Carrying the theme “Celebrating International Women’s Day March 8”, the event features various kinds of activities (Photo:VNA)
“Nem ran” (fried spring rolls), “pho bo” (noodle soup with beef) and “bun cha” (noodles with grilled pork), among others are offered to visitors (Photo:VNA)
Visitors are also treated to special art performances and have a chance to take part in traditional games and cook Vietnamese dishes (Photo:VNA)
Structured around three academic terms per year, the programme allows flexible and personalised learning, with outstanding students able to graduate in 2.5 years.
The two gold medallists are Tran Trung Kien, a 12th grader from the Hanoi-Amsterdam High School for the Gifted, who scored 169.25 points, and Nguyen Ngo Duc, a 12th grader from the Phan Boi Chau High School for the Gifted in Nghe An province, who scored 151.05 points.
According to the report, which evaluates human development progress based on the Human Development Index (HDI), tracking achievements in health, education and income, Vietnam’s HDI in 2023 reached 0.766, ranking 93rd out of 193 countries and territories. This marked a substantial leap from 0.499 in 1990, representing a 53.5% increase, a notable trajectory of growth over more than three decades.
The ministry has worked with central and local agencies to implement a nationwide programme to replace substandard housing for policy beneficiaries, people with meritorious services, poor households, and those affected by natural disasters and climate change.
Local officials are required to strengthen on-the-ground inspections and take prompt action to address any signs of stagnation or lack of accountability in executing the campaign. They are also tasked with completing administrative procedures to ensure timely disbursement of financial support to eligible households, avoiding overlap or omission in beneficiary identification.
As of May 12, the prioritised group had seen construction kicked off on 285 out of 342 houses needing to be rebuilt, while 1,375 out of 2,032 homes earmarked for renovation had also been initiated.
The VNF representative expressed his hope that more individuals, organisations, and local departments of education and training in Vietnam would gain access to the foundation's educational programmes.
Specifically, the trial panel sentenced the mastermind of the case, Mai Thi Hong Hanh, ex-Director and Chairwoman of the Board of Members of Xuyen Viet Oil, to 11 years in prison for the crime of “giving bribes” and 17 years for “violating regulations on the management and use of State assets, causing loss and wastefulness.” The combined sentence is 28 years in prison, 2 years less than the first-instance verdict.
Most Venerable Thich Gia Quang noted Vietnam's pride in hosting the 2025 Vesak amidst the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification. He highlighted Buddhism's historical contributions to Vietnam's victory, with the sacrifices of many Buddhist followers.
Specifically, the Vietnamese students won three gold, three silver and two bronze medals at the 2025 APhO, which was held in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, from May 4-12.
Her works showcase a creative fusion of tradition and modernity, reflecting deep sensitivity to Vietnam’s culture and climate. These projects have become a source of inspiration for incorporating indigenous architecture into sustainable development practices, both in Vietnam and internationally.
These projects were recognised for their groundbreaking advances in research and technology application, offering practical value and high socio-economic effectiveness, contributing to sustainable development and the improvement of quality of life.
Since its launch on October 4, 2024, nearly 209,000 substandard homes have been addressed, with 111,000 completed and handed over, and construction of 98,000 others is being carried out. Notably, since the third review meeting, work on nearly 87,000 houses has been either started or completed.
The Gia Binh International Airport in Bac Ninh province will be upgraded from a level 3C airport serving national defence and security purposes to an international-level 4E dual-use (civil-military) facility.
Vietnamese citizens in India and Pakistan were advised to stay updated with new developments, not come to conflict-affected or unsafe areas, and contact the embassies when needed.
Vietnam has succeeded in rebuilding and developing the nation. Since the economic reforms, Vietnam has accomplished almost all 17 UN Millennium Development Goals ahead of the 2030 deadline.
According to the provincial Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee, there remain 1,669 substandard houses need to be eradicated, including 260 to be newly built and 559 to be repaired.
Running from May 8 to 10, the career-orientation-bus programme features a range of activities including information sessions on vocational training and job opportunities in Germany, guidance on safe and legal migration pathways, preparation in language and cultural integration, and roundtable discussions with experts from various sectors.
According to the High-level People’s Procuracy in HCM City, all seven defendants presented valid new mitigating circumstances, justifying lighter sentences. The court is now considering reducing penalties across the board, as proposed by the prosecutors.
The Buddha’s sacred Śarīra is enshrined at the Buddhist exhibition centre within the tourist site from May 8 to 13, allowing Buddhist followers and the public to pay their respects during the Vesak celebrations.
