Stories from Vietnam

Amidst the peak of the dry season in the Central Highlands, the E.D. people in Bún Kỳ, Đắk Lắk province, are holding a rain prayer ceremony. This ritual expresses their hope for rain during the severe drought conditions. Residents of Đắk Lắk Province are performing rain-praying ceremonies. Villagers in traditional attire gathered in community houses to perform rituals. The ceremonies included prayers for rain and for the health of the village elder. Preparations for the lễ cúng, or offering ceremony, were completed. Communities in Vietnam are performing rituals and recreating agricultural activities as part of ceremonies. These events include prayers for health, luck, and peace, followed by demonstrations of rice cultivation and fishing. A simulated rain event was created during the ceremony, symbolizing a wish for favorable weather in the new harvest season.

Historical sites in Vietnam are deteriorating due to time and weather conditions. Some archival materials, such as maps and astronomical charts, reflect the scientific research activities of the Nguyen Dynasty. These sites are currently in a state of disrepair.

Lieutenant General Pham Van Ti, Deputy Director of the Department of Civil Defense under the Ministry of Public Security, addressed questions regarding civil defense and national defense structures. A listener named Phan Duc Tien from Phu Tho inquired about the distinction between civil defense and national defense works.

In the early period of 2026, comprehensive efforts will be made in all aspects of military and defense work. The Party Committee of the Military Command has introduced new and creative programs to enhance the comprehensive combat readiness of the armed forces. The Uchangun Khuma forces have comprehensively and synchronously deployed rapid combat readiness measures, achieving initial results. Agencies and units have maintained strict command, duty, and combat readiness systems, ensuring they are not caught off guard by situations. They have also coordinated with relevant forces. General Phan Van Giang, Vietnam's Minister of National Defense, said the urgent need for the military to develop and implement sustainable air defense combat plans. He stated that the military must thoroughly grasp these requirements given the current context.

AI is increasingly becoming a valuable assistant in Vietnam's healthcare sector. The system is described as a place where everyone lives harmoniously, happily, and warmly, like a family. The government's policies for those who have contributed to the nation are also highlighted. They also noted that their work involves decorating clothes with tree bark and shells, and that they are a folk artisan continuing a legacy. This initiative allows for faster blood transfers between facilities, a service already implemented in some countries. The program also focuses on training healthcare workers in IT and digital transfer skills to address potential fear and unease with the transition to fully digitized operations. Public acceptance of these convenient services is also a key consideration for the national health department.

Approximately 10 tons of durian were sold within two days, thanks to community support. This assistance provides not only material value but also moral encouragement, reflecting the tradition of mutual aid within the community.

A new song titled 'Vietnam, Khuc Keu Hung' has been released, expressing gratitude to past generations. The song is by an artist who gained fame in 2000 and has garnered 119 million views. The song is intended to refresh listeners' spirits. This was reported by VOH Ho Chi Minh City.

The Mekong Delta Rice Festival is currently underway, featuring 400 booths.

State media in Vietnam is broadcasting content related to the action program of the Fatherland Front. The content focuses on discovering and accurately reporting the Party's guidelines and state laws. This is part of the 17th National Press Award for National Unity.

Vietnam has signed approximately 23 bilateral and multilateral agreements concerning the transfer of prisoners. The broadcast detailed conditions under which prisoner transfers could be denied, including threats to national defense, security, public order, or public health. Transfer may also be refused if it harms the rights of Vietnamese citizens or organizations. Following the regulation on carbon dioxide absorption and storage services, Vietnam's Deputy Prime Minister will negotiate tax reduction purchase agreements with financial and industrial development agencies in June. The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment is also distributing directives to localities to ensure compliance with government instructions on reducing administrative procedures.