Railway sector adds 20,000 seats for four-day New Year holiday

Railway sector adds 20,000 seats for four-day New Year holiday

To meet rising travel demand during the four-day New Year 2026 holiday from January 1 to 4, Vietnam Railways will operate additional passenger trains and attach extra carriages to existing services, providing a total of 20,000 extra seats.

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High-quality workforce key to Vietnam’s semiconductor ambitions

Developing high-quality human resources is the decisive factor for Vietnam to successfully build its semiconductor industry, Deputy Minister of Education and Training Nguyen Van Phuc said at a conference reviewing the implementation of national strategies on semiconductor workforce development held in Ho Chi Minh City on December 26.

“Spring for you” program receives VND 116 billion to support disadvantaged children


PANO - The Vietnam Children’s Fund (VCF), in coordination with relevant agencies, organized the 19th “Spring for you” program on December 27 in Hanoi, during which the organizing panel received VND 116 billion from 60 organizations and individuals for activities in support of children in need.

Ho Chi Minh City plans six locations for New Year fireworks displays


Ho Chi Minh City is set to light up the sky with fireworks to ring in New Year 2026 at six locations, up two places from the initial plan.

Science, technology, innovation elevated as pillars for development: official


The year 2025 marks a milestone in institutionalizing science and technology, innovation and digital transformation as the three central pillars of national development, following the issuance of Resolution 57 by the Politburo and the enactment of relevant laws, said Minister of Science, Technology Nguyen Manh Hung.
Three national target programs basically meet, exceed 2021-2025 goals

All three national target programs on new-style rural area building, sustainable poverty reduction, and socio-economic development in ethnic and mountainous areas have largely met and surpassed their assigned targets and tasks for the 2021-2025 period.

Four decades of poverty reduction in Vietnam: Bold action to leave no one behind


Since the launch of its Doi moi (Renewal), Vietnam has achieved a “miracle” in poverty reduction, lifting tens of millions out of hunger and helping them secure stable livelihoods. This success reflects strategic vision, methodical policies, and concerted efforts by entire society.

“Experiencing darkness” journey to see with heart


PANO - “Experiencing darkness” is an annual event organized by Samaritan’s Purse in cooperation with Hanoi-based Nguyen Van To Vocational Training and Continuing Education Center. The program aims to raise public awareness of the visually impaired, break down psychological barriers, and promote social inclusion and equal rights for people with disabilities.

Hanoi Convention: Expert praises Vietnam's pro-activeness, potential


Vietnam's participation in and hosting the signing ceremony of the U.N. Convention against Cybercrime (Hanoi Convention), demonstrates the country’s pro-active stance on global issues, stated Luu Vinh Toan, a technology analyst based in Switzerland.
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