In addition to diversification efforts, improving resilience to natural disasters is also a key factor in Vietnam's sustainable development strategy.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) has set a target of reaching a stable national forest cover rate of 42-43%, focusing on improving forest quality by 2030.

The 15th ASEAN Senior Official Meeting on Sports (SOMS-15) opened in the northern province of Vinh Phuc on October 14, drawing the participation of 70 delegates from ten ASEAN member states, Timor Leste, Japan, China, ASEAN Secretariat and partners.

Vietnam has made it to the list of the world’s best travel destinations, according to the 2024 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards.

On October 14, at the Presidential Palace, General Secretary and President To Lam handed over appointment decisions to 16 newly appointed Ambassadors Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam for the 2024-2027 term.

Vo Quang Phu Duc, a student from Quoc Hoc High School for the Gifted in Thua Thien – Hue Province, has won the 2024 Olympia final thanks to his grit and smart strategy.

Nguyen Pastel, a young artist who won third prize at the National Young Artists Festival, exhibits his unique and healing chalk paintings that captivate and soothe viewers.

With over 200,000 deaths annually, heart disease claims more lives in Vietnam than cancer, especially among younger adults.

Investigators have uncovered that the drug trafficking operation led by infamous crime boss Vu Hoang Oanh, known as Oanh 'Ha', handled approximately 1,400 billion VND (over $57 million) worth of drugs.

The Than Nong Tower, representing the deity of rice civilization, has been awarded the World Record for its unique structure, assembled from 1,012 stone mortars and standing 15 meters tall in Bac Ninh.

Loc Troi, a company that dominated the agricultural industry for decades, is now reeling from financial losses, risky strategies, and an investigation into former CEO Nguyen Duy Thuan, who faces accusations of misconduct.

Vietnam’s chè ba màu, known for its layers of vibrant colors and rich coconut milk, has been ranked among the top 100 desserts in Asia by Taste Atlas.

Vietnamese doctors are urging young people to stop playing the dangerous "pen challenge," which involves compressing the carotid arteries and poses life-threatening risks.

Madam Ngo Phuong Ly, spouse of General Secretary and President To Lam, welcomed ASEAN Women Ambassadors in Hanoi for a cultural exchange, including an Ao Dai presentation and a feast of home-cooked Vietnamese dishes.

After six consecutive train derailments in Hue, the Ministry of Transport has ordered the Vietnam Railway Corporation (VNR) to take full responsibility should further incidents occur in Phu Loc district, Thua Thien Hue Province.

Prime Ministers Pham Minh Chinh and Li Qiang enjoyed traditional Quan Ho folk songs and explored Dong Ho paintings during their cultural exchange in Vietnam.

In the first nine months of 2024, Vietnam saw an unprecedented increase in organ transplants from brain-dead donors, with 87 organs transplanted from 25 donors, marking a new milestone in the country’s 32-year organ transplant history.

At Noi Bai Airport, a Rolex watch valued at $25,000 fell from the second floor to the first floor through a small gap. The owner searched in vain, but the security camera captured the entire incident.

Ho Chi Minh City Police have revealed that foreign individuals are leading online gambling activities in Vietnam, coordinating and directing operations in a hierarchical model through cyberspace.

With more than 117,000 hectares of forest damaged and losses exceeding 6.4 trillion VND, Quang Ninh faces immense challenges in recovering from Typhoon Yagi and preventing future wildfires.

Binh Dinh province is calling for investments in seven key sectors, including information technology, manufacturing, tourism, and logistics, as part of its sustainable development plan.

With bird strikes accounting for 16 of the 48 safety incidents at Noi Bai Airport in 2024, aviation authorities continue to implement control measures to protect flight operations.

Sea turtle conservation activities in Con Dao, including releasing hatchlings and monitoring nests, are attracting a growing number of young enthusiasts dedicated to protecting marine life.

After the floodwaters receded, peach farmers in Phu Thuong and Nhat Tan (Hanoi) are racing to save their orchards, but high restoration costs are adding to their burdens.

Bang An Tower, over 1,000 years old, stands as a unique Cham architectural masterpiece in Vietnam, featuring an octagonal design unlike any other surviving tower in the country today.