[VOVWORLD] - The Trang An Festival 2026 opened in the Trang An Landscape Complex in Ninh Binh province on Sunday. Under the theme “Trang An – The Sacred Source,” the festival showcases Vietnam’s distinctive blend of cultural and spiritual traditions linked with environmental protection.

[VOVWORLD] - Party General Secretary and President To Lam will pay a state visit to India from Tuesday to Thursday at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The trip is seen as a “strategic boost,” creating new momentum for Vietnam-India ties at a time of rapid regional and global shifts, which will recalibrate and deepen bilateral cooperation.

[VOVWORLD] - The Vietnam General Confederation of Labor has chosen the theme “Vietnamese workers: innovation and improved labor productivity” for this year’s Workers’ Month in May. As Vietnam enters an “era of national rise”, employees are no longer merely links in the production chain. They are becoming “architects” of national productivity through practical initiatives.

[VOVWORLD] - Over the 51 years since Liberation Day on April 30, 1975, Ho Chi Minh City has established itself as Vietnam’s economic engine.

[VOVWORLD] - Vietnam is celebrating the 51st anniversary of national reunification on April 30. This is a significant milestone in Vietnam’s history of national safeguarding and also an occasion to honor the values of peace and independence. More than anyone else, the Vietnamese people understand the importance of territorial integrity and national unity.

[VOVWORLD] - Construction of the Truong Sa Museum broke ground in Cam Lam commune, Khanh Hoa province, on Wednesday, marking the 51st anniversary of the Liberation of Truong Sa (29/4/1975–29/4/2026). This project holds special significance in preserving documents and artifacts related to Vietnam’s maritime sovereignty.

[VOVWORLD] - The Middle East conflict has made global maritime security, already facing numerous challenges in recent years, even more vulnerable. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has created one of the largest crises ever for global shipping.

[VOVWORLD] - Making public investment a “leverage to drive growth” is a strategic move for Vietnam at present. Amid global economic volatility and unstable prospects of traditional growth drivers such as exports and consumption, the efficient use of public investment capital is key to achieving Vietnam’s double-digit growth targets.

[VOVWORLD] - Vietnam is accelerating institutional reform to create breakthroughs to achieve double-digit growth this year and beyond. However, reform is no longer limited to revising a few laws or simplifying administrative procedures, it now involves a comprehensive restructuring of how the economy operates, making it more transparent, efficient and aligned with international standards.

[VOVWORLD] - The 1st session of the 16th National Assembly concluded on Friday after 12 working days. The decisions made at the session will provide a legal basis for rapid and sustainable growth in the years ahead.