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The 13th National Party Congress term saw science, technology and innovation going through a comprehensive transformation. Beyond growth in academic research, the most significant changes lie in mindset, institutional reform, and implementation methods.
Party chief highlights importance of science, technology-driven development model
Party General Secretary To Lam on January 7 stressed the urgent and critical need to transform the country’s development model toward one based on science and technology, alongside the pursuit of double-digit growth in tandem with the establishment of a new growth model.
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Vietnam emerges as top global tourism performer in 2025
Vietnam welcomed nearly 21.2 million foreign arrivals in 2025, marking a stellar 20.4% increase from 2024 and surpassing 2019 pre-pandemic levels by 19%.
Hanoi’s Tet-coloured art space enchants visitors
Art works in various forms and materials are being showcased at an exhibition entitled “Spring Colours of the Year of the Horse” at the Ho Guom Cultural Information Centre in Hanoi’s Old Quarter.
Spring Fair 2026: Hong Kong experience offers insights for Vietnam–Hong Kong trade cooperation
To maintain and further promote its role as a regional event-hosting hub, Hong Kong (China) has maximised connectivity between the authorities, industry associations and business organisations, creating an efficient linkage mechanism, according to Vu Thi Thuy, Deputy Consul General and Head of the Vietnam Trade Office in the special administrative region.
Mekong Delta repositions as global tourism hub
As one of Vietnam's primary tourism regions, the Mekong Delta is pivoting toward a sustainable future centred on green tourism, environmental protection, and the preservation of cultural heritage.
Preserving memories of old Tet through traditional craft of xam huong
Xam huong, an elegant folk game that originated in the royal court before spreading among the public, is today kept alive by a single artisan in Hue who has devoted more than 40 years to the craft. Quietly and patiently, he continues to preserve this distinctive cultural tradition, artisan
Vietnam’s diverse culinary showcased at Spring Fair
At the Glorious Spring Fair 2026 at the Vietnam Exposition Centre in Hanoi, the “Xuan My Vi” (Spring Flavours) zone has emerged as one of the most crowded attractions.
Here, hundreds of Vietnamese dishes are on display and sold.
Tet traditions thrive among Vietnamese in Washington
As the Lunar New Year approaches, Vietnamese communities across the United States once again come together to celebrate Tet, keeping alive the traditions of their homeland. In many places, families gather to wrap chung cake that symbolises the essence of the Vietnamese New Year.
Spring bonds mainland and Truong Sa archipelago
As the Lunar New Year - the Year of the Horse - approaches, the Naval Region 4 Command has organised a series of meaningful activities to bring warmth and encouragement to officers, soldiers, and civilians stationed in the Truong Sa archipelago.
Mesmerising tourism products offered in ancient capital
Spring marks Ninh Binh’s tourism peak season. In response to the increasing demand from tourists during the Lunar New Year, local destinations are therefore focusing on enhancing service quality and diversifying their product offerings.
Vietnam launches first cross-sea UAV delivery route
The Department of Science and Technology of Ho Chi Minh City, in coordination with Vietnam Post and CT UAV JSC, launched a UAV-based delivery route connecting Can Gio and Vung Tau on February 12.
Calligraphy festival highlights tradition of learning, cultural heritage
A calligraphy festival has officially opened at the Temple of Literature in Hanoi, kicking off a series of cultural and artistic activities to welcome the Lunar New Year.
Tet flavours shared in wintry Moscow
Amid the joyful atmosphere welcoming the Lunar New Year – the Year of the Horse 2026 – the Embassy of Vietnam in Russia on February 11 organised a traditional chung cake wrapping programme in Moscow.
Collecting voter cards preserves historical memory
For Hoang Anh Tuan, voter cards are vivid mementoes preserving the milestones of Vietnam’s electoral history. Over the years, he has collected hundreds, then thousands, of voter cards from localities nationwide.
Horse mascots at 500 year old pottery village
As the Lunar New Year approaches, Thanh Ha ancient pottery village in the heritage land of Hoi An once again fires up its kilns, entering the busiest season of the year. The steady hum of spinning wheels, the swift hands of artisans, and the warmth radiating from glowing kilns create an atmosphere that is urgent and bustling, yet full of excitement.
Spring Fair 2026 serves as platform to promote national brands
Vietnam is stepping up consumer promotion and trade cooperation through seasonal Spring Fairs, which serve not only as shopping events, but also as platforms to promote national brands, and strengthen international partnerships.
2nd consultative conferences finalise preliminary list for NA, People’s Council election
Among the 217 central-level nominees, 51 are women, accounting for 23.5%, 21 are from ethnic minority groups (9.68%), and 138 are incumbent deputies seeking re-election (63.59%). In terms of qualifications, 28 hold university degrees (12.9%), 189 have postgraduate degrees (87.09%), and none are below university level.
OVs keeps traditions alive while embracing integration
On February 9, the Vietnamese Association in Ufa, Russia, held a Lunar New Year celebration at the city’s Central Cultural House, welcoming the Year of the Horse with members of the local community. The event was not only an opportunity to mark the arrival of spring but also helped introduce an important Vietnamese cultural tradition to the wider host society.
Vietnam International Financial Centre in Ho Chi Minh City launched
The Vietnam International Financial Centre in Ho Chi Minh City was officially launched on February 11.
Vietnam’s craft village essence showcased at Spring Fair 2026
At the Spring Fair 2026 underway at the Vietnam Exposition Centre in Hanoi, artisans nationwide have gathered to showcase the essence of the nation’s traditional crafts.
Party chief commends subcommittees preparing for 14th National Congress
Party General Secretary To Lam on February 10 met with members of the subcommittees preparing for the 14th National Party Congress and the Steering Committee tasked with reviewing theoretical and practical issues arising from nearly four decades of Vietnam’s socialist-oriented renewal process.
