Overseas Vietnamese
Finding Identity Through Language: The Vietnamese Journey Home
Daniel Nguyen Hoai Tien was born and raised in Orange County, California, in a Vietnamese family. However, during childhood, he had limited exposure to his mother tongue. His turning point came when he enrolled in a Vietnamese language course at the University of California, San Diego. "That was the first step for me to explore the language of my roots," shared Daniel.
Viet's Home
Vietnamese Doctors Contribute to Global Health Initiative
The list of 34 members and 15 advisors participating in the Lancet Global Health Commission on universal access to patient-centered care includes 2 representatives from the Vietnam Young Physicians Association.
Friendship
Vietnam - Spain Promotes Defense Cooperation
General Phan Van Giang, Politburo member, Deputy Secretary of the Central Military Commission, Minister of National Defense received Carmen Cano De Lasala, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Spain to Vietnam in Hanoi on October 9.
Vietnam-France Strategic Partnership Enhanced in the New Period
Vietnam and France enjoy a longstanding relationship that has endured various challenges and continues to deepen and expand across all sectors. The friendship is enriched by many historical ties and cultural resemblances.
19:16 | 05/10/2024
Vietnam Cultural Day in Mongolia Promotes Friendship and Mutual Understanding
Vietnam Cultural Day in Mongolia will be held from September 30 to October 1 in Ulaanbaatar. The event has a significant role in promoting friendship and mutual understanding between the two peoples of Vietnam and Mongolia.
14:41 | 30/09/2024
Continue to Inherit and Promote the Valuable Legacy of Vietnam - Cuba elations
"Through the visit, Vietnam affirms its desire to continue inheriting and promoting the valuable legacy of relations between the two countries, on the solid foundation pioneered by President Ho Chi Minh and Commander-in-Chief Fidel Castro. The bilateral meetings and exchanges between General Secretary and President To Lam and Cuban senior leaders will enhance mutual understanding and coordination on major issues, thereby further consolidating the traditional and special relationship between the two countries," said Secretary of the Party Central Committee, Chairman of the Party Central Committee's Commission on External Relations Le Hoai Trung about the purpose of the State visit to the Republic of Cuba by General Secretary and President To Lam.
14:43 | 22/09/2024
People-to-people Diplomacy - Vital Link in Vietnam-US Partnership
The Vietnam-US diplomatic relationship has made significant strides in recent decades, especially since the two countries elevated their partnership to a comprehensive strategic level in 2023. While formal ties have strengthened, it is the people-to-people exchanges that have been essential in building mutual trust and understanding, providing a solid foundation for the enduring bilateral relationship.
11:41 | 22/09/2024
National
Vietnam News Today (Oct. 15): Vietnam, China Hold 23rd Youth Friendship Meeting
National
Vietnam News Today (Oct. 15): Vietnam, China hold 23rd youth friendship meeting; Vietnam named among top 20 Best Countries in the World; Vietnam eyes electronics industry expansion at Hong Kong int’l trade fair; USIP dialogue sheds light on Vietnam – US postwar reconciliation efforts.
06:09 | 15/10/2024
National
Vietnam News Today (Oct. 14): Vietnam Seeks Deeper Labor Cooperation With Europe
National
Vietnam News Today (Oct. 14): Vietnam seeks deeper labor cooperation with Europe; Vietnam - Cambodia trade turnover soars by 21.9% in nine months; China ready to step up multi-sectoral cooperation with Vietnam: Chinese media; All Vietnamese students competing at Olympiads in 2024 win prizes.
11:09 | 14/10/2024
National
Vietnam News Today (Oct. 13): Vietnamese, Indonesian Coast Guards Hold Joint Exercise
National
Vietnam News Today (Oct. 13): Vietnamese, Indonesian coast guards hold joint exercise; Premier Li Qiang’s Vietnam visit helps promote building of community with shared future; Vinh Phuc, Cuba’s Mayabeque province strengthen cooperation; Vietnamese economy shows swift recovery in post-typhoon period.
11:47 | 13/10/2024
Friendship
Ambassador Olivier Brochet: Huge Development Potential in Vietnam - France Relations
The agreement of the two countries' leaders to upgrade the relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership is a natural result of a relationship with historical depth and breadth.
23:00 | 15/10/2024
Friendship
Club of Former Doctors, Pharmacists Studying in France Debuts
On the evening of October 14, the launching ceremony of the Club of former doctors and pharmacists studying in France and the awarding ceremony of the Order of Academic Palms to Prof. Dr. Nguyen Huu Tu were held at the French Embassy in Vietnam.
22:53 | 15/10/2024
Friendship
Vietnam, France Strengthen Medical Cooperation
Last week, the Vietnam - France Friendship and Cooperation Association paid a working visit to France to strengthen cooperation between the two countries, especially in the fields of medicine, pharmaceuticals, and public health care
19:28 | 15/10/2024
Friendship
Top Leader’s Tour of Mongolia Promises New Cooperation Chances
Ambassador Nguyen Tuan Thanh said that the visit to Mongolia by General Secretary and President To Lam is historic, bringing the Vietnam-Mongolia relationship to new heights.
08:37 | 11/10/2024
Viet's Home
Vietnamese Doctors Contribute to Global Health Initiative
The list of 34 members and 15 advisors participating in the Lancet Global Health Commission on universal access to patient-centered care includes 2 representatives from the Vietnam Young Physicians Association.
11:43 | 14/10/2024
Viet's Home
Girl Take over Leadership Roles Again in Swedish Embassy in Vietnam
In celebration of International Day of the Girl, the Embassy of Sweden and Plan International Vietnam launched Girl Takeover 2024, an initiative to empower young women to step into leadership roles and promote gender equality.
08:57 | 12/10/2024
Viet's Home
Vietnam's Rising Star on the World Stage
General Secretary and President of Vietnam To Lam and the high-ranking Vietnamese delegation successfully concluded their State visit to Mongolia and Ireland, participated in the 19th Francophone Summit, and paid an official visit to the French Republic.
10:03 | 10/10/2024
Viet's Home
Technology: Key to Preserve and Develop Vietnamese Language for Overseas Youth
The swift advancement of technology in the educational sector creates numerous opportunities for teaching Vietnamese internationally. With tools ranging from language learning apps to virtual classrooms, technology is an invaluable asset for the young overseas Vietnamese to maintain and enhance their native language skills efficiently and conveniently.
14:38 | 09/10/2024
Viet's Home
Vietnam's Cultural Booth Shines at Hakuna Matata Festival in Belgium
Visitors had the opportunity to immerse themselves in the essence of Vietnam through various cultural elements, including family meals, traditional Vietnamese writing, books, and images of banana trees and lotus flowers at the Hakuna Matata Festival in Belgium.
09:49 | 08/10/2024
Viet's Home
Vietnamese Pho Festival Takes Place in Seoul
The 2024 Vietnam Pho Festival opened for October 5-6 at the Pie Factory of the Seoul Children's Grand Park in Seoul, the Republic of Korea (RoK), connecting many Seoul residents with authentic delicacies from the S-shaped land.
15:51 | 07/10/2024
Viet's Home
Hanoi Hosts Women Leaders in STEM
On October 4, at the Vietnam National Innovation Center (Hanoi), the Vietnam Women's Union and the Vietnam Women's Association of Intellectuals co-organized the 2024 Conference of the Network of Women Scientists and Engineers in the Asia-Pacific Region (INWES APNN).
09:40 | 07/10/2024
Viet's Home
Admiring Hanoi's 'Sacred Marks' Through Lacquer Art of Young Artist
The highlight of the exhibition undoubtedly is the fusion of these traditional elements, particularly the focus on ancient relics and the art of Vietnamese water puppetry.
11:20 | 06/10/2024
State Bank of Vietnam: New Circular to Better Manage Foreign Investment Protocols
The new circular is designated to replace Circular 05/2014/TT-NHNN to implement solutions to upgrade the Vietnamese stock market according to the Government's direction and to meet the requirements of foreign exchange management for foreign indirect investment activities.
Bangladesh Islamists could Inspire Radicalization in Southeast Asia Upending Jemaah Islamiyah’s Decision to Disband
Southeast Asia’s most significant and influential Salafi-jihadist group, Jemaah Islamiyah (JI) known for the 2002 Bali bombings, declared it was disbanding recently.
Seas and islands
Vietnam Actively Promotes Peaceful Resolutions of Territorial Disputes
Seas and islands
Pierre Du Ville, head of the Wallonie-Bruxelles Delegation in Vietnam, welcomed Vietnam's efforts and results in collaborating with neighboring countries on border issues.
19:30 | 15/10/2024
Seas and islands
Global Summit on Border, Sea, and Island Cooperation Opens in Hanoi
Seas and islands
The event was held by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam and the Wallonia-Brussels Delegation in Vietnam on October 8 in Hanoi.
09:52 | 09/10/2024
Seas and islands
National Day on DK1 Rig House
Seas and islands
In celebration of the country's National Day on September 2, DK1 Rig Houses organized cultural and sports activities for its officers and soldiers.
16:06 | 05/09/2024
Overseas Vietnamese
Vietnamese-origin Females Run for Local Elections in Belgium
On October 13, local council elections were held in Belgium, featuring three Vietnamese-origin female candidates in Brussels. These candidates represent three distinct political parties, including Quynh Iris Nguyen-de Prelle (Les Engagés Party, Woluwe-Saint-Lambert district, Hang Nguyen (MR-GM-Engagés Party, Watermael-Boitsfort district), and Le Janssens de Bisthoven Kim Bi (DÉFI Party, Woluwe-Saint-Pierre district).
13:46 | 15/10/2024
Overseas Vietnamese
Finding Identity Through Language: The Vietnamese Journey Home
Daniel Nguyen Hoai Tien was born and raised in Orange County, California, in a Vietnamese family. However, during childhood, he had limited exposure to his mother tongue. His turning point came when he enrolled in a Vietnamese language course at the University of California, San Diego. "That was the first step for me to explore the language of my roots," shared Daniel.
11:37 | 14/10/2024
Overseas Vietnamese
The Vietnamese Language and its Journey to the World
With around 6 million Vietnamese residing in over 130 countries and territories, the Vietnamese language serves not just as a means of communication but also as a cultural bridge between Vietnamese generations and their motherland. The Vietnamese community is making significant contributions to the cultural and social development of their resident localities. Efforts to preserve and enhance the Vietnamese language as an integral part of national identity are intensifying, with the possibility of it gaining official recognition in many countries.
18:12 | 13/10/2024
Overseas Vietnamese
Center for Vietnam Studies Inaugurated in Osaka, Japan
The Center for Vietnamese Studies serves as a hub for coordinating comprehensive research and training on Vietnam, offering a wealth of multidimensional information and insights, while also fostering enhanced understanding and collaborative relations between Japan and Vietnam.
16:45 | 11/10/2024
World
PM Modi’s successful visit to Lao PDR: Some Indicators
One of the notable aspects of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Lao PDR was that he was the first leader who addressed the 19th East Asia Summit (EAS) after the host and incoming chair, signifying India's importance in ASEAN.
11:29 | 14/10/2024
World
Bangladesh’s Interim government faces scrutiny amid political upheaval
Recent political upheaval in Bangladesh has exposed deep vulnerabilities in the nation's governance and raised concerns over foreign influence.
15:27 | 11/10/2024
World
PM Modi to embark on Laos visit to attend 21st ASEAN-India, 19th East Asia Summits
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Laos from October 10-11, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Tuesday. The Prime Minister’s visit comes at a time when India is marking a decade of the Act East Policy this year.
12:38 | 10/10/2024
World
Century-Strength Hurricane Milton Targets Florida
Florida residents are reinforcing their homes and urgently evacuating as Hurricane Milton, considered the most powerful storm to hit Tampa Bay in over 100 years, approaches.
10:06 | 10/10/2024
Travel
Vietnam Among Top Countries Favored By Tourists
Vietnam is honored to be one of two representatives of Southeast Asia appearing on the list of Flight Centre, one of the largest traveling companies in Australia.
11:22 | 14/10/2024
Travel
Online Tickets for My Son Heritage Available on Bilingual Website
Instead of going to the ticket counter directly, tourists easily book their visits to My Son Heritage online anytime, anywhere.
11:35 | 11/10/2024
Travel
Taste Atlas: Spring Roll And Sugarcane Shrimp Are Among The World’s Best Appetizers
Spring roll and sugarcane shrimp (Chao Tom), the Vietnamese traditional dishes, are voted among the world’s best appetizers on the global list of Taste Atlas.
07:31 | 23/09/2024
Travel
Northern Vietnam's Tourism Witnesses Recovery after Typhoon Yagi
Typhoon Yagi has caused severe damage in many provinces and cities in the northern region, including major tourist centers such as Hanoi, Quang Ninh, Hai Phong, and Sa Pa (Lao Cai). In an effort to overcome the damage, many localities have organized activities to welcome tourists back.
21:51 | 20/09/2024
Free Tickets to Taiwan Film Salon 2024 in Hanoi
The annual event, the 4th of its kind, is hosted in Hanoi from September 7-14 by the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Vietnam (TECO) in collaboration with Hanoi College of Arts and Vietnam National Cinema Center.
Ben Tre Delicacy Garners International Recognition
The coconut candy attracts tourists with a distinctive local taste from the land of Ben Tre.
Pho Price Wars: A German YouTuber's Hanoi Experiment
Bernd Zehner, a German content creator, took a trip to Hanoi to experience Vietnam's most beloved dish. With numerous options, Bernd compared the cheapest and most expensive bowls of pho for his online audience.
Da Lat, Sa Pa Among Most-Searched Tourist Destinations for Upcoming Holiday
Da Lat has been ranked as the most affordable accommodation destination, while Sa Pa is a popular vacation spot for the upcoming National Day holiday in Vietnam.
Multimedia
Spanish Ambassador Talks with Students at Ho Chi Minh City University of Economics and Finance
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In her speech, she urged students to study foreign languages, particularly Spanish, to expand their horizons and swiftly adjust to a globalized world.
10:54 | 12/10/2024
Multimedia
Four Vietnamese Dishes Named among World’s Best Rated Dishes with Ginger
Multimedia
Stick rice balls in ginger syrup and black chicken hotpot are among the four local dishes to feature on the list of the 100 best-rated dishes with ginger from across the world.
11:30 | 11/10/2024
Multimedia
[Photos] Cultural Festival Honors Hanoi's Legacy of Peace
Multimedia
The “Cultural Festival for Peace” took place in Hanoi on October 6 to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Hanoi’s Liberation Day (October 10, 1954 - October 10, 2024) and the 25th anniversary of Hanoi’s recognition as a “City for Peace” by UNESCO. The event recreated the heroic historical moments of the capital 70 years ago.
09:44 | 08/10/2024
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