Hanoi: The Vietnam Book and Reading Culture Day, celebrated on April 21 since 2014, has evolved into a meaningful cultural festival, helping nurture reading habits across society. From large book fairs to reading initiatives in schools, families, and communities, the foundations of a learning society are steadily taking shape. Nationwide, reading promotion models, from contests and book streets to school libraries, are expanding.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the Ministry of Education and Training has reported that more than 2,100 libraries were expanded across 14 provinces and cities during 2021-2025, benefiting over 3.28 million students. Community initiatives, family bookshelves, clan libraries, shared apartment libraries, and reading stations are also strengthening intergenerational connections and fostering grassroots learning.