Only a day before the Kitchen Gods' Day, fish farmers in Song May hamlet, Binh Minh commune, Dong Nai province, find themselves in the most frantic days of the year.

Visitors are amazed by the centuries-old muom tree at Pho Minh Pagoda, still green and full of life despite major decay inside.

The State Bank of Vietnam has been instructed to urgently complete its report on proposed solutions to attract foreign currency and gold reserves held by the public.

For the North–South high-speed railway project, the Ministry of Construction is required to complete the report on technology and partner selection and submit it to the Government Party Committee before February 20 for higher-level review.

As Tet nears, growers in Xuan Loc closely watch each row of gladiolus, hoping the flowers bloom at the perfect moment.

The days leading up to Tet bring an especially vivid energy to Dong Khe, a village in Hoang Giang commune, Thanh Hoa, where the craft of herbal incense glows brighter than at any other time of year.

The launch month of the Galaxy S26 Ultra has arrived, yet instead of the familiar excitement that usually surrounds Samsung’s most premium flagship, the market is now wrapped in an unusual sense of hesitation.

Vietnam’s Con Dao has been ranked among the world’s best honeymoon destinations for 2026, according to a list released recently by Vogue.

Vietnam is revising its national energy master plan for 2021–30, with a vision to 2050, to meet higher growth targets and adapt to planning changes and rapid technological advances.

Vietnam has officially been recognised by the International Cocoa Organisation (ICCO) as a producer of Fine Flavour Cocoa (FFC), becoming the second Asian country to receive this prestigious status.

Vietnam saw nearly 2.5 million international arrivals in January 2026 – the highest monthly total ever recorded, according to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT).

Scholars stressed that maintaining the vitality of heritage is crucial for a fast-urbanising metropolis like Ho Chi Minh City.

Vietnam’s publishing industry is set for a major transformation in 2026, underpinned by increased investment in infrastructure, human resources and the application of science and technology, with digital publishing expected to play a central role.

Vietnam’s export–import activities are facing both heightened expectations and structural challenges as the country enters a new development phase marked by ambitious growth targets and an increasingly volatile global environment.

On February 7, the HCM City Union of Friendship Organisations hosted the programme “Diplomatic Families Celebrate the 2026 Lunar New Year of the Horse” for consuls general families, showcasing a range of traditional Vietnamese cultural activities.

Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Vu Dai Thang has urged overseas Vietnamese (OVs) to continue contributing to the capital’s development not only in science, technology and business but also in culture, tourism and international cooperation.

The WeChoice Awards 2025 announced its winners during a gala in Ho Chi Minh City on February 7, honouring individuals, organisations and works that inspire and promote positive values.

On the sidelines of the Homeland Spring 2026, overseas Vietnamese shared heartfelt reflections on the sacred moments of the Lunar New Year (Tet) that draws them back to the homeland with deep affection and hope.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on February 8 signed Official Dispatch No. 12/CD-TTg outlining key tasks and solutions for the management of monetary and fiscal policies in 2026.

Nearly 24,200 new businesses were established nationwide in January, surging 40.9% from December and 126.8% year on year, according to the National Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance.