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Hanoi vibrant with national flags marking big festivals
These days, many streets and alleys of Hanoi are adorned with vibrant national flags, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975 - 2025). The image of the national flag holds profound and sacred meaning for every Vietnamese person, symbolizing their patriotism and national pride.
April 30 victory – A source of encouragement for countries worldwide: Communist Party of Argentina chief
Talking to the Vietnam News Agency (VNA)'s correspondent in Buenos Aires, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Argentina Jorge Kreneyss affirmed that the April 30, 1975 triumph, which led to the complete liberation of the South and the reunification of Vietnam, once again demonstrated the important role played by the Communist Party of Vietnam in guiding the nation from one triumph to another.
Laos, Cambodia join Vietnam’s reunification parade rehearsal in HCM City
Armed forces from Laos and Cambodia engaged in the final joint rehearsal in Ho Chi Minh City on April 22 night in preparation for Vietnam’s upcoming grand parade commemorating the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification (April 30, 1975–2025).
Living history: War artefacts honour historic April 30
April 30, 1975 marked the liberation of the south and national reunification - a historic milestone of the country. At the Vietnam Military History Museum, artefacts preserved from that time serve as vivid witnesses to those heroic days. More than relics of battle, these items convey a deep yearning for peace and inspire pride and gratitude in today’s generations.
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The first four months: International arrivals to Vietnam rose by 23.8%
In the first four months of this year, Vietnam welcomed 7.67 million international visitors, marking a 23.8% increase compared to the same period last year. This growth can be attributed to favorable visa policies and strong tourism promotion efforts.
Resolution No. 68: Private sector to become the key driver of the national economy
Party General Secretary To Lam has recently signed Resolution No. 68-NQ/TW of the Politburo on private sector development. The resolution sets the goal that by 2030, the private sector will become the most important driver of the national economy, taking the lead in science and technology, innovation, and digital transformation.
Vietnam-Russia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
At the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Party General Secretary To Lam and his spouse will pay an official visit to Russia and attend the 80th anniversary of the Victory of the Soviet people in the Great Patriotic War, from May 8 to 11, 2025. This marks the first official visit to Russia by To Lam since his election as General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam. The visit holds special significance as it takes place during the two countries' celebration of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations (January 30, 1950 – January 30, 2025).
Over 2,700 delegates attend the 2025 United Nations Day of Vesak in Vietnam
The celebration takes place on May 6-8 in Ho Chi Minh City, with over 2,700 delegates—including around 1,300 international guests from 85 countries and territories —gathering under the theme: “Solidarity and Tolerance for Human Dignity: Buddhist Wisdom for World Peace and Sustainable Development.”
Traditional friendship relations between Vietnam and Azerbaijan
At the invitation of President Ilham Aliyev, Party General Secretary To Lam and his spouse pay a state visit to Azerbaijan on 7–8 May 2025 — the first visit at General Secretary level since diplomatic ties were established in 1992, marking the highest-level exchange in a decade and advancing bilateral relations to a new height.
15th NA’s 9 session: Reviewing constitutional amendments, merging provincial administrative units
The 9th session of the 15th National Assembly (NA) opened on May 5 and is scheduled to close on June 30. Lawmakers will review and decide on 54 items related to constitutional and legislative work, including amendments to the 2013 Constitution and a resolution on merging provincial administrative units. They will also consider 14 groups of issues on socio-economic matters, the state budget, oversight, and other key topics.
Vietnam - Kazakhstan traditional friendship, multifaceted cooperation
Party General Secretary To Lam left Hanoi on May 5 for state visits to Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan, an official visit to Russia where he will attend the celebration of the 80th anniversary of the Victory of the Great Patriotic War, and then a state visit to Belarus from May 5 to 12. Kazakhstan will be the first stop for General Secretary To Lam in this European tour. The visit comes at a time when the traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation between Vietnam and Kazakhstan are progressing positively. It aims to further strengthen the bilateral ties between the two countries across various fields.
Vietnam-Sri Lanka traditional friendship, multifaceted cooperation
President of Sri Lanka, Anura Kumara Dissanayaka, is paying a state visit to Vietnam and participating in the 20th United Nations Day of Vesak celebrations from May 4 to 6, at the invitation of his counterpart, Vietnamese President Luong Cuong. The visit coincides with the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
Key targets for sci-tech, innovation and national digital transformation by 2030
According to the Politburo’s resolution on breakthroughs in science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation, Vietnam has set ambitious targets for 2030. The country aims to achieve advanced capabilities in science, technology, and innovation across several key fields, ranking among the leading nations in the
upper-middle-income group.
Bas-reliefs on the Nine Bronze Urns in Hue Imperial Palace
The bas-reliefs on the Nine Bronze Urns at the Hue Imperial Palace have been recognised as documentary heritage of the Asia-Pacific region by the Memory of the World Asia-Pacific Committee (MOWCAP).
16 intangible cultural heritage elements recognised by UNESCO
The Ba Chua Xu (Holy Mother of the Realm) Festival at Sam mountain in the Mekong Delta province of An Giang was officially recognised by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage of humanity at the 19th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage in Paraguay on December 4. With this recognition, the festival has become the 16th intangible cultural heritage element of Vietnam recognised by UNESCO.
Preserving, promoting cultural heritage of Vi, Giam folk songs
Vi and Giam songs are sung by a wide range of communities in Nghe An and Ha Tinh provinces of north-central Vietnam. They were honoured by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage of humanity in 2014.
Glorious tradition of the Vietnam People's Army
The Vietnam People’s Army (VPA) celebrate its 80th founding anniversary on December 22, 2024, a milestone in the army’s glorious history of serving and defending the nation. After 80 years of construction and development, the VPA has truly proven its revolutionary nature as an army “born from the people, fighting for the people, and serving the people”.
Build a clean, strong, and comprehensive Party to truly be "moral and civilised"
In his speech at the national ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification on April 30, 2025, Party General Secretary To Lam affirmed: Proud of the glorious Party and the great achievements of our army and people under the Party's leadership, we must strive to build a clean, strong and comprehensive Party so that the Party is truly "moral and civilised", representing the intelligence, honour and conscience of the nation and the era, worthy of the trust, choice and expectations of the people.
Striving to build a peaceful, unified, happy, prosperous, and developed Vietnam (Part 3)
In his address at the national ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification on April 30, 2025, Party General Secretary To Lam affirmed as a nation that experienced countless pains and losses due to the wars in the past and also a nation that has enjoyed great benefits from peace and friendly cooperation in recent decades, Vietnam earnestly desires to work with the international community to build a future of peace, prosperity, solidarity and development.
Striving to build a peaceful, unified, happy, prosperous, and developed Vietnam (Part 2)
In his address at the national ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification on April 30, 2025, Party General Secretary To Lam affirmed as a nation that experienced countless pains and losses due to the wars in the past and also a nation that has enjoyed great benefits from peace and friendly cooperation in recent decades, Vietnam earnestly desires to work with the international community to build a future of peace, prosperity, solidarity and development.
Striving to build a peaceful, unified, happy, prosperous, and developed Vietnam (Part 1)
In his address at the national ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification on April 30, 2025, Party General Secretary To Lam affirmed as a nation that experienced countless pains and losses due to the wars in the past and also a nation that has enjoyed great benefits from peace and friendly cooperation in recent decades, Vietnam earnestly desires to work with the international community to build a future of peace, prosperity, solidarity and development.
Deep integration into the world politics, global economy, and human civilization
In his address at the national ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification on April 30, 2025, Party General Secretary To Lam affirmed after 50 years of national reunification and nearly 40 years of implementing the Doi moi (renewal) policy, Vietnam has overcome numerous difficulties and challenges to achieve monumental accomplishments of historical significance, creating the foundation, potential, position and international prestige as today.
Seven valuable lessons for the revolutionary cause of the Party and the nation
In his address at the national ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification on April 30, 2025, Party General Secretary To Lam affirmed that the Great Spring 1975 Victory left behind valuable lessons in both theory and practice for the revolutionary cause of our Party and nation.
The foundation of Vietnam’s victory in the war against the United States
In his address at the national ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification on April 30, 2025, Party General Secretary To Lam declared: The victory of the resistance war against the US for national salvation stemmed from the correct and creative leadership of the Party; from the people’s war policy, carried out through the strength of great national unity and international solidarity; from the combination of military, political and, diplomatic struggles and the art of seizing the right moment to concentrate forces for a general offensive and uprising; from the strength of the great rear base in the North supporting the major frontlines in the South; from the great, righteous, sincere and effective support and assistance of the Soviet Union, China and fraternal socialist countries; from the Vietnam - Laos - Cambodia special solidarity; from peace-loving, progressive people and forces worldwide, including the progressive Americans.
