Convoy of military hardware moves into Hanoi city centre at night for military parade
Convoy of military hardware moves into Hanoi city centre at night for military parade

VOV.VN - A convoy of military hardware moved from Hanoi’s outlying Phuc Son commune to the city centre on the evening of August 19 to prepare for a military parade (A80 event) in celebration of the 80th National Day (September 2).

Convoy of military hardware moves into Hanoi city centre at night for military parade
Hanoians eager to experience double-decker train for heritage tour
Hanoians eager to experience double-decker train for heritage tour

VOV.VN - Many residents of the capital lined up to experience a double-decker train named “Hà Nội 5 cửa ô” (Five Gates Train) which debuted on August 19 on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19) and the National Day (September 2).

Hanoians eager to experience double-decker train for heritage tour
Vietnam Exposition Center inaugurated in Hanoi, set to be Southeast Asia’s largest
Vietnam Exposition Center inaugurated in Hanoi, set to be Southeast Asia’s largest

VOV.VN - The Vietnam Exposition Center, poised to become the largest exhibition venue in Southeast Asia and one of the world’s top 10 complexes, opened on August 19 in Hanoi to mark the 80th anniversary of National Day.

Vietnam Exposition Center inaugurated in Hanoi, set to be Southeast Asia’s largest
Hanoi sparkles with flags and decorations ahead of National Day celebrations
Hanoi sparkles with flags and decorations ahead of National Day celebrations

VOV.VN - These days Hanoi has put on a festive new look as streets and corners across the capital are decked out with national flags, Party flags, banners, and posters to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19, 1945 - 2025) and National Day (September 2, 1945 - 2025).

Hanoi sparkles with flags and decorations ahead of National Day celebrations
Welcome ceremony for Bhutanese King and Queen on state visit to Vietnam
Welcome ceremony for Bhutanese King and Queen on state visit to Vietnam

VOV.VN - President Luong Cuong and his spouse on August 19 hosted a welcome ceremony for King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck of Bhutan who are on a state visit to Vietnam.

Welcome ceremony for Bhutanese King and Queen on state visit to Vietnam
Hang Ma toy market gears up for National Day celebrations
Hang Ma toy market gears up for National Day celebrations

VOV.VN - Over recent days, Hang Ma street, dubbed the largest toy market in Hanoi, has been filled with national flags with shops adorned with festive decorations, attracting plenty of crowds keen to shop and capture the vibrant atmosphere as Vietnam’s National Day (September 2) is drawing near.

Hang Ma toy market gears up for National Day celebrations
30,000 join singing at special National Day concert
30,000 join singing at special National Day concert

VOV.VN - Over 30,000 people came together to sing the national anthem at the “Proud to Be Vietnamese” concert at My Dinh National Stadium in Hanoi, creating sacred moments on the evening of August 17 in celebration of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day.

30,000 join singing at special National Day concert
Party and State leaders attend ceremony marking 80th anniversary of People’s Public Security
Party and State leaders attend ceremony marking 80th anniversary of People’s Public Security

VOV.VN - Party General Secretary To Lam, President Luong Cuong, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man, along with other Party and State leaders, attended a ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of the Vietnam People’s Public Security at the National Convention Center in Hanoi on August 17.

Party and State leaders attend ceremony marking 80th anniversary of People’s Public Security
Over one million join nationwide walk marking national anniversaries
Over one million join nationwide walk marking national anniversaries

VOV.VN - More than one million people nationwide wore red shirts with yellow stars and turned their attention to historic Ba Dinh Square on August 16 to witness the national flag-raising ceremony before taking part in a mass walk promoting a united, strong, and sustainable Vietnam.

Over one million join nationwide walk marking national anniversaries
Unique products adorned with national flag made by people with disabilities
Unique products adorned with national flag made by people with disabilities

VOV.VN - Marking the 80th National Day this year, a leather workshop run by people with disabilities in Hanoi is producing items adorned with the sacred national flag.

Unique products adorned with national flag made by people with disabilities
Historic Ba Dinh Square bustles ahead of 80th National Day celebration
Historic Ba Dinh Square bustles ahead of 80th National Day celebration

VOV.VN - In recent days, young people, dressed in pristine white traditional long dress (Áo dài), have been eagerly taking numerous commemorative photos right at the historic Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi ahead of the 80th National Day celebration.

Historic Ba Dinh Square bustles ahead of 80th National Day celebration
Party General Secretary To Lam’s State visit to the RoK in the spotlight
Party General Secretary To Lam’s State visit to the RoK in the spotlight

VOV.VN - A high-ranking Vietnamese delegation led by Party General Secretary To Lam paid a State visit to the Republic of Korea from August 10 to 13 at the invitation of President Lee Jae-myung.

Party General Secretary To Lam’s State visit to the RoK in the spotlight
Hundreds of precious documents vividly depict Vietnam’s 80-year journey
Hundreds of precious documents vividly depict Vietnam’s 80-year journey

VOV.VN - More than 300 typical images, documents, and artifacts recounting the journey of 80 years since the Independence Day on September 2, 1945 are on display at an exhibition titled Upholding the Oath of Independence in Hanoi.

Hundreds of precious documents vividly depict Vietnam’s 80-year journey
Bao Ngoc to represent Vietnam at 73rd Miss World pageant
Bao Ngoc to represent Vietnam at 73rd Miss World pageant

VOV.VN - Le Nguyen Bao Ngoc, first runner-up of Miss World Vietnam 2022 and winner of Miss Intercontinental 2022, will represent Vietnam at the 73rd Miss World competition.

Bao Ngoc to represent Vietnam at 73rd Miss World pageant
Stunning scenes from national concert celebrating 80 years of National Day
Stunning scenes from national concert celebrating 80 years of National Day

VOV.VN - As many as 50,000 spectators on August 10 attended the political–artistic programme entitled ‘To Quoc Trong Tim’ (Homeland in Our Hearts) at My Dinh National Stadium in Hanoi, celebrating 80 years of National Day.

Stunning scenes from national concert celebrating 80 years of National Day
A glimpse of poetic Hanoi amid leaf-changing season
A glimpse of poetic Hanoi amid leaf-changing season

VOV.VN - This August visitors to the capital city of Hanoi during the leaf-changing season will have the chance to enjoy romantic and poetic scenes.

A glimpse of poetic Hanoi amid leaf-changing season
Special programme honours Vietnam’s legacy, unity and enduring spirit
Special programme honours Vietnam’s legacy, unity and enduring spirit

VOV.VN - A special national political–art programme “Under the Glorious Flag” took place simultaneously in Hanoi, Hue and Ho Chi Minh City to honour the country’s history and tradition, pay tribute to predecessors, and inspire national pride and revolutionary ideals.

Special programme honours Vietnam’s legacy, unity and enduring spirit
World Police Music Festival 2025 kicks off in Hanoi
World Police Music Festival 2025 kicks off in Hanoi

VOV.VN - The World Police Music Festival 2025 opened at the Hoan Kiem pedestrian zone in Hanoi on August 9, attracting large crowds of locals and tourists.

World Police Music Festival 2025 kicks off in Hanoi
President Luong Cuong’s Africa tour in the spotlight
President Luong Cuong’s Africa tour in the spotlight

VOV.VN - A high-ranking Vietnamese delegation led by President Luongh Cuong, made a working trip to Egypt from August 3–6 and to Angola from August 6–8 at the invitations of the presidents of the two African countries.

President Luong Cuong’s Africa tour in the spotlight
Modern military equipment mobilised for rehearsal ahead of National Day parade
Modern military equipment mobilised for rehearsal ahead of National Day parade

VOV.VN - Various military vehicles, artillery systems, and specialized weapons were deployed during the second rehearsal held on the morning of August 5 at the National Military Training Centre 4 on the outskirts of Hanoi, preparing for the upcoming major National Day parade.

Modern military equipment mobilised for rehearsal ahead of National Day parade
HCM City giant mural painting celebrates major national holidays
HCM City giant mural painting celebrates major national holidays

VOV.VN - A 300-metre-long wall located close to Saigon Zoo and Botanical Garden in Ho Chi Minh City has been transformed into a series of large murals by a group of artists, created to commemorate upcoming major national holidays.

HCM City giant mural painting celebrates major national holidays
Giant stands taking shape in Hanoi for National Day celebration
Giant stands taking shape in Hanoi for National Day celebration

VOV.VN - Hanoi is urgently erecting two large stands at Ba Dinh Square to serve the grand celebration on September 2 to mark the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day.

Giant stands taking shape in Hanoi for National Day celebration
Spectacular anti-terrorism performance by Guard Command Force in Hanoi
Spectacular anti-terrorism performance by Guard Command Force in Hanoi

VOV.VN - A large number of residents gathered around Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi, on August 1 to witness a simulated anti-terrorism drill performed by the Guard Command Force in coordination with special task units.

Spectacular anti-terrorism performance by Guard Command Force in Hanoi
Tri An lake - a perfect weekend retreat near HCM City
Tri An lake - a perfect weekend retreat near HCM City

VOV.VN - With its expansive waters, sweeping green meadows, and diverse aquatic ecosystem, Tri An Lake in Dong Nai province, about a two-hour drive from Ho Chi Minh City, has quickly become a beloved destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking unspoiled, serene eco-tourism experiences, especially on weekends.

Tri An lake - a perfect weekend retreat near HCM City
Air Force Brigade 918 holds formation flying drill ahead of National Day
Air Force Brigade 918 holds formation flying drill ahead of National Day

VOV.VN - Air Force Brigade 918 under the Air Defense-Air Force Service carried out a formation flying drill on July 30 at Gia Lam Airport in Hanoi, in preparation for the August Revolution and National Day celebration (September 2).

Air Force Brigade 918 holds formation flying drill ahead of National Day
Braving the scorching sun, parade units gear up for 80th National Day celebration
Braving the scorching sun, parade units gear up for 80th National Day celebration

VOV.VN - Amid sweltering heat in Hanoi, where temperatures soared to 38°C on July 29, police officers pushed through intense training sessions in preperation for a large-scale military parade and civic procession celebrating the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day (September 2).

Braving the scorching sun, parade units gear up for 80th National Day celebration
Relief convoys stream into flood-hit area, bring aid to isolated communities
Relief convoys stream into flood-hit area, bring aid to isolated communities

VOV.VN - In the wake of severe flooding triggered by Typhoon Wipha, a continuous flow of relief convoys from across Vietnam is heading toward the flood-stricken districts in the western part of Nghe An province to bring aid to residents in isolated areas.

Relief convoys stream into flood-hit area, bring aid to isolated communities
Blooming seaweed season turns island into underwater wonderland
Blooming seaweed season turns island into underwater wonderland

VOV.VN - From May to July, Hon Kho Island in Binh Dinh province bursts into colour as yellow-brown seaweed blooms across the coastline, creating a stunning underwater landscape that captivates thousands of visitors.

Blooming seaweed season turns island into underwater wonderland
Border guards stand with flood victims in times of need
Border guards stand with flood victims in times of need

VOV.VN - Border guards have fanned out to the western part of Nghe An province severely hit by flooding in the wake of typhoon Wipha, to help local people ease difficulties and gradually stabilise their lives.

Border guards stand with flood victims in times of need
Nghe An residents evacuated as rivers swell overnight
Nghe An residents evacuated as rivers swell overnight

VOV.VN - Heavy flooding overnight on July 22 in central Nghe An province’s Muong Xen commune forced residents to evacuate, as the Nam Mo river surged and inundated homes and roads.

Nghe An residents evacuated as rivers swell overnight