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President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Associations (VUFO) Phan Anh Son (third from right) and representatives of the German delegation at the meeting. Photo: VUFO At a reception for a delegation of German businesses in Hanoi on September 29, Son pledged that the VUFO would support German firms to operate effectively in Vietnam. The German side commended Vietnam’s dynamism and potential, saying the visit aims to explore the market and accelerate German investment there. Earlier, the delegation had a working session with representatives from the Ministry of Industry and Trade, where Deputy Minister Nguyen Sinh Nhat Tan noted that Vietnam prioritizes the development of renewable, new, clean energy. He emphasized investment opportunities for foreign investors, including those from Germany, in these fields. Earlier, German news website NTV published an article highlighting the attractiveness of the Southeast Asian country to German businesses. According to the art

Groundbreaking Ceremony for Two Kindergarten Classrooms in Quang Tri Province The People’s Committee of Huong Hoa district, in coordination with PeaceTrees Vietnam, organized a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of two classrooms and auxiliary facilities. The project will be adjacent to the existing Thanh Commune Central Kindergarten in A Ho village, Thanh commune of Quang Tri province. The project includes the construction of two classrooms, two storage rooms, two closed bathrooms, a corridor, a reception hall, an embankment, and a fence. It also includes the installation of electricity and water system. The total cost of the project is VND 1.5 billion (USD 61,700), with VND 1 billion (USD 41,100) in non-refundable aid capital and VND 500 million (USD 20,500) in counterpart capital from the district’s People’s Committee. The project is expected to be completed and put into use after seven months of construction. Country Director of PeaceTrees Vietnam, Phan Thi Hong Ha,

Hanoi is renowned for its culinary delights, with four dishes making it onto the prestigious list of 121 Typical Delicacies of Vietnam. These include the iconic pho (noodle soup), bun oc (vermicelli soup with snail), com Vong (dishes made from young stick rice flakes), and bun thang (vermicelli noodle with assorted toppings). Bun thang is one among Hanoi delicacies honored. On September 29, the Vietnam Culinary Culture Association (VCCA) held a ceremony in Hanoi to recognize and award certificates to 121 exemplary culinary dishes selected for Phase 1 (2022) of the project “Building and Developing Vietnamese Culinary Culture into a National Brand”. The association also announced Phase 2 (2023) of the project. During the first phase, a total of 421 culinary dishes from 60 out of 63 provinces and cities were nominated. With the expertise of cultural, historical, and gastronomic experts, the VCCA carefully handpicked 121 typical Vietnamese dishes for the project. These d

During a recent workshop in Hanoi, Associate Professor Tran Thi An, President of the Hanoi Folk Arts Association, highlighted the importance of folk artists in preserving and promoting the rich cultural heritage of the city. By transmitting the essential values of Hanoi’s ancient culture, these artists play a vital role in safeguarding the intangible cultural treasures of the capital. A performance by the Hanoi Ca tru Club at Kim Ngan Temple, No.42 Hang Bac Street. Photo courtesy of the club During a workshop titled “The Role and Responsibility of Artisans in Protecting and Promoting the Value of Hanoi’s Intangible Cultural Heritage,” she emphasized the significance of folk artists in preserving and promoting cultural heritage. These artisans possess a social responsibility to safeguard and promote the values associated with cultural heritage. According to researcher Le Hong Ly, it is crucial for folk artists to play a more active role in educating the community, partic

Hanoi-based photographer Tran Viet Van, from Lao Dong (Labor) newspaper, received an honorable mention at the 20th International Photography Awards (IPA) 2023 in the US. Van’s entry, titled “The Rhythm of Time,” consists of nine color photos and was recognized in the Press Photo category. The photos showcase the daily life and activities of Cuban people in Old Havana and Trinidad during his visit to the Latin American country in November 2022. Some of the images from this series have previously won an Honorable Mention in the Press Photo category at the World Master of Photography Awards in Austria and a Third Prize at the Pink Lady Food Photographer of the Year in the UK, the world’s leading award for food photography. The IPA 2023 received over 15,000 entries from 120 countries worldwide. Esteemed photography experts from the US, the UK, France, Germany, and Italy selected excellent works in various categories for exhibitions and publication in books. The winners in categories s

Tu San Agricultural and Tourism Service Cooperative, the sole provider of tourist boat services on the Nho Que River in Meo Vac District, announced the reopening of boat transportation to Tu San Canyon via the Nho Que 1 Hydropower Plant route. Starting at 7:00 am on Thursday, tourists can once again enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Southeast Asia’s deepest canyon, which stretches 1.7 kilometers and features imposing cliffs reaching heights of up to 800 meters. This announcement follows a directive from the Ha Giang Province People’s Committee and a productive meeting between the cooperative, Nho Que 1 Hydropower JSC, and the Meo Vac District People’s Committee. The cooperative had temporarily suspended boat service after the expiration of their contract with Nho Que 1 Hydropower JSC. Despite facing challenges in extending the contract, the cooperative and Nho Que 1 Hydropower JSC have now resolved the issue, allowing for the resumption of this popular tourist activity. On Tuesday, the

The film Tro Tan Ruc Ro (Glorious Ashes) has been selected to represent Vietnamese cinema in the preliminary round of the 2024 Oscars category for international film. The invitation was extended by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences based in the US. If the film qualifies for the official competition round, it will be competing in the Best Non-English Film category. This film marks the return of director Bui Thac Chuyen after a 10-year absence since his last film, Loi Nguyen Huyet Ngai (The Curse of the Blood Wormwood). Phuong Anh Dao, playing Nhan, in a scene of “Glorious Ashes”. Glorious Ashes is an adaptation of two short stories by novelist Nguyen Ngoc Tu: Tro Tan Ruc Ro and Cui Muc Troi Ve (Rotten Firewood Returns). The film tells the story of the devastated people of Thom Rom hamlet, a poignant fishing village in Ca Mau province. Glorious Ashes revolves around the unusual love lives of three women, presenting a contrast between their tumultuou

The newly crowned Miss Universe Vietnam 2023 is a 25-year-old model and entrepreneur from Hanoi. She stands at a height of 1.72m and has perfect measurements of 86, 60, and 93cm. The Hanoian girl crowned the beauty contest of Miss Universe Vietnam 2023. Photo: missosology.org The newly crowned Miss Universe Vietnam 2023 gave an excellent answer during the behavioral rounds, expressing her thoughts in both English and Vietnamese. She emphasized the importance of learning, respecting differences, and honoring them. She believes that when we know how to respect differences, love, and share, the world will be a much better place. Miss Universe Vietnam 2023 will represent her country with the national flag at the upcoming The 72ND Miss Universe 2023 pageant in El Salvador. The pageant will take place at the Adolfo Pineda National Gymnasium on Saturday, November 18, 2023. The reigning Miss Universe 2022, R’Bonney Gabriel, will crown her successor at the end of the Grand Fi

Several major  music festivals  are to be held in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City in the last three months of 2023, to build cultural brands and lure domestic and international tourists.  The golden girls of the Korean BlackPink Band successfully held a two-night performance in Hanoi last month. Photo: Some Where In Hanoi Organizing annual music events and contributing to the growth of the cultural industry requires substantial and innovative efforts. Building Cultural Brands There are numerous cultural events and music festivals held in major cities worldwide each year, serving as a gathering place and cultivating the reputation of these cities. Hanoi is no exception to this global trend. In line with this, we are excited to announce the lineup for the HAY Glamping Music Festival 2023. Taking place in Hanoi on September 29 and 30, this festival promises to provide an exceptional experience for music lovers and festival-goers alike. The festival will showcase the talents

On September 27, the People’s Committee of Thua Thien Hue province issued Decision No. 2251/QD-UBND to receive non-project aid from the Childhood Hope Association (France) to support blind students in difficult circumstances living at the Center for Education and Career Guidance for Blind Children in Thua Thien Hue province with a total aid of VND 114,777,000, equivalent to 4,500 EUR. Giving gifts to the blind on the occasion of Tet 2022. Specifically, the French Association will provide financial support for some school supplies and pay salaries for 01 kitchen staff and 01 security guard for the Center. The aid also aims to help blind students living at the Center for Education and Career Guidance for Blind Children (Address: 180/1 Phan Boi Chau, Truong An Ward, Hue City) to have better conditions for learning, practicing, and developing talents. The People’s Committee of Thua Thien Hue Province assigned the Blind Association of Thua Thien Hue Province to receive and o

Starting from September 29th, 2023, residents of Ho Chi Minh City can now easily access and book the electric scooter ride-hailing service offered by Green SM Bike through their official mobile application. With fares starting at VN13,800 for the initial 2 kilometers (equivalent to VND6,900 per kilometer), and VND4,800 per kilometer from the third kilometer onward, this service provides a convenient and cost-effective transportation solution. The VinFast Feliz S model has been chosen as the official electric scooter for the Green SM Bike fleet. This model is renowned for its Cyan Blue paint, giving it a unique and eye-catching look. Furthermore, the VinFast Feliz S is highly regarded by both drivers and passengers for its exceptional engine power, seamless performance, and plush, comfortable seating. At Green SM Bike, we are dedicated to upholding the core values of Echoing Green SM. Our top priority is ensuring that our passengers have an exceptional service experience. To achie

The schedule of events was announced at a press conference held at the French Consulate General Palace on Wednesday. The exciting lineup includes informative talks, impressive exhibitions, captivating film festivals, engaging competitions, and captivating performances showcasing notable individuals from both the French and Vietnamese fashion industries. Fashion and Design season commences with a bang The Consul General of France, Emmanuelle Pavillon Grosser, expressed her satisfaction with the previous season titled ‘Cuisine.’ This season, which took place from January to June, hosted a series of captivating events that showcased the diverse aspects of French and Vietnamese culinary arts. Gain unique insights into topics such as the rich history of bread, the captivating world of culinary cross-pollination, the exquisite art of wine tasting, the intriguing diplomatic cuisine, the enticing realm of coffee, and the indulgent secrets of cocoa. Engage with renowned culinary experts from

Nguyen Thi Thu Huong, the head of the Department of Communications and External Relations at the Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum, highlights that the cultural heritage tour is a result of a long-standing collaboration between the museum and travel companies. The aim of the tour is to provide visitors with an engaging and informative experience during their visit to the capital. Visitors have the option to explore the museum with a tour guide or utilize a multimedia voiceover application that offers sound, images, and smart instructions in eight languages. This technology allows visitors to save time and enhance their overall experience, explains Huong. Of particular note, the Highlight Tour aims to provide visitors with in-depth knowledge about the various artworks on display at the museum, revealing the fascinating stories behind these artifacts. Moreover, this tour offers an engaging experience for art enthusiasts who seek to delve deeper into the unique cultural values of

Nguyen Thi Tuyen is the sole remaining artisan in her village dedicated to crafting traditional toys for the annual Mid-Autumn Festival. Despite only working for one month each year, she perseveres in this art form, considering it to be the essence of her existence and a means of preserving cultural heritage for the younger generation.  Nguyen Thi Tuyen is busy making Mid-Autumn toys for customers. Photo: Cong Phuong Every year during the Mid-Autumn Festival, the residents of Ai Hau Village in Van Canh Commune, Hoai Duc District, located approximately 10 kilometers from Hanoi, are engaged in the production of lanterns that are then distributed to the market. The village was filled with trucks, eagerly awaiting to load star lanterns, carp lanterns, and traditional toys for delivery to various destinations. Ai Hau Village proudly holds the title as the birthplace of lantern making in the historic capital city. In today’s world, the allure of industrially manufactured toy

The Vietnamese aerobics team achieved great success at the tournament, earning a total of three gold medals. Tran Ha Vi won the women’s singles event, while Le Hoang Phong and Tran Ngoc Thuy Vi secured gold in the doubles event. Additionally, Le Hoang Phong, Tran Ngoc Thuy Vi, Nguyen Che Thanh, Vuong Hoai An, and Nguyen Viet Anh won gold in the group category. This outstanding performance placed Vietnam at the top of the medal standings for the adult age group. The tournament featured participants from fourteen Asian countries and territories. Mongolia, Cambodia, and Taiwan also performed well, each winning a gold medal. In the 15-17-year-old categories, the Vietnamese youth aerobics team achieved three silver medals and two bronze medals. Nguyen Tat Viet won silver in boys’ singles, Phan Thi Uyen Nhi won silver in girls’ singles, and Phan Thi Uyen Nhi, Nguyen Hoang Gia Han, and Nguyen Duong Quynh won silver in the trio event. Bronze medals were awarded to Nguyen Tat Viet and Nguyen P

The band announced on their official Facebook account that they will be returning to Vietnam with the Wild Dreams tour on November 22, 2023. Their highly-anticipated live concert will be held at Thong Nhat Stadium in Ho Chi Minh City, as stated in the Facebook post. Tickets for the concert will go on sale next Tuesday. They urged their fans not to miss out on this opportunity. A photo of the members of Westlife when they were young. Photo: The Guardian Immediately after the announcement, the Facebook post received an overwhelming response with 6,000 reactions, 1,500 comments, and over 1,000 shares. Many fans expressed their excitement and mentioned that they would be attending the concert with their friends. In 2011, Westlife visited Vietnam for the first time and performed at My Dinh Stadium in Hanoi as part of their Westlife Gravity Tour. Two years later, Shane Filan, the main vocalist of Westlife, held the You & Me Tour Live in Saigon show at 7 Nguyen Tat Than

With only one day remaining before the Mid-Autumn Festival on September 29th, mooncake sales in the market are still quite low. In previous years, demand for mooncakes typically increased during this time as people purchased them for personal consumption and as gifts for loved ones. Tran Khanh Duong, a mooncake vendor in Hanoi’s Hai Ba Trung district, stated that most shops open their counters at least a month before Full Moon Day, but sales have been slow. He attributed this to the lingering effects of Covid-19, which has resulted in fewer big orders from companies and people being hesitant to spend. Additionally, market purchases have not yet rebounded as expected. On average, customers are only buying 1-2 boxes of traditional mooncakes as gifts for themselves or their loved ones. Hotels introduce new mooncake collections. Photo: Hoai Nam/The Hanoi Times Some individuals prefer homemade mooncakes over mass-produced ones due to their lower cost and superior taste. Ho

An opening ceremony will be held on April 6 at Saigon Opera House, followed by an award giving and closing ceremony at Lam Son park in District 1. The festival will take place on Nguyen Hue pedestrian street and will feature a range of activities over the course of eight days. The highlight of the event will be an exhibition on the film industry, workshops on the Vietnamese and global film industries, and short training courses. This festival provides a valuable opportunity for Vietnamese filmmakers to connect and collaborate with international colleagues. Movie enthusiasts will also have the chance to enjoy the best and latest films, and have the opportunity to meet their favorite celebrities. Additionally, Cine show, a series of music and fashion shows, will offer unique experiences and celebrate the Vietnamese and global film industries. Visitors will also be introduced to the outstanding achievements of the fashion industry in Ho Chi Minh City and Vietnam. The post Plans

The torrential rain falls during rush hours, causing traffic to grind to a halt. The photo has been snapped on To Huu Street. The post Hanoi Hit With Severe Traffic Congestion Due to Heavy Rainfall appeared first on Vietexplorer.com .

According to the National Center for Hydrometeorological Forecasting, the weather forecast during the Mid-Autumn Festival (September 29) in the North includes scattered showers and thunderstorms with locally moderate and heavy rain. In other areas, there will be scattered showers and thunderstorms with heavy rain, especially in the South Central region, Central Highlands, and Southern regions. Thunderstorms may bring tornadoes, lightning, hail, and strong winds. The weather forecast in different regions Northwest region: The Northwest will be cloudy with moderate to heavy rain and scattered thunderstorms. Thunderstorms may bring tornadoes, lightning, and strong winds. The lowest temperature will range from 21 to 24 degrees Celsius, with some areas below 21 degrees. The highest temperature will range from 27 to 30 degrees Celsius, with temperatures over 30 degrees in some places. East Northern region: The East Northern region will experience cloudy weather with moderate to heavy

The event is held during the eighth month of the lunar calendar. Locals select plump rice ears as part of the ritual in order to worship the rice’s soul to express respect towards the God of agriculture. This is an occasion in which to give thanks for a bountiful harvest. An indispensable part of the festival is to choose rice and to make green rice flakes. Locals harvest rice after performing the ritual in which they worship the rice’s soul. The festival helps to strengthen solidarity among the community as a whole. Making green rice is part of the festival. A food tray represents the Kho Mu ethnic culture and is an integral part of the important cultural occasion. The tray is meant to symbolize both happiness and wealth. Locals enjoy playing tug of war during the festival. A food tray represents the Kho Mu ethnic culture and is an integral part of the important cultural occasion. Locals enjoy playing tug of war during the festival. The post Kho

Every morning, the Ky hamlet community house is filled with people gathering for the rain worship ceremony. Young men carefully arrange a set of gongs while the women diligently prepare the offerings. The village center is adorned with a two-storey Pưk hut, specifically built for the rain ritual. The upper storey is dedicated to the god and goddess, while the lower storey serves as a granary, symbolizing abundance and prosperity. In front of the hut, offerings to the evil god, who brings destruction to the fields through birds and beasts, are placed. These offerings consist of liquor, chicken, and small wooden statues of elephants, tigers, and hedgehogs. As the gongs fill the air with their enchanting sounds, the shaman takes his place in front of the Puk hut to begin the ritual. He fervently prays to the gods of the sky, earth, and rain, beseeching them to bless the fields with abundant water for the crops to flourish. Water is a vital element for the rice to grow healthily,

The festival aims to promote friendship and solidarity among Asian countries, as well as between Romania and the participating countries. It provides an opportunity for Romanian people to enhance their understanding of the rich and diverse cultures of Asian countries. The Vietnamese booth attracted numerous visitors, particularly young people, with its display of Nón lá (conical hats) and photographs and paintings showcasing the landscape and culture of Vietnam. Visitors also had the chance to witness Áo Dài (traditional long dress) shows and dances, offering them an insight into Vietnamese women’s traditional attire and its cultural significance. Throughout the festival, the Vietnamese Embassy showcased a variety of traditional dishes such as Bánh mì (Vietnamese baguettes) and Nem (spring rolls), as well as key Vietnamese agricultural products like tea and coffee that are exported. The Vietnamese booth, along with booths from China, Bangladesh, Iran, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakista

The CEPPP is an activity under the ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus) Experts’ Working Group on Peacekeeping Operations (PKO-EWG) Cycle 4. Photo: VNA Matsuzawa Tomoko, Director for Defense Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region at the Japanese Ministry of Defense, acknowledged the efforts of Vietnam’s Defense Ministry and the Vietnam Department of Peacekeeping Operations as co-chairs of the event, according to the Nhan dan (People) Newspaper. The CEPPP is an activity under the ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus) Experts’ Working Group on Peacekeeping Operations (PKO-EWG) Cycle 4, which took place on September 13-21. It brought together nearly 300 experts, trainees, and observers from ADMM-Plus member countries. Tomoko highlighted the close cooperation between Vietnam and Japan in the preparation for CEPPP, ensuring the program’s benefits for all participating members. She stated that the CEPPP has successfully achieved its goal of promoting