Valerie Mai
For Valerie Mai's latest contributions to VietnamTimes, see below:
Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations Expand Cooperation for Peace
10/04/2024 13:29
On April 9, Dong Huy Cuong, Director of the Vietnam Institute for International and Public Diplomacy Studies (under the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations) received Hiba Qasas, Executive Director of the Principles for Peace - P4P and David Fernandez Puyana, Ambassador of the United Nations mandated University for Peace.
Celebrating Bunpimay in Vietnam: We Feel the Same Happiness as at Home
09/04/2024 15:49
Many Laotian international students were happy to attend the traditional New Year celebration, Bunpimay 2567, according to the Buddhist calendar, held by the Embassy of the Lao People's Democratic Republic to Vietnam in Hanoi on April 6.
Bunpimay Festival of Lao Groups in Hanoi
07/04/2024 09:48
On April 6 in Hanoi, the Embassy of the Lao People's Democratic Republic in Vietnam held a ceremony to celebrate the Bunpimay 2567, traditional New Year according to the Buddhist calendar of the people of Lao.
Identify Opportunities and Challenges for Vietnam in Responding to Global Security Issues
06/04/2024 19:02
On April 3, in Hanoi, the Vietnam Peace and Development Foundation held a seminar on "Global Security Issues and the Role of Major Countries."
Tay Ninh: Inform Human Rights Work in New Situation to Officials and Party Members
06/04/2024 11:03
On the afternoon of April 4, the Government's Human Rights Steering Committee coordinated with Tay Ninh's Human Rights Steering Committee to organize the 2024 human rights training conference.
Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations and The Asia Foundation Continue to Coordinate
05/04/2024 10:37
On April 2, Phan Anh Son, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, received Suzanne E. Siskel, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of The Asia Foundation (TAF, USA).
Naval Region 5: Bring Drinking Water to Residents of Remote Islands
01/04/2024 15:03
To deal with the lack of water for daily use on southwest sea islands, on March 24 and 25, freshwater tankers of the Naval Region 5 of the Vietnam People's Navy brought free water to the people of Hon Chuoi island. This activity helped people overcome difficulties and stabilize their lives during drought days.
To Turn Binh Dinh Tourism into Key Economic Sector: Leaders Pay Attention to Even Smallest Details
26/03/2024 12:46
The content was shared by Nguyen Tuan Thanh, Standing Vice Chairman of the People's Committee of Binh Dinh at the information session with domestic and foreign press agencies on the socio-economic situation, investment attraction, and the culture, sports, and tourism week of Binh Dinh.
Vietnam - India Enhance Cooperation in Journalism Training
19/03/2024 13:12
26 reporters and journalists from Vietnam have attended the "Two-week Training Program on Journalism and Public Relations for Media Professionals from Vietnam," held by Dr. Marri Chenna Reddy Human Resource Development Institute, sponsored by the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, under Indian Technical & Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Program.
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.
