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Vietnam's New Era

30 Years of Vietnam-US Relations: From Confrontation to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

30 Years of Vietnam-US Relations: From Confrontation to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

Fifty years since the war's end and marking 30 years of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and the United states (July 12, 1995 - July 12, 2025), the two nations' relationship has made remarkable strides. This progress aligns with the aspirations and interests of both countries, while actively contributing to peace, stability, and development in the Asia Pacific region and worldwide.

Making news

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  • 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.

  • Reclaiming the Soul of the Mekongs Floating Markets

    The floating markets are a distinctive cultural hallmark of Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, often described as a lively snapshot of life along the region’s intricate waterways. Butover time, these once-vibrant markets have gradually faded. In an effort to document the transformation of the floating markets and seek out a vanished aspect of their floating culture, a team of reporters from Vietnam Pictorial ventured through the Mekong region.

  • Infrastructure Ho Chi Minh Citys Path to a New Era

    With the planned construction of high-speed railways, modern bridges, and ring roads designed to alleviate persistent traffic congestion, Ho Chi Minh City and the wider Southeast region are preparing for a period of accelerated national development.

  • Cu Chi Tunnels seek world heritage recognition

    The Cu Chi Tunnels are a network of underground defense tunnels built by locals and resistance forces from 1946 to 1968 in Cu Chi district, Ho Chi Minh City. Built with rudimentary tools, the network was designed scientifically, playing a major role in the war of resistance against America. The tunnels are now a popular tourist attraction in Ho Chi Minh City.

  • Leaving No One with Disabilities Behind

    For many years, the Party and the State have issued and implemented various policies and initiatives and joined hands with the whole society to support, care for, and protect people with disabilities under the principle of “leaving no one behind.” The achievements in this effort demonstrate Vietnam’s strong commitment and significant efforts in ensuring human rights, particularly the rights and interests of people with disabilities.

Culture highlights

The Bat Trang Water Procession

The Bat Trang Water Procession

Among the many captivating traditions of the Bat Trang Ceramic Village Festival (Gia Lam, Hanoi), none is quite as striking as the revered water procession ritual. This solemn ceremony, held at Bat Trang Village Communal House, commemorates the contributions of the craft's ancestors, celebrates the proud traditional pottery making passed down through generations, and expresses wishes for national prosperity, peace, and happiness in the homeland.

Economy

Preserving My Duc Hand Embroidery

Driven by a desire to preserve the traditional art of embroidery and create jobs for the local residents, Khoa and his wife, both experienced artisans, founded the My Duc Hand Embroidery Cooperative. Their mission is to pass down the craft to future generations and produce large-scale embroidered artworks, helping to promote and sustain this cultural heritage.

Portrait

Vu Lan Anh Weaving Historical Narratives into the Ao Dai

Vu Lan Anh Weaving Historical Narratives into the Ao Dai

Drawing inspiration from the rich tapestry of Vietnamese folk patterns and possessing a distinctive architectural sensibility, designer Vu Lan Anh has carved a unique identity for her Ao dai brand, La Sen Vu. Beyond captivating audiences on both domestic and international fashion runways, La Sen Vu hepls preserving and reimagining the nation's cherished cultural and historical narratives, breathing contemporary life into the traditional Ao dai.

Exploring our land

Dark & Bright Caves Hidden Gems in Lan Ha Bay

Dark and Bright caves are not only attractive tourist destinations but also a valuable geological heritage, showcasing the fascinating process of the earth's formation. Every visit is a journey into nature’s wonders, leaving lasting impressions of the mysterious beauty hidden within Lan Ha Bay.

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