ĐBP - In the historic autumn days, as the nation celebrates National Day (September 2), a striking red ribbon has appeared in the heart of Điện Biên Basin. Woven into the endless green of the Mường Thanh rice fields, this “flag road through the rice fields” is the creation of youth, love for the homeland, and collective unity, forming a new symbol of pride for this heroic land.

ĐBP - School textbooks will be revised to reflect the new administrative units after the recent mergers, but the updated editions are expected to be available only from the 2026 - 2027 academic year. For 2025 - 2026, students will still use the old textbooks. In this context, adapting lessons, topics, and teaching materials to reflect current realities has become a key concern for teachers, students, and parents.

ĐBP - Marking the nation’s major holidays, the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day (September 2), young people in Điện Biên province are creating a vibrant new wave of patriotism. Coming straight from the heart, this spirit of love for the nation goes beyond traditional activities, taking on a youthful, creative form that resonates with the modern era.

ĐBP - As schools nationwide prepare for the 2025-2026 academic year, schools in Điện Biên’s upland areas face a particularly important task: ensuring textbooks are ready for students. For parents, students, and schools alike, textbooks are a matter of special concern, alongside the preparation of facilities for teaching and learning.

ĐBP - In recent years, with the impact of climate change, unpredictable and extreme rainfall and floods have caused significant damage to both lives and property. Proactively preventing, responding to, and preparing for these events early not only ensures a proactive approach but also reduces risks and minimizes damage.

ĐBP - On the westernmost edge of the country, the historic days of August are filled with a spirit of celebration, echoing the nationwide joy of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution, National Day (September 2), and the upcoming 14th national Party Congress. In this cloud-covered mountain frontier, the red flag with a yellow star flutters proudly above border markers and village rooftops, a vivid reminder that the sacred sovereignty of the nation remains firmly protected.

ĐBP - Since early August, nearly 100 officers and soldiers from Infantry Battalion 1, Regiment 741, and the Defensive Area Commands of Region 1 - Mường Nhé, and Region 2 - Na Sang in Điện Biên province have split into teams carrying shovels, hammers, saws, chisels, and welding machines, marching into disadvantaged villages in the border communes of Mường Nhé, Nậm Kè, Mường Toong, and Na Sang. Their mission: to eliminate makeshift, dilapidated houses for poor households, improve local living conditions, and strengthen the “people’s defense” in the frontier of the Fatherland.

ĐBP - The shortage of teachers at many public preschool and secondary schools in the province presents a significant challenge to the education sector. To address this issue, Điện Biên province has directed relevant departments and local authorities to urgently assess, recruit, and allocate teachers to meet the teaching needs for the 2025-2026 school year.

ĐBP - Disaster forecasting and early warning are not just technical tasks but serve as the foundation for localities to take proactive measures and minimize damage when disasters strike. In the context of increasingly extreme and unpredictable weather, the demand for detailed, realistic, and locally tailored forecasts has become ever more urgent.

ĐBP - In late July and early August, days of torrential rain left Tìa Dình commune among the hardest-hit areas in Điện Biên province, causing severe loss of life and property. Thanks to swift action from local authorities and the solidarity of residents, life in Tìa Dình is gradually returning to normal. Relentless recovery efforts have demonstrated responsibility and resilience, helping maintain social order and stability across the commune.

ĐBP - In the wake of natural disasters that have damaged telecommunications infrastructure, telecommunications units in Điện Biên province have quickly mobilized to restore services and maintain information flows.

ĐBP - Speed and convenience are the main advantages that make street food at makeshift markets, temporary stalls, and sidewalks attract a large number of customers. However, behind that convenience lie numerous potential risks to food hygiene and safety, which can directly affect consumers’ health.

ĐBP - After flash floods and landslides struck Na Son, Xa Dung, Tìa Dình, Mường Luân and Phình Giàng communes, Điện Biên province in the early hours of August 1, concerns quickly rose over environmental pollution and shortages of clean water, posing serious risks to public health. In response, local authorities have rushed to disinfect water sources and the environment, distribute relief supplies, and guide residents on how to prevent common post-flood diseases.

ĐBP - In recent days, primary schools in mountainous areas have begun implementing programs to teach the national language to 5-year-old ethnic minority children before they enter first grade.

ĐBP - Having just endured the most devastating flash flood in its history, Xa Dung commune, Điện Biên province is grappling with immense challenges. With support from functional forces, the Party committee, local authorities, and residents have joined hands to carry out recovery efforts.

ĐBP - From a small club in a remote mountainous province, Robotechtory Điện Biên Phủ has made a name for itself on the national robocon stage. Its success is not only a source of pride but also proof of a tireless journey to spark and spread a passion for technology in a challenging borderland.

ĐBP - The rainy season brings along landslides, erosion, and flash floods, which are constant concerns for local people and authorities. In Na Son commune, Điện Biên province more than a week after the historic flood on August 1, the heavy damages have not yet been fully addressed, leading to constant worry and anxiety among the residents.

ĐBP - Steep, treacherous roads, a lack of basic amenities such as electricity, phone signals, and clean water, have long been characteristic features of the remote schools in Na Sang commune, Điện Biên province.

ĐBP - Upholding the tradition of “Solidarity - Compassion - Responsibility - For Victims of Agent Orange,” Điện Biên province has, over the years, made constant efforts to care for victims of Agent Orange through many practical and meaningful activities. The attention of local authorities and the sharing spirit of the community have eased some of the victims’ hardships, adding motivation to help them overcome pain and strive for a better life.

ĐBP - After the heavy rains and floods at the end of July and early August, Tàng Phon hamlet (Nậm Kè commune, Điện Biên province) was almost completely isolated. The more than 20km dirt road from the commune center to the hamlet was already difficult to travel; in the rainy season, it became even more muddy, slippery, and cut off. Overcoming hardships, commune officials and border guards tirelessly climbed hills and crossed streams to transport materials to the hamlet, rebuilding homes for poor residents in this border area.