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Vietnam Affirms Its Aspiration for Peace and Prosperity

Vietnam Affirms Its Aspiration for Peace and Prosperity

A grand ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19, 1945 – 2025) and the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (September 2, 1945 – 2025) has been held at Hanoi’s historic Ba Dinh Square on the morning of September 2.

Making news

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  • 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.

  • 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.

Culture highlights

Ao dai - Vietnams Cultural Ambassador

Ao dai - Vietnam’s Cultural Ambassador

From past to present, the traditional Ao dai has remained a cultural emblem and an elegant symbol of Vietnam’s heritage cherished by its people and admired by friends around the world.

Economy

Sokfarm - A Story of “Happy farming”

In Vietnam's rapidly changing agricultural landscape, amidst the challenges of climate change and fierce global competition, Sokfarm stands out as more than just a business. it is a symbol of resilience, innovation, and a deep-rooted love for local values. With a bold yet heartfelt mission, Sokfarm aims to create a model of "happy farming" while promoting agricultural products to the world.

Portrait

Madame Binh: Vietnams Steel Rose

"Madame Binh": Vietnam’s Steel Rose

In modern Vietnamese history, Nguyen Thi Binh, the former Vice President of Vietnam, stands out as a preeminent figure. An exceptional diplomat, she symbolizes the intelligence, courage, and spirit of Vietnamese women on the international stage.

Exploring our land

Ba Dinh Square: A Place of Great Emotion

At the heart of Hanoi’s thousand-year-old culture, Ba Dinh Square marks the moment of the birth of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam. As autumn’s historic atmosphere returns, an emotional feeling floods over people returning to this "red address" that bears the deep imprint of 80 years of nation-building.

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