Hanoi, Oct. 2 -- The "Hanoi 5 Cua O" (Hanoi's Five Gates) train, which departed from Hanoi Station towards Tu Son in Bac Ninh province, offered passengers more than scenic views - it provided a unique reading experience with newspapers and publications available onboard.

Over 1,000 issues from the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) were carefully prepared and distributed free to passengers. Highlights included the Vietnam and World Economy fortnightly, Sports & Culture newspaper, Tin Tuc (News), Viet Nam News, and Le Courrier du Vietnam. Available in Vietnamese, English, and French, the publications cater to both domestic and international travellers, turning the train into a moving hub of current affairs and cultural insight.

Passengers could e...