Báo Ảnh Việt Nam

Vietnam In New Era

Hue Awakens Heritage, Shapes the Future

Hue Awakens Heritage, Shapes the Future

Amid Vietnam’s new era of national development and global integration, Hue is facing both fresh challenges and significant opportunities. Rather than pursuing growth at all costs, the former imperial capital has chosen a distinctive development path - one that places culture at the foundation, heritage at the center, and people and identity at the heart of sustainable progress.

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  • The Pearl of the South

    From Mekong Delta laboratories to the world’s choosiest markets, Vietnam has emerged as a rice powerhouse on the global stage. This is the result of half a century of scientific research, technological innovation, and an enduring collaboration between scientists, farmers, and businesses.

  • Oc Eo - Ba The, the Crossroads of Civilizations

    Hidden beneath the southern region’s alluvial soil, an ancient trading hub is coming to light. Vietnam’s recent submission of the dossier to nominate the Oc Eo - Ba The archaeological site as a UNESCO World Heritage highlights Vietnam’s position in human civilization. 

  • Schools that Light the Way to the Future

    On the rolling mountain ranges of the border provinces of Dien Bien and Lai Chau, multi-level boarding schools are being built, opening doors of opportunity for thousands of ethnic minority students. More than just a place to pursue the dream of literacy, these facilities are cultivating human resources and strengthening the national frontier through the sustainable power of education. 

  • Vietnams Private Sector - A Central Driver of National Development

    Vietnam’s private sector is emerging as a central driver of the country’s development. 

  • Vietnams Aspiration for Breakthrough Growth

    In a world profoundly reshaped by pandemics, conflicts, and global inflation, Vietnam has not only maintained stability but also achieved remarkable breakthroughs. The 2021 - 2026 period marks the emergence of a resilient, adaptable economy, fueling a powerful aspiration to rise in a new era of development.

Culture highlights

Vesak 2570 Spreads the Spirit of Compassion, Wisdom, and Social Responsibility

Vesak 2570 Spreads the Spirit of Compassion, Wisdom, and Social Responsibility

The Ho Chi Minh City chapter of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha solemnly held the Vesak Celebration 2570 (2026) at Vietnam Quoc Tu Pagoda in Hoa Hung Ward, Ho Chi Minh City. The ceremony took place in a reverent atmosphere with the participation of numerous monks, nuns, Buddhist followers, and representatives from local authorities and organizations.

Economy

Vietnam’s Five-Month Trade Surges Despite Global Uncertainties

Vietnam’s merchandise foreign trade posted impressive growth in the first five months of 2026, with total turnover rising by nearly 90 billion US dollars year-on-year.

EVENTS & FIGURES

The Knight of Ethnic Cultures

The “Knight” of Ethnic Cultures

As Director of the Institute for Applied Research on Culture and Tourism, Assoc. Pro. Dr. Tran Huu Son has fostered international partnerships to preserve and promote cultural heritage in Vietnam’s remote regions. Awarded the French government’s Knight of the Order of Academic Palms in 2025, he is celebrated as both a distinguished scholar and a steadfast bridge connecting Vietnamese culture with the world.

Exploring our land

Vietnam’s 12 World Biosphere Reserves Reflect Commitment to Sustainable Development

On June 5, 2026, the 38th session of the International Coordinating Council of UNESCO's Man and the Biosphere Programme (MAB-ICC 38) officially designated Vietnam's Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park as a member of the World Network of Biosphere Reserves (WNBR). The recognition marks another milestone in the country's conservation efforts, bringing its total number of UNESCO-designated World Biosphere Reserves to 12.

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