Vietnam commences, inaugurates 80 projects in a day to celebrate Reunification Day
Vietnam News 16:28 20/04/2025A total of 80 projects were either inaugurated or kick-started on Saturday, with a total investment exceeding VND445 trillion (US$17.2 billion), in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the liberation of southern Vietnam and Reunification Day (April 30, 1975–2025), according to reports from ministries, agencies, and localities.
A Canadian came to Vietnam 30 years ago. Now, he calls it home
Expat Life 14:10 20/04/2025Thirty years ago, Derek William Page, a young Canadian fresh out of university, stood on a humid street in Vietnam and watched soldiers march past in formation, their boots landing in unison on the sidewalk. It was April 30, 1995, the 20th anniversary of Vietnam's reunification.
Ho Chi Minh City begins national reunification celebrations with dazzling 3D mapping light show
Ho Chi Minh City 12:50 20/04/2025Art teams from Belgium, France, Singapore, and Vietnam delivered an impressive 'light feast' at a 3D mapping light show on the façade of the office building of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee on Saturday evening.
Lao troops arrive in Vietnam for Reunification Day parade
Vietnam News 12:23 20/04/2025A military delegation from Laos arrived at Terminal T2 of Phu Bai International Airport in Hue City, central Vietnam on Saturday to participate in a military parade in Ho Chi Minh City in celebration of the 50th anniversary of reunification on April 30.
Leaders from defense ministry, Ho Chi Minh City pay tribute to President Ho Chi Minh
Ho Chi Minh City 11:10 20/04/2025A delegation from the Ministry of National Defense and another from the Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee gathered in the southern Vietnamese metropolis on Saturday afternoon to pay tribute to President Ho Chi Minh, commemorating the 50th anniversary of Reunification Day (April 30).
Traffic restrictions in Ho Chi Minh City ahead of reunification anniversary
Ho Chi Minh City 18:05 19/04/2025Traffic police in Ho Chi Minh City have issued a notice urging residents to avoid driving into designated central areas on the evenings of April 19 and 26, as the city is preparing for a series of events marking the 50th anniversary of the liberation of southern Vietnam and Reunification Day (April 30).
Weather set to favor travel across Vietnam during Reunification Day holiday
Vietnam News 14:52 19/04/2025Most of Vietnam will likely experience favorable weather for travel and outdoor activities, with no extreme conditions expected during the upcoming five-day holiday from April 30 to April 4 in celebration of the country’s 50th Reunification Day (April 30) and International Workers’ Day (May 1), said the national weather center.
Ho Chi Minh City hosts first full-scale military parade rehearsal ahead of Vietnam’s reunification anniversary
Ho Chi Minh City 14:19 19/04/2025The streets of downtown Ho Chi Minh City came alive on the evening of Friday as military and police forces conducted a full-scale parade rehearsal for Vietnam’s upcoming grand parade marking the 50th anniversary of the liberation of southern Vietnam and Reunification Day (April 30).
Helicopters rehearse flag display in Ho Chi Minh City ahead of Vietnam’s Reunification Day
Ho Chi Minh City 11:56 19/04/2025Ho Chi Minh City residents on Friday morning witnessed a striking display of national pride as helicopters flew overhead, trailing Vietnam's Party and national flags, while artillery crews rehearsed a ceremonial cannon fire by the Saigon River.
Crowds gather in Ho Chi Minh City to welcome military parade rehearsal for reunification anniversary
Ho Chi Minh City 21:27 18/04/2025Thousands of people lined the streets of central Ho Chi Minh City on Friday evening to watch military vehicles and personnel arrive ahead of a major rehearsal for Vietnam’s upcoming grand parade marking the 50th anniversary of reunification on April 30.
