Stories from Vietnam

Khanh Hoa Province experienced a influx of tourists during the holiday period, including May 1st. Flights to Cam Ranh International Airport were frequent, and popular tourist spots were crowded. Both domestic and international travelers arrived by air, road, and rail, contributing to a vibrant tourism atmosphere. Tourists also traveled by road and rail, filling beaches and attractions. The number of visitors traveling by road and rail also saw a rise. Accommodation facilities reported high occupancy rates, with some near the coast being nearly fully booked. Over 1,400 accommodation establishments with more than 70,000 rooms are available to meet demand. Security, order, and the environment were maintained, with no negative incidents reported.

Participants in mountain climbing must prepare essential survival skills, including how to find water without food. Mandatory principles for trekking include having fire-starting materials, salt, and dried food, particularly sugar.

Despite global economic difficulties, trade between Vietnam and Japan has remained stable and shows signs of positive recovery. Key Vietnamese exports to Japan include textiles, processed agricultural products, electronics, and components.

Japan supports Vietnam's efforts to build an independent and self-reliant economy. In Australia, the visit aims to confirm a special strategic partnership. Japan and Australia are expected to announce increased economic security cooperation. Vietnam possesses a rich collection of tangible and intangible heritage, including traditional crafts. However, these resources have not yet been fully converted into drivers of economic development. A key challenge is the need to re-evaluate heritage within a new development mindset, according to the deputy head of the Central Propaganda and Training Department and editor-in-chief of the Nhân Dân newspaper. Vietnam is urged to re-evaluate heritage within new development thinking, viewing it as a key to transforming resources into assets that can be protected, exploited, and generate added value.

Drivers should remember that even a one-second lapse in attention can cause an accident. Short naps of about 15 minutes can improve driver alertness. Resting during long journeys is also a way to regain alertness.

An Indian-based company has agreed to sell its automotive interior segment to Apollo. The transaction carries an enterprise value of 1.82 billion euros, approximately 2.1 billion USD.

Bac Ninh province will begin large-scale land clearance for the North-South Expressway East section near Cam Lo and La Son. The project spans over 98 km and is expected to be completed in 2026. Total investment for the construction is estimated at over 6.4 trillion VND.

Japanese politician Sanae Takaichi plans to announce a new foreign policy during an upcoming speech in Vietnam. Takaichi plans to use a speech in Vietnam to promote the Indo-Pacific concept as a diplomatic pillar, building on Shinzo Abe's 2016 vision.

A new resolution regarding the development of Vietnamese culture has been passed and takes effect on July 1. The resolution designates November 24 as Vietnam Culture Day, a public holiday where workers receive full pay. Because November 24 falls on a Tuesday, workers have proposed that the Vietnam General Confederation of Labour swap the holiday to Monday, November 23, with a compensatory workday on Saturday, December 5. This would create a four-day holiday period from November 21 to November 24. The holiday will include Thursday, September 2, and the preceding day, Wednesday, September 1. To accommodate this, August 31, 2026, will be a workday, shifting the holiday period. To accommodate this, August 31, a Tuesday, will be adjusted to Saturday, August 22. Civil servants, public employees, and workers will have a two-day holiday on September 2 and September 1, 2026.

Police in Cam Duong Ward, Vinh Laocai summoned two youths to clarify behaviors involving motorcycle operation without helmets. Both individuals reportedly operated motorcycles with both hands while using mobile phones to film videos.