy reaching at least 68 years.
Party General Secretary To Lam received Scott Strazik, President and CEO of US energy equipment firm GE Vernova, in Hanoi on March 9.
The elegance of Vietnam’s traditional dress, the Ao dai, took center stage at a cultural event held in the Macau Special Administrative Region, China, where members of the Vietnamese community gathered to celebrate its beauty and cultural significance.
A training course for managers of the Vietnam International Financial Centre has recently opened at Vietnam-Germany University in Ho Chi Minh City. The programme aims to build a workforce capable of operating a global financial centre in Vietnam.
Central Highlands ethnic communities recreated their traditional season-praying and peace-praying festival at the “Spring Colours Across the Country” event in Hanoi.
Numerous residents and visitors took part in a series of interactive activities in an exhibition titled “Admiring Imperial Annotations - Preserving Woodblock Imprints” recently held in Hanoi.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attended the opening ceremony of the 2026 Ban Flower Festival in the northwestern province of Dien Bien Province on March 8, calling on the locality to make tourism a key driver of growth for both the province and the wider Northwest region.
