Hai Dang
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Orchestra of Royal Opera of Versailles (France) Satisfies Classical Music Lovers
23/04/2024 19:17
On April 21 evening, at Ho Guom Theatre, Hanoi, the Orchestra of the Royal Opera of Versaille (The Orchestre de L'Opéra Royal de Versailles) performed the program "Four Seasons Concert."
When Vietnamese Culture Touches the "Hearts" of Thailand
15/04/2024 10:12
It is hard to imagine that one day, a princess from another country will wear an Ao Dai and perform a self-composed poem using Vietnam as the theme with many familiar Vietnamese melodies such as Trong Com, Ly Ngua O, Beo Dat May Troi, Co La... but Thai Princess Maha Chakri Sinrindhorn brought such distant imagination to life.
Viet Designer in the Czech Republic Holds Auction to Raise Fund for Homeland Children
14/04/2024 14:40
On April 9, at the Embassy of the Czech Republic in Vietnam, a fashion show and auction of the collection of designer Mimi Lan Nguyen took place to raise money to support children and teenagers in Vietnam. This is also the opening event in the series of Czech-Vietnam cultural events, the 2024-2025 Czech cultural season in Vietnam.
33rd Vietnam International Trade Fair - Vietnam Expo 2024 Kicks Off
07/04/2024 09:14
On the morning of April 3, at the Hanoi International Exhibition Center, the Ministry of Industry and Trade and the Vietnam Trade Promotion Agency (Vietrade) organized the 33rd Vietnam International Trade Fair - Vietnam Expo 2024.
Enjoy Tuna Eyes Braised With Green Pepper at Quy Nhon, Binh Dinh
25/03/2024 15:04
The tuna eye is as big as a fatty chicken egg, the taste of green pepper is slightly spicy, the ginger is as small as a toothpick and still has the original aroma, the pungent smell of green mustard, the sweetness of onions, the spiciness of chili pepper... All combined, creating a masterpiece dish of Quy Nhon, Binh Dinh.
First Photos of UIM-ABP Aquabike World Championship 2024 Racing Teams
25/03/2024 07:21
Test run to check the smoothness of the water surface, refuel the motorbikes, conduct the final checks before entering the race track... Those are the images at Thi Nai Bay (Quy Nhon city, Binh Dinh province) on the morning of March 22.
12th Ocean Dialogue: Enduring Maritime Connectivity in a Fragmenting World
19/03/2024 18:09
Vietnam is strongly committed to navigation safety, navigation and overflight freedom, and unimpeded maritime connectivity in line with international law.
International Textile Manufacturer Expands into Vietnam
11/03/2024 10:54
Many international textile and garment manufacturers have been expanding their operations to Vietnam, boosting the strong domestic industry.
Vietnam’s Economy Sees Positive Signs at the Beginning of 2024
10/03/2024 11:37
Vietnam's economy had a good start with positive signals in the first months of 2024. Through experts' statistics and analysis, the economic scenery at the beginning of the year shows positive colors.
A Frenchman's Tet in Vietnam
19/02/2024 08:28
Despite his French nationality, Luc Mandret identifies himself as a Vietnamese. He feels excited about the holiday and the atmosphere of the last days of the year.
Ambassador Nguyen Phuong Nga: “All the Vietnamese Who Knew Merle Ratner Can Never Forget Her”
13/02/2024 11:13
Stunned by the passing of American left-wing activist Merle Ratner - a close friend of Vietnam, Ambassador Nguyen Phuong Nga, former President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, former Head of the Permanent Delegation of Vietnam to the United Nations (UN), emotionally shared memories of her American friend.
Vietnam's Seafood exports to South Korean Market Increased by 51% after 10 Years
13/02/2024 11:04
After 10 years (from 2013 - 2023), Vietnam's seafood exports to the South Korean market increased from USD 521 million to USD 787 million (raising 51%).
Economic Diplomacy Visionary Binds Overseas Businessmen and their Homeland
12/02/2024 20:24
"Overseas Vietnamese are increasingly given attention, priority, and favorable conditions to live, work, and invest in Vietnam, and are an inseparable part of the community of Vietnamese peoples, in the destiny of the nation. The Party and State's far-sighted vision about great national unity and economic diplomacy helps us stay close to the country."
Vietnam Maintains its Position as South Korea's Third Largest Trading Partner
11/02/2024 23:26
In 2023, Vietnam continues to surpass Japan, becoming South Korea's third largest trading partner, although import-export turnover with this country has decreased.
Opportunity to Promote Vietnam's Image to ASEAN
29/01/2024 14:16
Participating in Travex 2024 (Vientiane - Laos), the Vietnam tourism booth promotes and introduces the image of Vietnam's tourism, country, people, and culture; and enhances Vietnam's tourism brand "Vietnam - Timeless Charm" with outstanding values and key tourism product lines.
The Story of Old Man Clearing Snow in Lushan Showcases Viet-Chinese Friendship
29/01/2024 10:18
"The biting cold days in Hanoi always remind me of the snow-covered winter in Jiangxi (China), 70 years ago. In the winter of 1953, there was an old Chinese janitor diligently shoveling the snow every day to clear the path for the students of Lushan - Guilin Vietnamese Children's School would not slip and fall,” said Nguyen Thi Le Thuy (82 years old, on Hoang Hoa Tham Street, Hanoi), a former student of Lushan - Guilin Vietnam Children's School told a reporter of Vietnam Times.
USA: The Largest Importer of Vietnamese Goods in 2023
25/01/2024 16:06
In 2023, Vietnam's exports to the US reached USD 97 billion. This market is also Vietnam's largest export market.
FTAs to Offer More Benefits for Vietnam
11/01/2024 15:19
Advantages from FTAs have brought positive impacts on socio-economic development in many localities across the country, especially promoting trade value growth and market expansion.
Expectations for Vietnam's Digital Economic Growth
11/01/2024 15:01
Vietnam's digital economic development rate in 2023 continues to increase by 19%, recording the highest in Southeast Asia and three times higher than the GDP growth rate.
Can Tho Hopes for Growing Agricultural, Education, Health Ties with Australia
20/12/2023 09:45
Can Tho's leaders had a reception and working session with a delegation of the Australian Embassy in Vietnam led by Ambassador Andrew Goledzinowski on December 12. The two sides expressed their desire to promote cooperation in the fields of education and training, health care, and high technology application in agriculture.