Báo Ảnh Việt Nam

Vietnam's New Era

Ho Chi Minh City toward a Global Megacity

Ho Chi Minh City toward a Global Megacity

During a term of the Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee marked by both remarkable milestones and considerable challenges, the city has sustained strong growth and reaffirmed its role as Vietnam’s economic engine. Guided by a renewed vision, Ho Chi Minh City is steadily advancing toward its ambition of becoming a global megacity.

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  • The Epic Song of the Stone

    On the Dong Van Karst Plateau, stone seems to have a destiny of its own. Children are born on the stone, young couples confess their love near a stone fence, people cultivate their livelihoods in rocky crevices, and when they die, they are laid to rest in stone tombs. The stone becomes a forest, a mountain, and a fortress, protecting the locals in their harsh lives and in their fight to defend the nation. The 17 ethnic groups living here have honored stone as their most sacred deity. They have transformed it into culture, wealth, and tourism products, turning one of Vietnam's most arid lands into a shining star of Asian tourism.

  • A New Dawn in Heroic Lands

    During the historic days of August, as Vietnam commemorates the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19, 1945 - 2025) and National Day (September 2, 1945 - 2025), Vietnam Pictorial’s reporters journeyed to Tuyen Quang, Quang Tri, and Tay Ninh - lands forever inscribed in the nation’s history. At each destination, stories of resilience, sacrifice, and progress came to life, bearing witness to eight decades of unwavering determination in building, defending and advancing the nation.

  • Homes for All : Vietnams Drive to Eradicate Substandard Housing

    For nearly 40 years of Doi moi (renewal), Vietnam has achieved many remarkable transformations. Yet, even amid a brightening socio-economic landscape, approximately 274,000 poor and near-poor households, along with policy beneficiaries, still live in temporary or dilapidated homes.

  • The Ba Chua Xu Goddess Festival on Sam Mountain

    The Ba Chua Xu (The Lady of the Realm) Goddess Festival on Sam Mountain was officially recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in late 2024. Every year in late April on the lunar calendar, people from An Giang Province and the broader Mekong Delta, along with visitors from across Vietnam make their way to Sam Mountain in Vinh Te Ward, An Giang, to take part in this vibrant folk celebration.

  • Da Nang-Quang Nam Merger: Forging a New Era of Growth and Global Reach

    Set to expand growth potential, restructure development space, and forge a truly "New Da Nang," the proposed merger of Da Nang and Quang Nam marks a pivotal moment for two localities with a long-standing intertwined history. This ambitious plan aims to transform the city into a key growth pole for Vietnam and a highly competitive urban center within the nation and the Asia-Pacific region. This move directly translates the central government's directive to merge provinces and eliminate district-level administration, marking a significant, strategic breakthrough in institutional reform and laying crucial groundwork for a 100-year vision of national development.

Culture highlights

The Spirit of the Nhat Nam Martial Arts

The Spirit of the Nhat Nam Martial Arts

Throughout centuries of Vietnamese history and prolonged wars for national defense, an ancient martial art tradition has silently endured. Forged through generations, Nhat Nam martial art embodies the pure essence and profound philosophy of the Vietnamese people, its name a testament to their "oneness". It is not merely a set of techniques, a philosophy of selfcultivation, and an intangible cultural heritage reaching out to the world.

Economy

Vietnam’s Tra Fish - A Local Catch with a Global Reach

After nearly three decades of growth, the tra fish has become one of Vietnam’s flagship seafood exports. Today it is served at dining tables in more than 140 countries and territories. It is a versatile tra fish that not only drives export revenues but also elevates the reputation of Vietnamese seafood on the global stage.

Portrait

Diplomat Ton Nu Thi Ninh: Vietnams Position on the International Stage Is Increasingly Being Elevated

Diplomat Ton Nu Thi Ninh: “Vietnam's Position on the International Stage Is Increasingly Being Elevated"

80 years since its founding in 1945, Vietnam has transformed from a nation engulfed in the smoke of war into a reliable partner and a responsible global member. An interview with diplomat Ton Nu Thi Ninh by Vietnam Pictorial offers a deep insight into Vietnam's position and future on the international stage.

Exploring our land

Essence of Hanoi - Westlake Lotus Tea

In the heart of Hanoi, a unique cultural treasure awaits: the West Lake lotus-scented tea. More than just a beverage, this exquisite tea captures the very essence of Hanoian life, embodying a refined spirit, meticulous craftsmanship, and a profound reverence for nature.

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