In the mountains of central Vietnam, the Co Tu ethnic community uses an ancient art of improvised singing to debate, persuade and resolve disagreements.

The central city of Da Nang is ramping up efforts to attract foreign direct investment, leveraging its upgraded infrastructure and welcoming business environment to boost industrial growth and establish a new economic driver.

At 100, Vuong Nghien of Da Nang continues to cycle, exercise and prepare his own meals every day. He credits regular physical activity, moderate eating and a cheerful outlook for his remarkable health and independence.

Da Nang is considering more than 2,050 hectares of land reclamation for urban development under its master plan through 2050, with the proposed coastal areas expected to accommodate around 400,000 residents.

A nearly 200-year-old cast-iron cannon dating back to Vietnam's Nguyen Dynasty has been discovered 1.5 meters underground at Dien Hai Citadel in Da Nang during restoration work at the historic site.