Vietnam has reaffirmed its commitment to effectively implementing the World Heritage Convention, placing communities and people at the heart of heritage protection, and balancing conservation with socio-economic development.

Authorities in An Giang province are accelerating efforts to finalise UNESCO nomination dossier for Oc Eo–Ba The archaeological site located in Oc Eo commune.

UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay and Madam Ngo Phuong Ly visit the Women’s Museum in Hanoi to support girls’ education and empowerment.

Director of the UNESCO World Heritage Centre Lazare Eloundou Assomo praised Vietnam as a trustworthy and responsive partner that takes UNESCO’s recommendations seriously and implements them effectively.

Da Lat should strengthen public-private partnerships to create a favourable environment for cultural industries, while engaging youth participation and applying digital transformation in music to foster innovation and expand its global reach.