West Lake is one of Hanoi’s most beautiful landmarks, its timeless charm long inspiring poets and travellers alike. As the largest lake in the capital, it offers breathtaking scenery, from ancient pagodas to stretches of lush greenery.
The transport connectivity project for northern mountainous provinces, approved by the Prime Minister, comprises two routes with a total length of around 200 km. Work is under way to resolve site-clearance obstacles to ensure the project stays on schedule for completion and opening to traffic by June 30, 2026, creating major opportunities for economic growth, tourism and trade across the northwest region.
Con Dao National Park has received Green List certification by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), recognising its effective, transparent and equitable management in line with international standards.
Over the past 65 years, Vietnam and Cuba have always stood shoulder to shoulder, from the struggles for national independence to the challenging periods of national building and development.
Party General Secretary To Lam and his spouse attended a ceremony in Vientiane on December 2 morning marking the 50th National Day of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, and the 105th birth anniversary of President Kaysone Phomvihane.
The daily reference exchange rate is at 25,151 VND/USD on December 5, down 1 VND from the previous day.
In 2026, the province targets expanding its lychee-growing area to 29,800 ha with an expected output of 160,000 tonnes. Of this, 17,500 ha will be produced under VietGAP standards with an estimated yield of 125,000 tonnes; GlobalGAP-certified lychee areas will be maintained at 235 ha; and organic lychee areas at 10 ha.
Vietnamese durian is still experiencing strong growth despite facing technical barriers from China, thanks to improved quality and competitive pricing.
President Luong Cuong presided over the official welcoming ceremony on December 1 for Sultan of Brunei Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, who is on a State visit to Vietnam from November 30 to December 2.
Party General Secretary To Lam and his spouse Ngo Phuong Ly, together with a high-ranking delegation of Vietnam arrived in Vientiane on December 1 morning, beginning a state visit to Laos.
Observed annually on December 1 since 1988, World AIDS Day is a global occasion to raise awareness about the HIV-driven AIDS pandemic and to honour those who have lost their lives to the disease. Thirty-five years after the first HIV cases were detected in Vietnam, under the leadership of the Party and the State and with broad social engagement, HIV/AIDS programmes have expanded and become more effective, helping curb transmission and reduce the disease’s impact on public health and the country’s sustainable development.
Lam Dong province has approved the master plan for Mui Ne National Tourist Area up to 2040, with a vision to 2050.
On November 29 afternoon, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh visited the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak to encourage residents severely affected by the floods, provide support, and inspect the local recovery efforts.
The construction site of Lien Chieu port in Da Nang city is entering the final stage, with more than 95% of the workload completed. Major components are taking shape, revealing the appearance of what will be the largest seaport in central Vietnam, invested by Da Nang’s Priority Infrastructure Investment Project Management Board.
On November 28 in Hanoi, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attended the send-off ceremony for the Vietnamese sports delegation to the 33rd SEA Games.
For nearly a month, fishermen in the coastal villages of Dien Chau, An Chau and Hai Chau in Nghe An province have begun the crab-fishing season using gillnets about 5–20 nautical miles offshore. Fresh crab prices remain stable at 120,000–220,000 VND/kg depending on size, enabling each bamboo-raft trip to earn 2–3 million VND.
Border Guard forces in central provinces have mobilised personnel to transport essential goods, clean up affected areas, provide medical examinations and treatment, and help local residents overcome severe flood damage.
Son La now has the country’s largest area and output of Arabica coffee, with more than 30,000 hectares and an average annual yield of 40,000–50,000 tonnes of fresh cherries. At this time of year, farmers across the hillsides are busy with the coffee harvest. With prices starting from 30,000 VND per kilogram, growers are enjoying strong returns and a notably upbeat season.
Strategically located for defence and security, Hon Khoai island features rugged mountainous terrain, fresh water sources around the island, and a diverse, rich ecosystem. Once fully developed, Hon Khoai is set to become a key connection point for the Mekong Delta economic zone, cutting transport and logistics costs, boosting local economic development, and forming a new gateway for Vietnam’s international trade.
After many years of dwindling floods, the flood season this year brings an abundance of water to downstream rice fields in Vi Thanh 1, Vi Thuy, Tan Hoa, Vinh Vien communes, and many other communes in Can Tho city. The flood water brings nourishing sediments, replenishes fish and shrimp, creating a prosperous season of harvest for local people.
With a history and culture spanning thousands of years, Vietnam is home to an extraordinarily diverse and distinctive range of tangible and intangible cultural heritage. This rich archive of heritage not only shapes the depth, diversity, and unique identity of the nation’s culture, but also serves as a vital resource for the sustainable development of tourism, contributing to enhancing Vietnam’s profile on the international stage.
On the morning of November 22 (local time) in Johannesburg, South Africa, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attended and delivered a speech at the plenary session of the G20 Summit.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attended the opening session of the G20 Summit on the morning of November 22 (local time) in Johannesburg, South Africa.
CNN Travel has once again listed Vietnamese banh mi among the 25 best sandwiches in the world, underscoring the growing global appeal of this iconic street food.
Mid-November has brought bustling activity to the coastal waters of Ho Chi Minh City as fisherfolk report abundant hauls of anchovies.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his spouse departed Algiers on the evening of 20 November (local time), wrapping up a successful official visit to Algeria before travelling to South Africa to attend the G20 Summit at the invitation of President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa, the 2025 G20 Chair.
From Algeria, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on Nov. 20 chaired an online meeting with central provinces to coordinate rescue operations and disaster response amid severe floods. The meeting focused on urgent measures to save lives and minimize damage.
Prolonged heavy rain has caused severe flooding across multiple areas in Khanh Hoa province, isolating communities and forcing rapid evacuations.
