Da Nang has kicked off the Lunar New Year with a vibrant influx of tourists, welcoming thousands of international visitors arriving by air and sea.

The first day of the Lunar New Year saw the arrival of more than 500 international tourists to Ha Long Bay, offering a promising start for tourism in Quang Ninh.

The clock strikes midnight, and the first newborns of the Year of the Snake arrive in hospitals across Vietnam, filling the air with celebration and hope.

Israeli Ambassador to Vietnam, Yaron Mayer, recently took a ride on Hanoi Metro Line 3, describing it as a world-class public transit system and a symbol of Vietnam’s technological and urban advancement.

The Lunar New Year is a time for reflection and renewal, and visiting sacred temples is a cherished tradition for many Vietnamese seeking peace and good fortune.

The photo exhibition 50 Years of Flower Seasons by photographer Tran The Phong is currently taking place at Tao Dan Park (District 1, Ho Chi Minh City) to celebrate the Lunar New Year of 2025 (Year of the Snake).

Vietnam aims to elevate its cultural industries with a 2030 goal of contributing 7% to GDP, according to Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism Ho An Phong.

Vietnam’s top female shooter, Trinh Thu Vinh, reflects on a successful 2024 and looks ahead to the Year of the Snake with an unwavering determination to achieve more.

The Ministry of Construction has responded to voter concerns about the high cost of social housing, detailing policies to ensure greater affordability and access.

The 104-year-old historian Nguyen Dinh Tu shared his passion for Vietnamese history at the 2025 Lunar New Year Book Festival, showcasing decades of dedication to preserving the nation’s past.

Instead of spending Tet at home, a 13-member, three-generation family chose to celebrate aboard Vietnam’s New Year’s Eve train, marking the holiday with an unforgettable experience.

Driven by a love for Vietnam’s cultural heritage, Hanoi teacher Nguyen Thi My Ngoc has introduced Hang Trong folk paintings to preschoolers, using creative methods to make the traditional art accessible and engaging.

Vietnam and Italy will co-coordinate the 2026 UN High-Level Meeting on Pandemic Preparedness, a role highlighting Vietnam’s active contributions to global health initiatives.

On New Year’s Eve, thousands of doctors and nurses across Vietnam work tirelessly in emergency wards, often skipping year-end meals to care for patients in critical need.

The SE1 "Spring Train," decorated with traditional Tet symbols, began its journey from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, marking a vibrant start to the Year of the Snake.

Dressed in vibrant red ao dai, Xuan Son and his wife marked their sixth Tet in Vietnam by sharing love and well-wishes with fans.

Across Vietnam, people gathered for joyous Lunar New Year festivities, welcoming 2025 with hope and optimism.

At the turn of the Year of the Snake 2025, President Luong Cuong conveyed his Tet greetings to the people, soldiers, and comrades across the country, the Vietnamese community abroad, and friends and citizens of other nations worldwide.

Developing Vietnam’s cultural industries requires empowering artists, upgrading infrastructure, and fostering collaboration between creators and policymakers, experts suggest.

Vietnam is set to pilot its carbon market operations in the second half of 2025, aiming to establish a foundation for sustainable emission reduction and green growth.