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Vietnam Actively Participated in Greater Mekong Subregion's Economic Cooperation
Vietnam has actively participated in the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) from its inception. Since 1992, when it first joined, the Prime Minister assigned the State Planning Commission (now the Ministry of Planning and Investment) to lead and coordinate with relevant ministries and agencies in studying the orientation, content, and forms of participation in sub-regional economic cooperation.
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Dick Hughes: An American Champion for Vietnam's Children and AO Victims
Nearly sixty years after first arriving in Vietnam, Richard Hughes, better known as Dick Hughes, an American actor, university lecturer, and humanitarian, has dedicated his life to supporting Vietnam’s street children and advocating for victims of Agent Orange.
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Journey of Remembrance: 70 Years of Gratitude for Northward Evacuation
The stories of those who evacuated in 1954, though unique in terms of age, occupation, and origin, consistently highlight the profound unity and compassion shown by the Northern community.
Symposium on Vietnam-Japan Semiconductor Cooperation Takes Place in Fukuoka
The Consulate General of Vietnam in Fukuoka, the Research Institute of General Sciences of Kyushu University and the Foreign Human Resources Support Organization in Japan recently organized the "Japan-Vietnam Symposium on Semiconductor, Innovation and Human Resources Development" at the Fukuoka International Convention Center (Fukuoka, Japan).
Japanese Students Savor Hue's Flavors
A group of students from Kyoto Seika University recently embarked on a cultural immersion experience in Hue, joining students from Hue University of Science in a workshop focused on the evolution of traditional market architecture.
Foreign NGO Aid Mobilization Yields Positive Results in Quang Nam Province
The central province of Quang Nam is a bright spot in mobilizing foreign non-governmental aid, said an official.
Hanoi's Many Faces: A Foreigner's View
"Resting on the banks of the Red River, Hanoi is a dream, a thrill, an intoxication, a 'parenthesis'... one that I yearn to be lost within," remarked journalist Alain Gérard, Editor-in-Chief of Latitudes, Belgium, reflecting on his three business trips to Hanoi. For those who venture to this venerable city, Hanoi presents a wonderland of culture, cuisine, and adventure.
IOM Acting Chief of Mission: Vietnam Proactive in Migration Agreement
Mitsue Pembroke, acting chief of Mission of the IOM, stated that Vietnam's publication of the 2023 Migration Profile demonstrates its proactivity in implementing the United Nations Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration.
Indian Fair 2024 Held in Hanoi
The fair also featured exhibitions, food stalls, cultural shows, and henna painting stalls.
Vietnam Migration Profile 2023 Launching Ceremony Takes Place in Hanoi
According to the Vietnam Migration Profile 2023, labor migration is the main type of migration of Vietnam for 2017-2023 with nearly 860,000 workers working abroad under contracts, equivalent to more than 100,000 people per year, most concentrated in Taiwan (China), Japan and South Korea.
Seminar Discusses Traditional Arts' Values in Spreading Vietnamese Culture
On the morning of October 31, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Labor Confederation, in collaboration with the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, hosted a discussion titled "Vietnamese Identity Through National Costumes and Dance," emphasizing the importance of preserving the nation's intangible cultural heritage.
World Vision Provides Emergency Relief to Typhoon-Hit Communities in Yen Bai
World Vision International in Vietnam (WVIV) in collaboration with the Yen Bai Red Cross, launched the project "Emergency Relief for Households Affected by Typhoon No. 3 in 2024" in Yen Bai province on October 29. This initiative will be implemented in four districts and is expected to provide support to approximately 2,300 people.
First National Journalism Award on Gender Equality Launched
The 2024 National Journalism Award on Gender Equality takes place against the backdrop of Vietnam's active engagement with the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal No. 5, which focuses on gender equality promotion.
Zhi Shan Foundation Grants 892 Scholarships for Students in Ha Tinh, Nghe An
From October 28 to 31, 2024, Zhi Shan Foundation (Taiwan, China) collaborated with the Nghe An Children's Fund, the Center for Social Work and Vocational Education for Persons with Disabilities of Ha Tinh Province and the local Departments of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs, to award 892 scholarships to disadvantaged students in Ha Tinh and Nghe An provinces. The grant amount is nearly VND 980 million (about US $38.600).
Exhibition to Commemorate 30 Years of Japan Famous Comic Series held in Hanoi
Vietnam is the first country in the world to host this exhibition outside of Japan.
Plan International Vietnam Offers Support to Nearly 4,000 Storm-hit Residents in Ha Giang
With funding from the European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (ECHO), the project aims to support local people, especially children, women and vulnerable groups, to stabilize their lives.
South Korea, Da Nang Expand Co-operation in ICT Training
Students from the "Fintech Student's Excellence Program" delegation at Vietnam-Korea University of Information and Communication Technology got a 3-days training program in South Korea.
Da Nang Union of Friendship Organizations Share Future Plans
The Da Nang Union of Friendship Organizations held its 6th Congress of Delegates for the 2024-2029 term on October 25. Nguyen Ngoc Binh was re-elected as President of the Union for the new term.
Global Norms, Global Peace: Vietnam Adheres to International Law
Deputy Foreign Minister Do Hung Viet affirmed at the 16th International Conference on the South China Sea that adherence to widely recognized rules and norms is the foundation of global peace and stability.
Vietnamese Localities Rally to Address Aftermath of Typhoon Trami
Localities in the central region have been taking action in response to the impacts of Typhoon Trami which made landfall in the early afternoon of October 27.
2024 STEAMese Festival Promotes Future-responsive Education for All
Thousands of students, parents, and teachers have explored robotic innovations and the magical power of STEAM education at the STEAMese Festival 2024 on October 27.
Ambassador Nguyen Phuong Nga: A New Era of People-to-People Diplomacy
Ambassador Nguyen Phuong Nga is the first female Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam and President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) for the 5th term (2013-2018). With 35 years of working in diplomacy and people-to-people diplomacy, Ambassador Nguyen Phuong Nga has made positive contributions to Vietnam's diplomacy.
Japan Art of Flower Arrangement Introduced to Hanoi Audience
The 7th Ikebana Exhibition in Hanoi serves as a gathering place for art enthusiasts to enjoy the unique art from Japan.
