The “Vietnam – Colours from the Tropics” Festival in Moscow has wrapped up, leaving an impressive mark. Initial figures report around one million visitors, sold-out stalls, and a surge of interest in Vietnam as a tourist destination, bringing tropical warmth to the heart of Russia’s capital.
Hanoi is set to transform the landscape of Quang An Peninsula in Tay Ho district, with a new urban design featuring a 13,000m² Pearl Theater to be built on the surface of Dam Tri Lake.
Every day, hundreds and thousands of dilapidated shelters are being replaced with clean, sturdy new homes. This powerful effort is driven by a deep sense of unity and compassion, creating warm, dignified living spaces for those in need.
Vietnam allocated nearly 549 trillion VND (about 21 billion USD) to social welfare efforts in the first six months of 2025, ensuring timely and effective support for people who rendered meritorious service to the revolution, as well as social policy and social protection beneficiaries, according to the National Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance.
To mark the 78th War Invalids and Martyrs Day (July 27, 1947 – July 27, 2025), and in celebration of the upcoming 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day, the Hoa Lo Prison Relic Site Management Board, in collaboration with Hanoi’s Department of Culture and Sports, has launched a special exhibition titled “Sharp Pens, Loyal Hearts”.
Kim Dong Publishing House has released a new illustrated book titled “Telling stories about Uncle Ho”, available in three versions: Vietnamese, Vietnamese–Chinese, and Vietnamese–English. The publication offers readers a deeper insight into the life and revolutionary journey of President Ho Chi Minh in his quest for national liberation.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attended the opening plenary of the World Economic Forum (WEF)’s 16th Annual Meeting of the New Champions, held on June 25 in Tianjin, China.
Le Paria, a newspaper founded by revolutionary journalist Nguyen Ai Quoc – later President Ho Chi Minh – published its first issue on April 1, 1922 in Paris. Although it operated for only four years, the paper left a profound impact on French public opinion and especially on anti-colonial movements across the colonies. As Vietnam celebrates 100 years of revolutionary journalism, Le Paria is once again being honoured for its significant role in the country’s press history.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, speaking at the Vietnam – France business forum in Paris on June 11, emphasised that businesses need to join hands to connect the two economies, while the governments serve as facilitators—creating opportunities, providing favourable conditions, and promoting cooperation.
On June 6, three special trains arrived at Hanoi Station, carrying more than 1,600 officers, soldiers, and militia members from Ho Chi Minh City and Tam Ky, Quang Nam. They are among the first participants in the parade and march marking the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day.
