Permanent Deputy Secretary of the provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the provincial People's Council Lo Minh Hung, and Deputy Secretary of the provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the provincial People's Committee Nguyen Dinh Viet on June 24 led a working delegation on a fact-finding tour to examine the development of tourism, energy, and transportation in the Son La hydropower reservoir area.

Bac Yen commune held the opening ceremony of the first Sports Games 2026 on June 25 morning, featuring the participation of more than 700 officials, residents and athletes across the locality.

A high-level delegation of Son La province led by Hoang Van Nghiem, member of the Party Central Committee, Secretary of the Son La provincial Party Committee and head of the province’s delegation of National Assembly deputies, completed exit procedures at Tay Trang International Border Gate in Dien Bien province on June 25 to begin a working visit to the Lao provinces of Luang Prabang, Bokeo and Oudomxay.

The General Council of Agriculture and Rural Development Vietnam, in coordination with Son La’s Department of Agriculture and Environment, on June 24 held a seminar on green and circular agriculture aligned with international standards, while promoting trade and investment in sustainable agricultural products in Son La province.

A delegation from the Departments of Agriculture and Environment of Laos’ Oudomxay and Phongsaly provinces on June 24 paid a working visit to Son La province. The delegation was received by leaders of the Son La Department of Agriculture and Environment, along with representatives of its affiliated units.

Capitalising on its natural strengths and potential, the Moc Chau plateau is developing a variety of distinctive agricultural products linked to tourism. The combination of high-tech agriculture and experiential tourism at local vineyards is creating a new direction for the region, offering visitors impressive check-in spots while also demonstrating economic efficiency and promoting sustainable rural development.

The provincial Steering Committee for Voluntary Blood Donation, in coordination with the National Institute of Hematology and Blood Transfusion, on June 23 held the opening ceremony of the 14th “Red Journey” 2026 under the theme: “Son La – One drop of blood – A million hopes.”

From specialised longan-growing areas to high-tech plum orchards, cooperatives in Long Phieng are affirming their role as the driving force behind production linkages, enhancing the value of agricultural products, and creating sustainable livelihoods for local people. These efforts contribute to the development of a modern and sustainable agricultural economy.

The Son La provincial Steering Committee for Voluntary Blood Donation, the Son La Hanh Trinh Do (Red Journey) Club, and a large number of volunteers on June 22 offered incense at the Ho Chi Minh Monument at Tay Bac (Northwest) Square and joined a parade to promote voluntary blood donation, kicking off the 14th Red Journey 2026.

Hoang Van Nghiem, member of the Party Central Committee, Secretary of the provincial Party Committee, and Secretary of the Party Committee of the provincial Military Command, chaired a conference on June 22 to issue a resolution on leadership over the implementation of military and defence tasks and Party building work in the last six months of 2026.

The Chieng Coi ward Youth Union, in coordination with the ward police force, launched the Green March 2026 campaign on June 22.

Lo Minh Hung, Standing Deputy Secretary of the provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the provincial People’s Council, on June 22 chaired the fifth session of the permanent members of the 16th-tenure People’s Council for the 2026–2031 term.

The Investment, Trade and Tourism Promotion Centre of Son La province, in coordination with relevant departments and agencies, held the opening ceremony of the Son La Agricultural Products and Safe Food Week 2026 in Hai Phong city on the evening of June 18.

The Traffic Police Division under the provincial Department of Public Security, in coordination with commune- and ward-level police, on June 19 simultaneously held a road traffic safety awareness and legal education programme for nearly 2,500 students and teachers at secondary and high schools, as well as residents across the province.

If Son La captivates visitors during the day with its lush tea hills, vibrant flower seasons, and majestic natural landscapes, then at night, travellers are immersed in the unique cultural activities of the province's ethnic communities. Under sparkling lights, graceful xoe dances, the resonant sounds of khen (panpipe), and community cultural exchange activities create a colourful nighttime atmosphere. Each experience offers a journey into local life, customs, and traditional cultural values that have been preserved through generations, contributing to Son La's distinctive appeal.

The provincial Steering Committee for the search for, recovery and identification of martyrs’ remains held a meeting on June 15 to review lessons learned ahead of the province-wide collection and handover of samples of fallen soldiers' remains. Colonel Sa Minh Nghĩa, Political Commissar of the provincial Military Command and standing deputy head of the steering committee, chaired the event.

The Son La provincial People's Committee, in collaboration with the Embassy of India in Vietnam, organised the celebration of the International Day of Yoga under the theme “Yoga – For Healthy Aging” at Moc Chau Island Tourist Area in Moc Chau ward on June 14.