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Under the scorching sun of South Sudan, where Vietnam’s Level 2 Field Hospital Rotation 6 is on a peacekeeping mission, the warmth of Lunar New Year (Tet) has arrived. The blue-beret soldiers have brought the essence of Vietnamese spring to this distant land.
PM pays Tet visit to Thanh Hoa
PM Pham Minh Chinh expressed his confidence that the Party organisation, administration, whole political system, armed forces and people of Thanh Hoa will promote solidarity and take drastic actions to fulfill the tasks for 2025 with results better than last year's.
Making Tet cakes with Red Dao people in Cao Bang
As the old year ends and the new year approaches, the Red Dao people in Nguyen Binh district, Cao Bang province, begin their preparations for Tet. They venture into the forest or visit the market to gather dong leaves, mill glutinous rice, and prepare to make “banh chung gu” (hunchback glutinous rice cakes) and brew liquor. During Tet, the Red Dao's cuisine is simple and rustic but carries deep meaning, with banh chung gu serving as the centerpiece of every family celebration.
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PM works with major foreign investors in Ba Ria-Vung Tau
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh engaged in a working session with leaders of major enterprises in Ba Ria-Vung Tau on March 20, as part of his working visit to the southern coastal province.
Vietnam ranks second in Southeast Asia in happiness index
Vietnam has climbed to the 46th position in the 2025 World Happiness Report, up eight places from the 2023 rankings.
Tourism stimulus programme offers attractive promotions
The 2025 tourism stimulus programme, themed "Vietnam – Travel to Love," has received strong support from travel businesses across the country, with numerous companies introducing attractive promotions.
State leader meets ambassador of Dominican Republic
State President Luong Cuong hosted a reception for out-going Ambassador of the Dominican Republic to Vietnam Jaime Francisco Rodriguez in Hanoi on March 20.
Vietnam’s oil venture in Algeria advances to second phase with promising results
A joint oil exploration and extraction project in Algeria, involving Vietnam’s Petrovietnam Exploration Production Corporation (PVEP), Algeria’s state-owned Sonatrach, and Thailand’s PTTEP, has entered its second phase, building on a track record of success.
Tien Giang ships first batch of green-skinned mangoes to US
The Mekong Delta province of Tien Giang celebrated the inaugural shipment of one tonne green-skinned "tuong" (elephant) mangoes to the US at a ceremony held on March 19.
Tourism fosters sustainable livelihoods for Hmong people
Recently, a series of measures have been carried by Moc Chau town, Son La province, aimed to promote the socio-economic development for ethnic minority people in the mountainous locality.
Vietnam Airlines expands flight frequency on Hanoi-Manila route
Vietnam Airlines has announced an increase in the frequency of flights on the Hanoi - Manila route, effective April 1, to accommodate the growing travel demand between Vietnam and the Philippines.
Vietnam seeks UK's assistance in building financial centres
Standing Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh have engaged in a series of activities as part of his working visit to the UK from March 16-20, aiming to call for assistance in the building of financial centres in Vietnam.
Mui Ne aims to become premier destination in Asia-Pacific for tourists
The recently approved master planning scheme for Mui Ne National Tourist Area in the south central province of Binh Thuan is set to transform it into an internationally recognised tourism hub, positioning it as a top destination in the Asia-Pacific by 2050.
Vietnam expects balanced, harmonious, sustainable economic ties with US: PM
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh pushed for balanced, harmonious and sustainable economic and trade ties with the US during a working session in Hanoi on March 18 with a delegation from the US-ASEAN Business Council and nearly 60 major US corporations.
Party chief hails US firms as key to stronger ties
Party General Secretary To Lam on March 18 praised the US business community, particularly the US-ASEAN Business Council, for its practical contributions to Vietnam-US cooperation in trade and investment.
Hanoi plans to build huge public spaces around Hoan Kiem Lake
The Hanoi People's Committee on March 17 presented a report to the municipal Party Committee, on the plans for the renovation and improvement of public spaces around Hoan Kiem Lake, focusing on the development of a new square and park area.
Customs trade hits 1.05 billion USD on first day of new model
Realizing the 12th Party Central Committee's Resolution 18 on streamlining the political system’s organisational structure, the customs sector has operated a three-tier model: the Department of Customs, regional customs offices, and border checkpoints.
Thai Binh aims to eradicate substandard housing ahead of schedule
The northern province of Thai Binh is striving to eliminate all temporary and dilapidated houses by June 30, 90 days ahead of its initial schedule.
NA Chairman’s spouse meets ASEAN women’s group in Hanoi
Nguyen Thi Thanh Nga, spouse of National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man, held a meeting with the ASEAN Women’s Circle of Hanoi at the National Assembly building on March 17 on the occasion of month marking International Women’s Day.
Socio-economic report must be handbook for action to realise goal of national development: Party chief
Party General Secretary To Lam on March 17 called for extra efforts to supplement and finalise the draft Socio-economic Report of the 14th National Party Congress, ensuring that it truly serves as a handbook for action to realise the country’s goals set for 2030 and 2045.
Vietnamese rider secures second straight win in Binh Duong int’l women’s cycling cup
Riders participating in the 15th Binh Duong International Women’s Cycling Tournament – Biwase Cup 2025 completed stage 6 on March 17, covering the 115km route from La Gi township in Binh Thuan province, to Vung Tau city in Ba Ria-Vung Tau province.
All businesses to conduct administrative procedures electronically from July
The Ministry of Public Security (MPS) has been tasked with collaborating with relevant agencies, to ensure the completion of electronic identification accounts for organizations, enabling all enterprises to carry out administrative procedures electronically starting July 1, 2025.
Unique ‘New Year Thunder’ Festival of O Du Ethnic People
With the hope of peace for the village, favourable weather, bountiful harvests, and good health for all, the New Year Thunder Festival features unique rituals that embody the distinct cultural identity of the O Du people.
