Hanoi, Feb. 13 -- More than 14,660 tonnes of rice from the national reserve were allocated to 13 provinces and centrally-run cities to support people during the Lunar New Year (Tet) Festival and the between-crop period in 2026.

The localities include Cao Bang, Tuyen Quang, Lang Son, Ha Tinh, Lam Dong, Gia Lai, Vinh Long, An Giang, Lai Chau, Dien Bien, Dak Lak, Quang Ngai and Da Nang.

The allocation, delivery and receipt of rice were carried out by regional reserve departments in close coordination with provincial and municipal People's Committees, ensuring compliance with regulations, proper beneficiaries and intended purposes, and adherence to procedures stipulated in Circular No. 60/2025/TT-BTC dated June 27, 2025 of the Ministry of F...