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Young entrepreneurs in Vietnam’s Gia Lai province are developing tourism businesses around family farms, local cuisine and forest landscapes, creating new livelihood opportunities in their home communities.

A traditional Jrai ceremony celebrating a new communal house will be recreated on the afternoon of October 31 at the foot of Chư Đang Ya volcano, as a highlight of Gia Lai’s International Gong Festival.

Land clearance for the first 22km of the Quy Nhon–Pleiku Expressway has reached 99.5%, while construction is accelerating across the project, according to a site inspection by Gia Lai Provincial People’s Committee Chairman Pham Anh Tuan on September 27.

The U10 football team from Sao Viet Primary, Secondary and High School in Gia Lai province have won the Da Nang regional round of the Lotteria Challenge Cup 2026, securing a place in the national final in Ho Chi Minh City on October 17.

A total of 325 athletes took part in the first “Conquering Pyâu Peak” cross-country race of 2026 in Lơ Pang commune on September 27, tackling 4 km and 11 km courses through steep mountain terrain despite heavy rain at the start.

Two stone lion statues from Mẫm Tower and a collection of Naga serpent reliefs from Dương Long Tower are being documented for nomination as national treasures, as researchers assess their significance to Champa art and culture during the Vijaya period.

Import-export turnover through Le Thanh International Border Gate reached $264.362 million as of September 18, up 69% from the same period last year, according to the Provincial Economic Zone Management Board.

Gia Lai Province aims to increase annual e-commerce sales of priority products by 15-20% under a new plan designed to expand market access and narrow the digital divide in border and mountainous areas.

Gia Lai is stepping up efforts to expand markets for agricultural products and build stable production-processing-consumption chains, as authorities seek to reduce reliance on seasonal sales across nearly 977,000 hectares of agricultural land.

Nguyễn Huỳnh Gia Hân, a young disability advocate from Gia Lai province, has been selected as one of 26 individuals to receive the 2026 “Shining Vietnamese Willpower” award, according to the Central Committee of the Vietnam Youth Federation.

The Gia Lai Provincial People’s Committee has approved the investment policy for the Sê San 4 Hydropower Plant Expansion Project, with Vietnam Electricity (EVN) selected as the investor for the 120MW project.

Homestays and farmstays in western Gia Lai are upgrading facilities and expanding nature-based, culinary and cultural experiences as they prepare for the five-day National Day holiday beginning September 2.

Nearly 9,000 officials, soldiers and residents in Gia Lai joined the nationwide “Marching forward with Vietnam” walking program on August 30, contributing more than 44 million steps and promoting fitness, national unity and green living.

Bitterness is the defining taste of traditional Jrai cuisine in Phu Tuc, where forest leaves, bitter vegetables and distinctive cooking methods have shaped dishes closely tied to the community’s way of life.

Coral coverage at Bai Dua has risen from 62% to 75.6%, while coverage at Hon Kho Nho has increased from 36% to 44.3%, as residents of Nhon Hai have spent more than a decade protecting coral reefs, cleaning marine debris and monitoring aquatic resources.

Amidst the vibrant coastal city, House No. 09 Dao Duy Tu stands in quiet contemplation, preserving memories of a time marked by resilient struggle. This nationally recognized historical site serves as a “red address,” a depth rooted in history, patriotism, and the enduring aspiration for peace.

Gia Lai artists have emerged as leading contributors to the 30th Regional Fine Arts Exhibition for Region V - South Central and Central Highlands, accounting for three of the nine award-winning artists and the largest number of works submitted by any participating locality.

Two young pianists from Gia Lai won gold medals at the finals of the 2026 National Piano Festival, held in Buon Ma Thuot Ward, Dak Lak Province, from August 4 to 9.

A university student from Gia Lai Province has represented Vietnam at a series of international youth forums, earning places at regional and global leadership programs while promoting Vietnamese culture on the international stage.

Cù Lao Xanh is leveraging its abundant marine resources and distinctive seafood cuisine to strengthen island tourism, while promoting sustainable fishing practices and protecting its coastal ecosystem.

The 9th International Vietnamese Traditional Martial Arts Festival officially began on Sunday with an incense offering ceremony and a sacred flame procession, bringing together martial arts delegations from across the country and overseas for the opening of the 4-day cultural and sporting event.

Under the theme "Science for life," Quantathon Gia Lai 2026 will take place over two days, July 27 and 28, at the Gia Lai Provincial Convention Center. The event is expected to attract thousands of young people, 26 international teams, as well as leading scientists and top global experts.

Perched atop the majestic Ấn Sơn Mountain, the Kính Thiên Altar (Heaven and Earth Worship Platform) stands as a historical monument closely linked to the heroic spirit of the Tây Sơn Three Heroes. Visitors to this site can experience the harmonious convergence of earth and sky, history..

The HV Music Club of Hung Vuong High School for the Gifted held its ninth annual minishow, titled "Thăng" (Ascend), on the evening of July 21 in Pleiku Ward, bringing together student performers and guest artists in an event that also supports the club's annual charitable activities.

Musician Trần Kim Vân has been awarded a Certificate of Merit for his outstanding contributions at the 2026 National Three-Region Folk Singing and Instrumental Festival.

Gia Lai is stepping up the use of artificial intelligence and digital technologies to promote destinations, preserve cultural heritage and improve visitor experiences, as authorities seek to strengthen the competitiveness of the local tourism industry.

In early July 2026, the Vietnam Rice Industry Association (VIETRISA) presented awards in Ho Chi Minh City for the “Vietnamese rice - Origins and future” creative writing contest.