Amid the vast northeastern sea, Tran Island quietly welcomes Tet at the nation’s frontline. Wrapping chung cakes in salty winds and distant wavesResidents on the island wrap chung cakes for Tet. In the final days of the year, while the mainland bustles with shopping and celebration, Tran Island - a frontline island of Quang Ninh province - maintains its unhurried calm in the middle of the ocean. The national flag flying over vast seasThe national flag flies along roads and rooftops. At the nation’s frontline, Tet becomes a bond uniting the military and civilians, forming a small but resilient community in the open sea.

Source: VietNamNet News February 19, 2026 00:06 UTC