(VOVWORLD) - The stalemate in efforts to establish a lasting ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, the fragile situation in Lebanon, the volatility in Syria, and the growing confrontation between Israel and Iran are set to keep the Middle East’s security environment fraught with challenges in the coming year.

(VOVWORLD) - The project to preserve, restore, and promote the Hai Van Gate national relic site has been completed after more than three years. Hai Van Gate is one of Vietnam’s most magnificent military fortresses and a majestic mountain pass. It’s the shared heritage of Thua Thien-Hue province and Da Nang city.

(VOVWORLD) - Vietnam achieved impressive economic results in 2024 with import-export being the main drivers for economic growth, earning an estimated turnover of 800 billion USD, up 15% and three folds surpassing the assigned target. 2024 is the 9th consecutive year that Vietnam has recorded a trade surplus. These achievements lay a foundation for Vietnam to achieve a stronger economic growth next year.

(VOVWORLD) - Businesses in Da Nang are working at full capacity to fulfill year-end and Q1 orders. Many businesses have taken on seasonal workers to keep up with the high volume.

(VOVWORLD) - Christmas is celebrated around the world in a variety of ways. In Vietnam, this is a solemn celebration for Christian communities and also a festive occasion for non-Christian people, especially young people, to join in cultural and artistic activities, give gifts to others, and convey best wishes to relatives and friends.

(VOVWORLD) - It has been more than two weeks since Bashar Al-Assad's regime was toppled, and Syria’s new rulers and the international community are trying to build a roadmap to lasting peace and stability in Syria.

(VOVWORLD) - In the days leading up to Christmas, Vietnamese Party and State leaders have been visiting Catholic parishes nationwide to celebrate the holiday and engage with dignitaries, clergies, and parishioners. The leaders have highlighted Catholics' contributions to national development and expressed their hope that religious followers will continue to uphold national unity to build a prosperous nation.

(VOVWORLD) - Ho Chi Minh city has inaugurated its first urban railway line, Ben Thanh-SuoiTien Metro Line No. 1. This is a significant milestone in public transport, urbanization, and economic development in Vietnam’s largest metropolis.

(VOVWORLD) - The Hoa Lo Prison Relic is hosting a special exhibition to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Vietnam People's Army. The exhibition showcases hundreds of historical documents and images, offering the public a deeper understanding of the brutal wars and Vietnamese Generals’ contributions to national liberation.

(VOVWORLD) - 2024 marks a turning point in Binh Duong province’s import-export, with an estimated trade surplus of 10 billion USD, accounting for more than 10% of Vietnam’s export turnover.