VOV.VN - At grilling sites across Cua Lo Ward, central Nghe An province, tonnes of fish are grilled around the clock over charcoal fires and shipped out continuously to supply the market ahead of the Lunar New Year of the Horse 2026.

Buoyed by strong economic performance in 2025, Vietnam is poised to embark on a new growth cycle from 2026, with regional prospects viewed more favourably, recent international assessments show.

The Homeland Spring Festival 2026 was held by the Vietnamese Consulate General in Khon Kaen, Thailand, featuring a wide range of cultural activities that attracted a large number of overseas Vietnamese, particularly from the Northeastern region.

Following the inauguration of the International Financial Centre (IFC) in Da Nang city, Vietnam has officially launched its International Financial Centre in Ho Chi Minh City, marking what leaders describe as a pivotal step in the country’s economic transformation.

VOV.VN - The largest spring flower display in Hanoi opened at the Ly Thai To Flower Garden by Hoan Kiem Lake on February 13, offering residents and visitors a vibrant cultural space to celebrate the Lunar New Year.

VOV.VN - On February 12, Vietnamese Ambassador to Austria Vu Le Thai Hoang spoke with lecturers and international postgraduate students at the Diplomatic Academy of Vienna on the outcomes of the 14th National Party Congress, Vietnam’s foreign and external economic policies, and relations between ASEAN and the European Union (EU), as well as Vietnam-EU ties.

VOV.VN - The Prime Minister has approved the establishment of the Hai Phong Special Economic Zone (SEZ), a 5,300-hectare development designed to accelerate high-tech industry, innovation and regional connectivity in northern Vietnam.

VOV.VN - The Vietnam and ASEAN Research Centre under the Russian Academy of Sciences, in coordination with the Embassy of Vietnam in Russia, held an international conference titled “Vietnam: Notable Milestones in 2026” in a hybrid format combining in-person and online participation on February 12-13.

VOV.VN - The Spring Fair 2026, the largest of its kind in Vietnam held from February 2-13, has brought together provinces, travel agencies, hotels, resorts and transportation companies from across the country, offering visitors comprehensive travel information and attractive promotions for their upcoming trips.

VOV.VN - The Embassy of Vietnam in Brunei has hosted a “Homeland Spring” programme for the Vietnamese community there to celebrate the traditional Lunar New Year (Tet) festival.