The 1,350m bridge significantly shortens the distance from Buengkan in northeastern Thailand, through Bolikhamxay in central Laos, to the Cầu Treo border gate in Việt Nam’s central Hà Tĩnh Province to just over 200km.

The central province has also paid attention to collecting registration and inspection data, integrating it for management, and ensuring that non-compliant vessels are not allowed to go fishing.

The festival includes a seminar on “A green journey for sustainable development”, field trips highlighting local culture, history and socio-economic potential, along with cultural, artistic and sports exchanges.

The bomb was identified as a GP300 high-explosive device weighing approximately 300kg. This type of bomb was widely used by French forces during the 1946–1954 war. It was designed to cause extensive damage through fragmentation and blast shockwaves.

The growing presence of major international projects, regionally symbolic works and “Made in Việt Nam” products abroad has been a source of pride and emotion for OVs.

Vocational education and higher education institutions are granted autonomy to determine job positions, recruit personnel and sign labour contracts with foreign experts and scientists holding doctoral degrees, as well as overseas Vietnamese, in accordance with their internal regulations.

At least 40 per cent of enterprises are expected engage in innovation activities whiel expenditure on research and development (R&D) will reach a minimum of 2 per cent of GRDP.

Many vendors in HCM City are already selling ornamental flower pots for Tết though it is still nearly two months away. 

Previously, in August 2023, the case was brought to trial by the Hà Nội People's Court with a total of 488 victims. The court then decided to return the case file for further investigation.

The project features two 18-story apartment blocks and is designed to accommodate a population of nearly 2,600 people.

Bắc Ninh will prioritise planning and investing in modern and smart trade and service infrastructure.

Cultural and festive activities should be organised in a practical, civilised and economical manner, in line with national traditions, avoiding wastefulness and formalism.

The Vietnam Food Bank Network on Thursday (December 25) officially launched its 25th member in the port city of Hải Phòng, alongside the introduction of the Hải Phòng Food Community project, as social welfare needs rise and efforts to reduce food waste gain urgency.

The province currently ranks first among all 34 cities and provinces on the national index measuring direction, administration and service quality in handling administrative procedures and public services in real time on the electronic platform. 

The Bắc Ninh Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism has actively implemented digital transformation tasks for the sector, directing its units to build specialised databases and apply shared software applications.

Around 300–400 OVs return home each year to contribute to teaching, research, and technology transfer in various areas, including strategic and advanced technology fields. Many have taken part in key national projects, thereby enhancing Việt Nam's expertise and standing in the global arena.

The application of digital technology has brought a high level of satisfaction among local residents, including the elderly. With clear guidance from staff, even those unfamiliar with technology can complete procedures quickly and smoothly.

The Bắc Ninh Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism has issued a plan on administrative procedure control and the implementation of the one-stop-shop mechanism to boost productivity, following the administrative merger in mid-2025. 

Peter Weiss (born 1925) and Cora Weiss (born 1934) were devoted American friends of Việt Nam for many decades. The couple played an important role in the anti–Việt Nam War movement and later made significant contributions to efforts to normalise relations between Việt Nam and the United States.

The most notable achievement recorded in 2025 has been the sweeping reduction, standardisation and simplification of administrative procedures related to business activities.