Earth Hour 2026 in Việt Nam has concluded with significant results. In a single hour, over 460.000 kilowatt-hours of electricity were saved, equating to approximately 40,000 US dollars. This year's countdown event, marking the 20th anniversary of Earth Hour, was held in Quảng Trị, a developing renewable energy hub in central Việt Nam, lending particular significance to the campaign.
Beyond the peaceful surroundings and fresh air, many are seeking unique local experiences. In Lâm Đồng Province, one of Việt Nam's key agricultural regions, tourism operators are increasingly tapping into the distinctive values of farming and rural life.
For the first time, railway operators in Việt Nam and China have jointly launched an international freight service running deep into Việt Nam’s interior, connecting Qinghai Province directly with Trảng Bom Station in Đồng Nai Province.
Folk tales, Vietnamese treasured oral heritage, are being retold through innovative means. Running right now in the capital through 7 June is a stunning new exhibition titled “Kỳ Mộng Dân Gian”. The exhibition uses light technology to bring Việt Nam’s rich collection of folk tales to life in a vivid and engaging way.
In 2008, the remains of 22 soldiers were discovered along Trường Chinh Street (now part of Đăk Cấm and Kon Tum Wards in Quảng Ngãi Province) and were successfully recovered. Witnesses, however, reported that a significant number of soldiers who fell during the 1968 Spring campaign may still lie underground.
The National Steering Committee for the 500-Day Campaign, together with the Ministry of National Defence and Hồ Chí Minh City authorities, held a workshop at the former Chí Hòa Chợ Quán Cemetery, now Lê Thị Riêng Park.
Civil status registration covers key life events recorded by the State, including birth, marriage, marital status, guardianship, parent-child recognition, and death. These records form the legal basis for many personal and administrative rights in everyday life. Under the old approach, citizens often had to identify the correct authority for registration, usually based on their place of residence.