In this issue, Hue Today Weekly brings readers in-depth perspectives from experts and experienced writers across the fields of culture, the arts and the heritage economy. It also explores topical issues of public interest, including regulations on caps for service fees at public educational institutions across the city, on green tourism, and how Japan preserves its historic villages. ​

On the afternoon of September 9, in Hue City, the Department of Agriculture and Environment, in coordination with the Department of Environment of Shizuoka City (Japan), held a technical workshop to promote carbon neutrality in Hue City in 2026.

Beyond learning the melodies and repertoire of Ca Hue (Hue-Singing), teachers who complete the training program are seen as an ‘extended arm’ for passing on this ‘signature’ art form of Hue.

On the morning of September 8, the Hue Union of Science and Technology Associations held a scientific seminar titled ‘Seeking Input from the Intellectual Community on the Orientation for Hue’s socio-economic Development in the new phase’.

On September 8th, Hue City Women’s Union organized the Final Round of the 2026 ‘Women Entrepreneurs - Digital Transformation Journey’ competition. The event was attended by Mr. Nguyen Chi Tai, Deputy Secretary of the City Party Committee and Chairman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Hue City, and Ms. Nguyen Thi Ai Van, Member of the Standing Committee of the City Party Committee and Permanent Vice Chairwoman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Hue City.

On the morning of September 8, Hue University, in coordination with the College of Hue, held a reception ceremony for Lao students receiving scholarships from the City People’s Committee to begin their studies at Hue University in the 2026 - 2027 academic year.

On the morning of September 8, Hue City Employment Service Center held the opening ceremony of the Job Transaction Month 2026 under the theme ‘September, the Autumn of Recruitment’.

From heritage trains and North - South railway services to modern retail systems and international markets, Hue specialties such as frozen salt coffee, banh loc, banh nam and banh ep are gradually reaching consumers more widely through science and technology, innovation and new market-oriented thinking.

A group of young people who continue “the story of Hue’s lotus” by giving it new life beyond culinary products or the blossoms that brighten every summer, through decorative items, gifts, and unique accessories.

On September 6, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs coordinated with the Embassy of Japan in Vietnam, the Embassy of Vietnam in Japan, and Hue City People’s Committee to hold the 2026 Vietnam-Japan Local Cooperation Forum in Hue City.