The helicopter squadron, comprising Mi-171, Mi-8, and Mi-17 models, took off from Biên Hoà Airport in the southern province of Đồng Nai and proceeded directly towards HCM City's centre in a 3-4-3 formation.

State President Lương Cường has emphasised that while implementing tasks, it was necessary to listen to the people’s thoughts and aspirations to create a high consensus.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed a directive to intensify the implementation of the Law on Road Traffic Order and Safety nationwide.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed a directive to intensify the implementation of the Law on Road Traffic Order and Safety nationwide.

To ensure that the Việt Nam-Laos relationship continues to grow in a practical and effective manner, Ambassador Nguyễn Minh Tâm suggested the two countries sustain strong political trust and coordinate closely on strategic issues and policies related to national security and development.

PM Phạm Minh Chính required that the construction progress and quality of projects must be ensured, with no cost overruns, no corruption or wastefulness, hygiene ensured, and the environment restored.

Earlier, the Vatican announced via a video statement that Pope Francis had passed away at the age of 88, and later clarified that the Christian leader died from a stroke and subsequent irreversible heart failure.

As of December 31, 2024, the total forest area nationwide reached over 14.87 million hectares, including more than 10 million hectares of natural forests and nearly 5 million hectares of planted ones.

Unlocking all modes of transport, including road, air, maritime, inland waterway, and rail, is key to lifting the Mekong Delta out of poverty and propelling its growth, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has said.

The April 30, 1975 victory was not only a triumph of unwavering determination and the great solidarity of the Vietnamese people under the Party’s leadership, but also a symbol of aspiration for national independence, freedom, and peace, Party General Secretary Tô Lâm told heroes and veterans from various forces directly engaging in the Hồ Chí Minh Campaign in 1975.

NA Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn expressed his delight at the flourishing special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation between Việt Nam and Laos, including the close and effective collaboration between the two NAs.

Party General Secretary To Lam attended a special concert titled “Ban giao huong hoa binh” (symphony of peace) on April 21 evening at the Ho Chi Minh City Opera House to mark the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975 – 2025).

Việt Nam’s unrecognisable achievements and changes today are entirely justified when the Vietnamese people managed to secure all the strengths essential for the victory 50 years ago, said a member of the board of trustees of the Soviet Peace Fund.​

The 2027 APEC Economic Leaders' Week is believed to be both a great honour and a golden opportunity for Phú Quốc to make a breakthrough in development, helping elevate Kiên Giang’s profile and contributing to Việt Nam’s international standing.

The spouse of Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính, Lê Thị Bích Trân and delegates offered incense at the main altar and learned about the history of the temple and the altars dedicated to the eight kings of the Lý Dynasty.

The country's top leader acknowledged that the revolutionary army's journey formed an epic chapter in Việt Nam’s history of national liberation and defence.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has assured voters representing young entrepreneurs, women’s business associations, and outstanding enterprises in the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho that the Vietnamese Party and State remain steadfast in supporting and protecting the legitimate rights and interests of businesses.

The participation of the Lao People's Army and the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces comes at the invitation of the Ministry of National Defence, underscoring the strong bonds of friendship and solidarity among the three nations.

Cần Thơ must serve as the core for regional linkages, PM Chính said, urging the city to promote synchronous development in agriculture, industry and services, especially in healthcare, education and tourism.

Việt Nam and Laos are close neighbours, with the two cultures sharing many similarities, and have enjoyed a longstanding, friendly relationship throughout their shared history of nation-building and defence.