Amid globalisation, the Fourth Industrial Revolution, and the unpredictable tides of global change, the city is leaning into its role as Vietnam’s economic engine, with sights set on becoming a leading regional hub for economy, culture, science, and innovation.

During the first seven months, total international arrivals reached 12.2 million, an annual increase of 22.5%. This demonstrates travellers’ confidence in Vietnam’s stability, a particularly important factor amid the region’s volatile geopolitical landscape.

The victory of the August Revolution was not only a great turning point that ended the colonial–feudal regime, but also a revolution for humanity, for the right to life, the right to freedom, and the right to pursue happiness. It marked the beginning of a new era: the era of national independence closely linked with socialism.

Eighty years since the historic autumn of 1945, the Vietnamese nation has overcome countless challenges to gain its independence and gradually develop thanks to the revolutionary path that is both resolute and flexible under the leadership of the Party.

With a tight 13-month deadline, the move is under a strategic and urgent policy to bridge educational gaps, train the local workforce, and shore up territorial sovereignty in some of the country’s most remote areas.

In the context of international integration and globalisation, culture and art education plays a vital role in promoting the all-round development of Vietnam's young generation.

Vietnam is actively yet cautiously preparing for the construction of its first nuclear power plant in Ninh Thuan (now the south-central coastal province of Khanh Hoa). The resumption of the programme after years of suspension carries considerable significance for the nation’s development in a new era as it strives to gradually reduce and ultimately phase out coal-fired power to realise the Government’s commitment to Net Zero by 2050.

Over the past eight decades, Vietnam has undergone a remarkable transformation in agriculture. From a former colony challenged by famine and outdated farming practices, the country has emerged as one of the world’s leading agricultural exporters, playing a crucial role in the global food supply chain.

In the three decades since, the country, consistently following a motto of being proactive, positive and responsible, has emerged as a vital force in ASEAN’s development, strengthening internal unity and consolidating the bloc’s centrality in regional and global affairs.

The "Plastic-Reducing Tourism" push, launched in Thuy Bieu ward and now expanded to iconic sites like Thanh Toan tile bridge, Ngu My Thạnh - Con Toc, and Chuon lagoon, is gaining traction. They are becoming go-to zones for community-based tourism, drawing visitors eager to immerse themselves in local traditions.

In recent years, the Vietnamese Government has issued many important legal documents, creating a solid legal framework for biodiversity conservation, including the Law on Biodiversity and various national strategies and plans for natural resources management.

The Yen Tu – Vinh Nghiem – Con Son – Kiep Bac Complex of Monuments and Landscapes, spanning Quang Ninh and Bac Ninh provinces and Hai Phong city, has been officially inscribed on UNESCO’s World Cultural Heritage list.

Fifty years after the end of the war and national reunification, Vietnam is embarking on a new great revolution — a sweeping reform involving the merger of provinces and streamlining of the administrative apparatus, aimed at advancing the nation firmly forward.

People-to-people exchange has long served as a vital bridge between Vietnam and China, forming a strong social foundation for building trust, fostering cooperation, and maintaining peace. In celebration of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties in 2025, the two Parties and Governments have jointly designated the year as the “Year of Vietnam-China Humanistic Exchange,” reflecting a shared strategic vision to promote sustainable bilateral relations rooted in public engagement.

To enhance the value chain of speciality fruit commodities with its competitive advantages, Tien Giang province is operating the Hoa Loc mango production–consumption chain project for 2020-2025 with a vision towards 2030.

Not only does Vietnam attract international tourists with its landscapes, culture, and cuisine, but it is also gradually becoming a reliable destination for medical treatment, offering high-quality services at reasonable costs.

In just six months, from December 2024 to May 2025, Vietnam enacted four breakthrough resolutions hailed as “The Four Pillars” of national development in the new era.

As Vietnam’s leading economic and cultural hub, Ho Chi Minh City continues to transform itself into a modern, smart metropolis. A key component of this transformation is the project to relocate power lines and telecommunications cables underground.

With the country rapidly advancing its plan to merge provincial-level administrative units, set to be completed by mid-August, the tourism industry, along with other sectors, is presented with challenges but also significant opportunities for innovation and sustainable growth in the era of the nation's rise.

As Vietnam’s digital transformation accelerates, both the frequency and severity of cyberattacks are growing. The National Cybersecurity Association (NCA) reported that in 2024 alone, there were some 659,000 separate cybersecurity incidents, impacting around 46.15% of government agencies and businesses.