Vinh Long, April 14 -- Hundreds of gift packages were distributed to Khmer families in Vinh Long on April 14 ahead of the 2026 Chol Chnam Thmay festival, as part of ongoing efforts to assist vulnerable communities.

The province's delegation of National Assembly deputies, in coordination with relevant agencies, presented 600 gifts across 11 communes, including 100 in Tap Son commune and 50 in each of the others. The programme, worth 300 million VND (11,300 USD), was funded by Agribank's Vinh Long branch.

During the visits, officials extended festive greetings and encouraged residents to maintain solidarity, boost production, and contribute to local development.

The province has a population of nearly 3.4 million, with Khmer people accou...