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Vietnam expected to issue new visa policies to boost tourism sector
In a bid to revive the struggling tourism sector, Vietnam is set to unveil a series of new visa and immigration policies at the upcoming National Assembly meeting.
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PM commends units for constructing pontoon bridge to serve Tet travel demand
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on February 16 sent a letter commending the determination and strong sense of responsibility of agencies and units in urgently building a pontoon bridge across the Lo river in Phu Tho province to promptly serve people’s travel demand during the Lunar New Year (Tet) 2026.
PM extends best wishes to doctors, patients on Tet occasion
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh visited and extended Tet greetings to medical staff and patients at Bach Mai Hospital and Viet Duc University Hospital in Hanoi while inspecting healthcare services during the holiday at these two leading central hospitals on February 16, or the last day of the Year of the Snake.
Green banh chung – Embracing the soul of Vietnamese Tet
Remembering banh chung is, for many, the same as remembering Tet itself – the ancestral tradition and the warmth of family reunion each spring.
Hanoi offers free parking, public transport during Lunar New Year
During Tet, Hanoi offers free parking at selected schools and locations surrounding central heritage sites. In addition, single-journey fares are waived on the Cat Linh–Ha Dong and Nhon–Hanoi Station metro lines, while subsidised public bus services across the city are operating free of charge during the holiday period.
Thousands of new classrooms in Ho Chi Minh City set to open in early 2026
Construction on dozens of school projects across Ho Chi Minh City is being accelerated ahead of Tet (Lunar New Year) holiday, with thousands of new classrooms and modern facilities expected to be put into operation in the first months of 2026.
Five major shifts chart overseas Vietnamese affairs in 2026 and beyond
In a world marked by intensifying strategic competition, emerging conflicts and intertwined economic, security and social challenges, nearly 6.5 million Vietnamese living in over 130 countries and territories have continued to look to the homeland as a firm spiritual anchor. The homeland remains a source of confidence, connection and aspiration for Vietnamese abroad.
PM Pham Minh Chinh extends Tet greetings to environmental sanitation workers in Hanoi
The PM expressed heartfelt appreciation to the “silent workers” who forgo personal time and family reunions to keep the city green, clean and orderly, contributing to the health and well-being of residents.
Vietnamese Tet celebrated at City Hall in Paris
The celebration featured cultural performances and traditional Tet cuisine, leaving a warm impression of a united Vietnamese community and the growing Vietnam–France friendship.
Vietnam supports Cuba in ensuring food security
Cuban Deputy Minister of Agriculture Telce Abdel González affirmed that Cuba will create all favourable conditions for AgriVMA’s rice production project in Los Palacios district, Pinar del Río province, with a view to expanding the model to other localities across the country.
PM visits former Party General Secretary, offers incense to late leaders ahead of Tet
During a visit to former Party General Secretary Nong Duc Manh at his private residence, the PM wished him and his family good health, happiness and success in the New Year.
Ho Chi Minh City: 5,000 workers return to their hometowns for Tet with free bus tickets
The programme, organised by the Ho Chi Minh City Labour Federation, is part of activities to care for union members and workers during the Tet holiday.
Breakthroughs under Resolution 57 drive local development
Following the Politburo’s Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW on advancing science, technology, innovation and national digital transformation, many localities across Vietnam are translating strategic guidelines into concrete action, laying the foundation for a new development model based on knowledge, technology and modern governance.
Over 14,660 tonnes of rice allocated to localities during Tet, between-crop period
More than 14,660 tonnes of rice from the national reserve were allocated to 13 provinces and centrally-run cities to support people during the Lunar New Year (Tet) Festival and the between-crop period in 2026.
NA Chairman presents Tet gifts to policy beneficiary, disadvantaged families in Can Tho
The top legislator told Thanh Xuan commune to invest more efforts in socio-economic development by identifying local strengths, attracting investment and working with the city to facilitate development projects.
Authorities of Cambodia’s Banteay Meanchey province pay pre-Tet visit to Vinh Long
A local official expressed his hope that the relationship of “good neighbourliness, traditional friendship, comprehensive cooperation and long-term sustainability” between Vietnam and Cambodia, as well as between the two provinces, will continue to develop fruitfully.
Sun Group presents Ho Chi Minh City with COVID-19 memorial park
Fully funded by Sun Group with total investment exceeding 263 billion VND (10.1 million USD), the park was built in just over 90 consecutive days and nights and officially opened shortly before the Lunar New Year.
Tan Son Nhat Airport handles record 164,000 passengers on February 13
During the Tet peak period, the airport is expected to operate an average of 940 flights per day, including about 600 domestic and 340 international flights, up 25% from regular schedules and 7% year-on-year.
Ho Chi Minh City leaders pay tribute to fallen heroes ahead of Tet
They observed a minute of silence in profound appreciation of the sacrifices made by heroic Vietnamese mothers and fallen soldiers who gave their youth and lives for national liberation and reunification.
“Red study tour” initiative strengthens Vietnam–China youth friendship
During the programme, articipants visited and conducted field studies in localities in Guangxi, including Nanning, Guilin, Liuzhou, Chongzuo and Fangchenggang. They toured historical sites associated with President Ho Chi Minh’s revolutionary activities in China.
Homeland Spring Festival highlights Vietnamese culture in Northeast Thailand
Participants shared emotional moments at the gathering, saying the event helped them reconnect with traditional Tet customs and maintain close ties with the homeland despite living abroad for decades.
