The 11th plenum of the 13th Party Central Committee opens

Welcoming the Lunar New Year of the Horse 2026, a ceramic workshop in Lai Thieu Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, has unveiled a new collection of zodiac figurines titled Ngọ Nam (Southern Horse), inspired by the image of the horse symbolising the open-spirited, resilient and vibrant character of southern Vietnam.

With the Lunar New Year (Tet) fast approaching, flower growers in Hanoi’s Tay Tuu village have been extremely busy in recent days taking care of their gardens in preparation for Tet - the country’s biggest holiday of the year.

The gentle pink hues have become an early-spring highlight, drawing crowds of local residents and visitors to Pa Khoang reservoir in the northwestern border province of Dien Bien.

Kumquat bonsai trees shaped like horses, vases and gold bullions are proving popular among customers seeking home decorations for the 2026 Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday.

Party and State leaders, together with delegates, on January 14 visited an exhibition “From Congress to Congress”, book and press displays, and a photo exhibition “Under the Party’s banner, the nation enters a new era”, and attended a special stamp release ceremony marking the 14th National Party Congress.

The UNESCO World Heritage Committee has recognised the Yen Tu – Vinh Nghiem, Con Son, Kiep Bac Complex spanning three localities - Quang Ninh, Bac Giang, and Hai Phong – as a World Cultural Heritage Site.

During the calm season, the Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelago reveals its peaceful charm and vibrant colors, alongside the soldiers who stand watch day and night to safeguard Vietnam’s seas and skies.

General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and President of China Xi Jinping arrived in Hanoi on April 14, beginning his two-day state visit to Vietnam at the invitation of General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee To Lam and President of Vietnam Luong Cuong.

Kite flying has become a popular activity in Can Tho, especially after the Lunar New Year, with thousands of people gathering to fly kites and admire over 100 massive aerodynamic kites in various shapes and vibrant colors.

The 9th “Lighting up the Faith for Children” program has been held in the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho.