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The Thai cabinet has approved a proposal to nominate Chiang Mai, the capital of Lanna, for inscription on the UNESCO World Heritage List as a cultural landscape.

Vietnam’s opponent in the 2026 AFC U23 Cup semifinals will be either Uzbekistan or China, with the match scheduled for 10:30 p.m. (Hanoi time) on January 20, three days after the quarterfinal between those two teams on January 17.

The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.

In recent days, a bright smile has returned to the face of To Thi Sua, a resident in Ngo May commune in the Central Highland province of Gia Lai. Just one month ago, her home collapsed during historic floods. Now, after only 12 days, officers and soldiers of the Engineering Brigade 7 under Army Corps 34 have completed a new 55-square-meter house for her.

The following is a list of selected news summaries reported last night by the Vietnam News Agency.

Japan continues to be Vietnam’s number one partner in official development assistance (ODA) and labour cooperation, third-largest investor, and fourth-largest partner in trade and tourism.

The preparation of personnel for the 14th Party Central Committee has been conducted strictly in line with Party regulations, the principle of democratic centralism, and relevant laws, ensuring a scientific, transparent, objective, and democratic process.

Nguyen Hoa Binh, Politburo member, Standing Vice Secretary of the Government Party Committee, and Permanent Deputy Prime Minister, gave an interview to the Vietnam News Agency on the achievements of the 13th Congress’s term and the orientations, key tasks and solutions to successfully bring the 14th National Party Congress’s Resolution to life.

Politburo member and Permanent member of the Party Central Committee’s Secretariat Tran Cam Tu, who is also head of the organising sub-committee of the 14th National Party Congress, presided over the final review of organisational arrangements for the congress on January 14.

Adopted amid severe economic hardship, Vietnam’s reforms began when per capita income was only a few hundred US dollars and production was fragmented. Four decades on, renewed thinking and strong resolve have driven sustained growth beyond the early average of just over 4% a year.

The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.

Following the Government’s issuance of the strategy for the development of Vietnam’s semiconductor industry to 2030, with a vision to 2050, Vietnam is gradually emerging as a new bright spot on the global semiconductor map. From policies and investment to ecosystem development, all the key elements are coming together, opening up major opportunities for this strategic high-tech industry.

At this time of the year, the Moc Chau plateau in the northern province of Son La is cloaked in the pure white of plum blossoms.
The annual plum blossom season leaves a deep impression on visitors, marking a vivid highlight in Vietnam’s tourism landscape.

The right to housing is a fundamental right of citizens, and housing is an essential need of every person. Housing development is an important pillar of social welfare policy, while also serving as a driving force for economic growth, labor market stability, and sustainable socio-economic development, said Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.

The following is a list of selected news summaries reported last night by the Vietnam News Agency.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has called for five strategic breakthroughs in digital data, emphasising rapid, coordinated action, data security, and placing people and businesses at the center.

In response to the Quang Trung Campaign, launched last year by the Prime Minister to rebuild and repair homes for households affected by natural disasters, more than 30 officers and soldiers in the central province of Quang Ngai, undeterred by sun or rain, worked tirelessly to complete the final stages of construction, ensuring residents would have safe and stable homes.

Vietnam’s total trade hit 930.05 billion USD in 2025, a 18.2% jump from a year earlier, with a trade surplus of 20.03 billion USD, according to the National Statistics Office (NSO).

Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable export turnover is estimated at 8.5 billion USD in 2025, the highest level since the country began exporting produce. December exports alone reached about 750 million USD.

In 2026, the Mekong Delta province of Vinh Long aims to welcome 9.84 million visitors and generate over 9.4 trillion VND (358 million USD) in tourism revenue. To spur demand and create early momentum, the province launched a tourism promotion programme at the start of the year, featuring local product and cuisine showcases, traditional craft demonstrations, and the “Old Kitchen” space recreating the Mekong Delta’s riverine lifestyle.