Across the windswept waters of Truong Sa, Buddhist temples offer soldiers, fishermen and island communities spiritual refuge while carrying an enduring message of peace.

A fishing boat from Quang Ngai province sank after encountering a severe squall in waters near Truong Sa (Spratly Islands), with 33 of the 36 fishermen on board rescued and three still missing.

Across Truong Sa (Spratlys) Archipelago, traditional Vietnamese pagodas rise above the sea as places of serenity and "spiritual markers" contributing to the affirmation of national sovereignty.

Far from the mainland, the sound of temple bells carries across the sea, offering peace, hope and a sense of home on Vietnam's frontier islands.

Voters across 20 polling areas in Truong Sa island district cast ballots early for the 16th National Assembly and local People’s Councils for the 2026–2031 term, affirming civic duty far from the mainland.

Across Truong Sa's islands, traditional Vietnamese pagodas stand as symbols of faith, heritage, and maritime sovereignty.