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Utilizing Cyberspace as New Approach to External Information
Vietnam hopes to use the internet to help promote its unique brand of "bamboo diplomacy."
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Vietnam’s Weather Forecast (April 25): Heavy Rain And Thunderstorms Continue In The Northern Region
On April 25, Vietnam’s weather forecast is predicted to have heavy rain and thunderstorms in Hanoi and across the Northern region.
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Vietnam Sees Progress in Addressing Gender Inequality and Promoting Women's Rights
On the occasion of Vietnam’s election to UN Women Executive Board for the term of 2025-2027, UN Women Representative in Vietnam Caroline T. Nyamayemombe shared in a recent interview that she highly appreciated its efforts to ensure the rights and advancement of women in recent years.
Over 1.2 million residents to be evacuated as Storm Molave heads for central Vietnam
More than 1.2 million people would be evacuated as Storm Molave entered the Bien Dong Sea (South China Sea) in the morning of October 26 and is expected to affect seven central provinces.
Saudel triggers downpours in central Vietnam, new storm coming
While storm Saudel is causing heavy rains in the central provinces from Nghe An to Thua Thien-Hue, another named Molave is forecast to enter the Bien Dong Sea (South China Sea) on October 26.
True-to-life photos of Hanoi half a century ago
Under the lens of Thomas Billhardt, the landscapes, daily life and people in Hanoi between 1967-75 have become more true-to-life than ever. The photos, part of the book “Hanoi 1967-1975”, are reminiscent of the glorious bygone era.
Vietnam, WB sign USD51.5 mil deal to cut carbon emissions and reduce deforestation
Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development signed a landmark agreement this week with the World Bank’s Forest Carbon Partnership Facility (FCPF), unlocking up to USD 51.5 million for Vietnam’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions from deforestation and forest degradation between now and 2025.
Storm Saudel heading toward flood-hit provinces
Storm Saudel is heading toward central Vietnam and flood-hit provinces from Ha Tinh to Quang Tri.
Ministry of Defense sent helicopters to help injured soldiers in Truong Sa amid bad weather
Despite extremely bad weather, helicopters are sent to Truong Sa to bring 2 soldiers who had suffered an accident to the mainland for treatment and recovery.
ASEAN traditional costumes exhibition launched in Hanoi
The exhibition which displays traditional costumes from ASEAN countries is slated to take place from October 21-28 at the National Museum in Hanoi.
Vietnam uses cartoon to increase awareness and prevention of human trafficking
An animation film promoting public awareness on human trafficking has been produced in collaboration between Vietnam Women's Union (VWU) and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
Flood in Central Vietnam: death toll soars to 111, another 22 missing
Record floods in Vietnam’s central provinces have claimed at least 111 lives, leaving 22 missing and devastating thousands of households. The flood, which incurred over the past two weeks, is considered the worst in decades.
MoU signed to support enhance education quality for disadvantaged and vulnerable families
The Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA) and the International WeLoveU Foundation on October 21 just signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the 2020-2023 period via a video conference to reach poverty reduction and fair education goals.
Fridges turned into lifeboats during record flooding in central Vietnam
Flooding triggered by heavy downpours has swamped Cam Xuyen, Thach Ha districts and Ha Tinh city in central Vietnam.
Rare photos of Hue Imperial City in 1919
The rare photos printed in the “Annam 1919 - L'Indochine française” book give a close insight into the scenery of the Imperial City of Hue in 1919.
First fairy tale books on gender equality officially introduced to Vietnamese children
"Generation Equality – modern fairy tales", the first modern fairy tale picture books on gender equality for children have been debuted in Hanoi on October 20.
In photos: Thousands of houses in Thua Thien Hue inundated in water
Flooding triggered by heavy downpours has submerged thousands of houses in the central province of Thua Thien Hue.
Another storm heading toward central Vietnam, casualties expected to keep rising
Vietnam’s central region is forecasted to experience another storm, Saudel, which is moving into the Bien Dong Sea (South China Sea) towards the central coast.
Flooding in central Vietnam updates: 102 deaths, 90,000 people evacuated
Flooding and landslides in central Vietnam have left 102 deaths and 26 missing to date.
UpRace: Nearly 115,000 runners raises USD 129,100 for health, environment and education
A charity race for the UpRace community raised more than VND 3 billion (USD 129,100) for four social organizations: Newborns Vietnam, Green Vietnam Biodiversity Conservation Centre (GreenViet), VietSeeds Foundation, and Operation Smile Vietnam.
Vietnamese Women’s Day: History, Meaning, Activities
Aside from the International Women’s Day on March 8th, Vietnam also celebrates its National Women’s Day on October 20th. It’s among several occasions on which the society shows their love and respect to the women for all the sacrifices they have made.
In Photos: Record flooding in central Vietnam, thousands of houses deluged in water
Quang Binh, the central province of Vietnam has seen thousands of inundated houses due to record flooding.
Vietnamese air carriers transport relief goods for free to flood-stricken central region
Starting October 18, Vietnam Airlines, Pacific Airlines and Vasco will offer free transport of relief goods to flood-stricken people in central Vietnam.
