Valerie Mai
For Valerie Mai's latest contributions to VietnamTimes, see below:
Continue to Cooperate to Promote People-to-people Exchanges between Vietnam and Cuba
15/03/2024 13:28
On March 14, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations held an online discussion with the Cuban Institute for Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP) on the orientation for their future cooperation.
Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations and the Communist Party USA to Exploit Potentials to Cooperate
09/03/2024 10:28
At a working session with the Communist Party USA delegation in Hanoi on March 6, led by Arturo Cambron, Member of the National Committee, Communist Party USA, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, Phan Anh Son, suggested areas that the two sides could cooperate in the coming time.
Foreign NGOs Provide Excellent Healthcare for Vietnam's People
05/03/2024 10:45
Health care is among the fields that receive the leading column of aid from foreign non-governmental organizations operating in Vietnam. By providing free examinations, treatments, and surgeries; donating medical equipment, and training doctors foreign non-governmental organizations have contributed to the community, giving many Vietnamese people opportunities to live healthily.
Hundreds of Bridge Points Worldwide Pay Tribute to Merle Ratner
01/03/2024 15:56
At 6:30 am on February 29 (Vietnam time), a memorial service for Merle Ratner was held in person in New York (USA) and online at more than 100 bridge points worldwide. Nguyen Ngoc Hung, Vice President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, and representatives of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations attended the ceremony online from Hanoi.
Ample Opportunities to Promote Vietnamese Halal Products in the Iranian Market
21/02/2024 10:56
In 2023, Vietnam and Iran signed many agreements, opening up opportunities for agricultural and aquatic export, bringing Vietnamese Halal products closer to the Iranian market, said Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Vu at the 45th Anniversary of the Victory of the Islamic Revolution of Iran, held in Hanoi on Feb. 19.
Firm Foundation for the Future of Japan-Vietnam Relations
14/02/2024 19:08
The important achievements reached in 2023 will create a solid foundation for Japan-Vietnam relations to develop for many years to come.
Vietnam News Today (Feb. 9): Vietnam underscores peace and stability prerequisite for global challenges
09/02/2024 06:14
Vietnam News Today (Feb. 9): Top legislator extends Tet greetings to public security force of Nghe An; Top legislator extends Tet greetings to Hanoi Party Organisation, administration, and people; Party leader’s writing energizes efforts towards prosperous, civilized nation target; Vietnamese Ambassador presents credentials to UNESCO Director-General; Vietnam underscores peace and stability prerequisite for global challenges...
Vietnamese Cuisine Captivates International Friends at the United Nations
08/02/2024 16:33
On February 7, the Permanent Delegation of Vietnam to the United Nations in New York (USA) introduced traditional Vietnamese Tet cuisine.
Vietnam News Today (Feb 6): Vietnam becomes the biggest importer of Argentine farm produce
06/02/2024 10:24
Vietnam News Today (Feb 6): Vietnam- Italy agreement on mutual legal assistance in criminal matters approved; Foreign Minister receives Chinese Assistant Foreign Minister; Vietnamese, Chinese coast guard forces’ joint patrol; Vietnam becomes biggest importer of Argentine farm produce; Vietnamese clam exports gross nearly US$79 million.
Tan Hiep Phat Visits and Gives Tet Gifts to 50 Children Orphaned by Covid Pandemic
05/02/2024 16:25
After Covid-19, for many orphaned children, normal springs will never return. Springs of love are extended with the love that Tan Hiep Phat sends those children on Tet.
Nearly 100 International Guests Attend Friendship Meeting to Welcome Year of Dragon
01/02/2024 14:51
The event was organized by the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations in Hanoi, on January 29. They are ambassadors, charge d'affaires, heads of diplomatic missions, representatives of international organizations, foreign non-governmental organizations, friends, and partners of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations.
Vietnamese in Singapore and Belgian Celebrate Tet with Traditional Dishes
30/01/2024 15:48
Though living far from their homeland, Vietnamese expatriates gather every Lunar New Year, making traditional dishes to remind themselves of their roots.
Vietnamese in South Africa Hold Intimate Community Tet
29/01/2024 00:00
In the bustling atmosphere to say goodbye to the year of the Cat and welcome the new year of the Dragon, the Vietnamese Embassy in South Africa held a "Xuan Que Huong" (Homeland Spring) on Jan. 27 (local time).
Vietnam, Uzbekistan Need to Exploit Cooperation Potential in Wool and Silk Industry
28/01/2024 13:41
The topic was discussed at the reception for the Uzbekistan delegation chaired by Phan Anh Son, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO), on January 22 in Hanoi.
Vietnam - New Zealand Continue to Promote People-to-people Diplomacy
17/01/2024 09:49
The content was discussed between Phan Anh Son, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO), and Tredene Dobson, outgoing New Zealand Ambassador to Vietnam on January 16 in Hanoi.
Vietnam-USA to Boost Delegation Exchange and Mutual Understandings Between Peoples
17/01/2024 09:14
On January 15, in Hanoi, Vice President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) Nguyen Ngoc Hung received the Two-sided Project (2SP) delegation led by Margot C. Delogne. They agreed to coordinate in promoting delegation exchange and enhancing mutual understanding between the people of Vietnam and the United States.
Four Focuses in Vietnam-US Society's Activities in 2024
13/01/2024 17:02
The Vietnam - USA Society (VUS) held a conference to review its work in 2023 and set out direction for 2024 in Hanoi on January 11. Phan Anh Son, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) attended and chaired the conference.
DIVA Honored for its Contribution Education and Healthcare in Vietnam
31/12/2023 17:19
During 5 years of operation in Vietnam, the Daejin International Volunteer Association (DIVA) has contributed to providing scholarships, improving educational facilities, building houses, and assisting the poor. They also provide free medical examinations and Korean language classes.
People-to-people Exchanges and Cooperation between Vietnam and Iran to be Enhanced
23/12/2023 17:07
President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) Phan Anh Son hosted a reception for Iranian Ambassador to Vietnam Ali Akbar Nazari in Hanoi on December 22.
Aide et Action Honored for Contribution in Education Development in Vietnam
23/12/2023 16:53
During its 20 years of operation in Vietnam, Aide et Action (AeA) has implemented many projects to improve the quality of education for disadvantaged children and youth of ethnic minorities across Vietnam, provide them with vocational training and support their business ideas.
