Việt Nam News

The traditional Tết holiday is fast approaching, and nothing screams Lunar New Year like the iconic áo dài traditional dress. People around HCM City have been rushing to áo dài shops to buy one, or even get a dress tailor-made.

The collection comprises 30 rare archival photos depicting President Hồ Chí Minh’s ties with Russia and the formation and development of Việt Nam–Russia diplomatic relations.

Recently, Việt Nam News has received numerous inquiries from readers regarding the entry of pets into Viet Nam. The following Q&A provides essential information on the procedures and requirements that pet owners should be aware of when traveling to Viet Nam with their animals.

At the Temple of Literature, the exhibition 'Horses come to town' reveals as a quiet journey through art and tradition, featuring horse sculptures by artists from the Central Highlands, the Lam Phong group and others. Carrying hope and gentle optimism, the exhibition is on display until the end of March 2026.

The display themed Under the Party’s leadership – The nation enters a new era, marks the upcoming 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Việt Nam which is scheduled to take place from January 19 to 25.

Elite and amateur photographers are called to show their best works featuring national heritages in a large scale contest in 2026.

Trần Tiến has written songs to chronicle real life marked by dust and blood, by smiles and tears. His songs about Hà Nội are very much a part of that reality.

New Vision - New Era highlights the notable achievements of the country over 40 years of renewal (1986-2026) and spreads the aspiration for a strong and prosperous Việt Nam.

The selected performances will celebrate the Communist Party of Việt Nam and the late President Hồ Chí Minh, reflecting significant historical milestones and achievements under the Party's leadership.

The Cửu Long (Mekong) Delta province of Cà Mau is developing a new plan for tài tử music from 2026 to 2030 as part of the province’s efforts to preserve and promote the traditional art genre of the Southern region.

The Vietnamese Embassy in Greece took part in the International Cultural Festival 2026, organised by the UNESCO Club of Piraeus and Islands in Greece, marking the embassy’s first activity of the new year and highlighting its efforts to bring the image of Việt Nam closer to the Greek public and international friends through traditional Vietnamese cuisine.

Vietnamese rice paper is increasingly winning the hearts of European diners thanks to its versatility, easy preparation and ability to pair well with a wide range of Western ingredients. This culinary exchange not only broadens the reach of Vietnamese cuisine but also enriches the multicultural culinary landscape of Belgium and many other countries.

The harmonious mingling of works by artists from both nations conjures a multi-layered, dynamic space where distinct visual languages intersect with shared emotional depth, aesthetic thinking and creative spirit. The result is a rich and refreshing visual experience.

Wrapped in young palmyra palm leaves and shaped like a pomegranate, Kà Tum cake is a small traditional delicacy that carries the cultural memory of the Khmer community in An Giang, blending everyday craftsmanship with enduring values of harmony, prosperity and family unity.

A glittering fireworks show will be held to celebrate the successful conclusion of the 14th National Party Congress on January 23 in Hà Nội's Mỹ Đình Stadium area.

The Việt Nam Centre for Protection of Music Copyright (VCPMC), under the Việt Nam Musicians’ Association, collected more than VNĐ424.3 billion (US$16.15 million) in music royalties in 2025, marking an 8 per cent increase from 2024.

Việt Nam Museum of Fine Arts received nearly 1,000 artworks handed over by the Việt Nam Fine Arts Association on January 12. 

Costamigo BW Premier Collection by Best Western has officially entered the market in the coastal area of Lâm Đồng Province (formerly Bình Thuận), adding a new high-end beachfront accommodation option for travellers in southern Việt Nam.