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Visitors can explore the peaceful rhythm of life in Cam Thanh coconut village while drifting along on small basket boats rowed by local residents.

An Giang has long been known for its traditional craft villages, which preserve the rich cultural heritage of Vietnam’s southwestern region. Amid rapid modernisation, safeguarding and promoting the values of these craft villages has become an important task in preserving the unique cultural identity of the Bay Nui (Seven Mountains) area, while also creating momentum for sustainable tourism and local economic development.

The Da Nang International Fireworks Festival 2026 (DIFF 2026) officially opened on the banks of the Han River in Da Nang on the evening of May 30. The opening night featured a competition between the Da Nang team of Vietnam and the Chinese team, centred on the theme of "Nature".

The Lang Sang satellite campus of Hang Dong Primary and Lower Secondary School in Ta Xua commune, Son La province, is located far from the main school, with travel conditions extremely difficult. Despite the many economic hardships faced by local residents, the children’s faces still light up with excitement at the chance to go to school, learn to read and write, and meet their friends and teachers.

On May 29 evening, Party General Secretary and State President To Lam delivered the keynote address at the 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue – a leading and prestigious forum on defense and security in Asia and the world. This was the first time the top Vietnamese leader attended and delivered an important speech at a multilateral event on regional security.

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam held talks with Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on the morning of May 29 as part of his three-day state visit to Singapore.

On the morning of May 29 at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs headquarters in Singapore, President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and his spouse hosted an official welcoming ceremony for Party General Secretary and State President To Lam, his spouse, and the high-level Vietnamese delegation on their state visit to the Republic of Singapore.

Situated at an altitude of 1,600-1,800m above sea level, Nam Luc Waterfall in Sin Ho commune, Lai Chau province, captivates visitors with its majestic beauty and strong potential for eco-tourism development.

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam held talks with Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul in Bangkok on May 28, as part of his official visit to Thailand.

As the rainy season begins in the northern mountainous province of Lai Chau, water flows down from mountain streams, filling the terraced rice fields like giant mirrors reflecting the sky. Across the highlands, ethnic communities are busy preparing for a new farming season.

As part of the official visit to Thailand, on May 27 afternoon, Party General Secretary and State President To Lam, along with his spouse, and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation visited the Ho Chi Minh Memorial Site in Udon Thani province, where they offered incense and flowers in tribute to President Ho Chi Minh.

One of the preserved rituals reflecting the spiritual and cultural depth as well as the strong sense of community passed down through generations at the Keo Village Festival, in Thuan An commune, Hanoi, is the ancient “Robing the Buddha” ceremony.

Hanoi is enduring peak summer heat, with soaring temperatures disrupting daily life. To escape the sweltering weather, many residents are starting their days earlier than usual.

Serey Meang Kol Sa Kor Pagoda (Vinh Thanh Pagoda) in An Chau commune in the Mekong delta province of An Giang is home to a remarkable complex of giant Buddha statues, featuring architecture deeply rooted in Khmer Theravada Buddhist culture.

On the morning of May 25, 2026, as people returned to work after the weekend, commuters on Hanoi’s central streets wrapped themselves in sun-protective clothing, sunglasses and face masks to cope with soaring temperatures from early morning. To safeguard public health amid the impacts of climate change, city authorities proactively regulated traffic and advised outdoor workers and commuters on heatstroke prevention measures.

Van Quan black incense in the northern province of Hung Yen is renowned for its rich and pure fragrance. The craft has provided sustainable livelihoods for local residents.

Amid vast ocean waves, the DK1 platforms stand like unique homes in the open sea. In a place where only sea winds and the sound of waves prevail year-round, soldiers maintain a simple and steady rhythm of life.

Water wheels are not only irrigation tools but also a distinctive cultural feature of the Thai ethnic community in Binh Chuan valley in the central province of Nghe An.

At daybreak in Ly Son Special Zone in the central province of Quang Ngai, the fishing port area in An Vinh village becomes lively as boats return after a night at sea, serving as a familiar trading hub for local fishermen.

The image of Vietnam’s national flag fluttering against the vast backdrop of the sea and sky evokes deep national pride and reaffirms the sacred sovereignty of the nation’s seas and islands. On vessels, islands and offshore platforms, the red flag with a yellow star stands as a powerful symbol of faith, resilience and love for the homeland.