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Scenes of Vietnam's Resilency Goes Viral on Social Media
Images of trucks shielding motorbikes crossing a bridge during strong winds, people helping push vehicles through flooded areas, or opening doors to shelter the homeless during Typhoon Yagi (Storm No. 3) went viral on social media. These simple yet heartfelt acts of kindness have touched the hearts of people around the world.
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Explore Vietnam's Tet Traditions at Duong Lam Village's Cultural Program
The ancient village of Duong Lam in Hanoi’s Son Tay township is organizing a program named “Tet Lang Viet” (Tet in Vietnamese village) from January 18 to February 16 (the 19th day of the last lunar month to the 19th day of the first lunar month) to promote the value of the traditional Tet (Lunar New Year) festival.
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Relics Offer Free Tickets on Lunar New Year the Snake
Various relic sites across provinces and cities offer visitors free admission during Tet celebration.
The Nation Poised for Transformation in New Era
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen The Ky, Chairman of the Central Council for the Theory and Criticism of Literature, expressed his belief in the nation's "new era" during an interview with the VietnamTimes.
Vietnamese Language and Culture Introduced to the World
The University of Languages and International Studies, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, has established the Faculty of Vietnamese - Southeast Asian Languages and Culture. The Faculty plans to enroll students in the Vietnamese Language and Culture program, majoring in Teaching Vietnamese as a Foreign Language, which is an initiative among the university's key tasks to promote Vietnamese language and culture worldwide.
Thanh Hoa Sends VND 375 Billion to Support Poor and Disadvantaged Households on Tet
This data was reported by the Chairman of Thanh Hoa People's Committee Do Minh Tuan to Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and members of the delegation during their visit to Lam Kinh Special Historical Relic Site (Tho Xuan District) to offer incense. The trip also included visits to families under preferential treatment policies, poor households, and workers in Ngoc Lac District on January 26.
Memories of Traditional Tet through the Lens of British Photographer
In 1993, British photographer Andy Soloman visited Vietnam for the first time and experienced the Lunar New Year, known as Tet. During his journey, he explored cultural landmarks such as the flower market at Thong Nhat Park, the traditional firecracker village of Binh Da, and the vibrant firecracker festival in Dong Ky.
Firework Display Locations In Vietnam In Lunar New Year 2025
On New Year's Eve of the Lunar New Year 2025, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Hue, and many other provinces and cities in Vietnam will organize fireworks displays.
Dong Nai: Highlight in Foreign NGO Aid Mobilization
In 2024, overcoming numerous challenges, the Union of Friendship Organizations of Dong Nai Province played a pivotal role, working closely with departments, sectors, and localities to effectively implement measures for mobilizing foreign non-governmental aid. These efforts contributed to improving people's livelihoods and fostering sustainable cooperation.
Foreigners Distribute Bottled Water to Tet Travelers
To help ease the burden for those traveling home for Tet, on the morning of January 24, many foreigners along with young volunteers across Ho Chi Minh City organized the distribution of tens of thousands of bottled water, bread, and helmets along Do Muoi Street (formerly National Highway 1A) in District 12, Ho Chi Minh City.
Tzu Chi Brings Joy to 250 Poor Households in Tra Vinh with Tet Gifts
The Tra Vinh Union of Friendship Organizations in coordination with the Tzu Chi organization (Taiwan, China) and the People's Committee of Tra Cu district (Tra Vinh) has just organized a program to give Tet gifts to poor households in the communes of Ngai Xuyen, Tan Son, and Ham Giang.
ChildFund Vietnam Assist Disadvantages Students in Hoa Binh
ChildFund Vietnam, Beiersdorf Company and the NGO Project Management Board of Tan Lac district (Hoa Binh), donated educational equipment and gifts to many schools in disadvantaged areas of Hoa Binh.
Experts Discuss Building World's Technology Powerhouse in Vietnam
Vietnam highlighted its potential to become a technology powerhouse during a discussion entitled “High-tech investment in Vietnam: taking off in the smart era” held earlier this week on the sidelines of the 55th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland.
President Luong Cuong Beats the Drum to Launch 2025 Homeland Spring Festival
On the evening of January 19 (December 20 on Lunar Calendar), in Hanoi, the State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese (SOCV), under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, chaired and coordinated with the Hanoi People's Committee and relevant agencies to organize the 2025 Homeland Spring Art Exchange themed "Vietnam - Rising in the New Era."
KFHI Supports Quang Nam in Building Functional Rooms for Phuoc Hoa School
The People’s Committee of Quang Nam Province recently issued Decision No. 53/QD-UBND on January 10, 2025, approving a grant project to build three new functional rooms at a satellite location of Phuoc Hoa Primary and Secondary School in Village 2 (Phuoc Hoa Commune, Phuoc Son District), funded by Korea Food for the Hungry International (KFHI).
International Students in Hanoi Eager to Celebrate Tet
On January 14, international students from many countries such as Germany, Hungary, Laos, France, and England, enthusiastically experienced the traditional Vietnamese Lunar New Year atmosphere organized by the Foreign Trade University in Hanoi.
Resolution 57-NQ/TW: Transformative Policies to Empower Scientists and Drive Innovation
On December 22, 2024, Party General Secretary To Lam signed and promulgated Resolution 57-NQ/TW (Resolution 57) of the Politburo, towards breakthroughs in national science-technology development, innovation, and digital transformation. Emphasizing that scientists are pivotal actors, Resolution 57 introduces numerous incentive mechanisms and grants scientists greater autonomy, thereby motivating their creativity and dedication.
Cooperate with Domestic Enterprises to Enter the Green Era
Through comprehensive cooperation with domestic enterprises to deliver high-quality and environmentally friendly products, Brenntag not only meets modern consumer needs but also contributes to elevating the position of Vietnamese products in the international market.
International Students Embrace the Vibrant Spirit of Tet
From January 9-10, 2025, the University of Languages and International Studies (ULIS), Vietnam National University Hanoi organized the program "Ulis International Spring Festival 2025." Many staff, lecturers, students, and international students joined together to celebrate Vietnam's beloved holiday.
Workshop held to Review Project on Gender-Based Violence Protection for Adolescent Girls
The project, titled "Ensuring Adolescent Girls Learn and Stay Protected from Sexual and Gender-based Violence during Covid-19," funded by Beiersdorf, was implemented by Plan International Vietnam in Yen Minh and Meo Vac districts of Ha Giang province.
12,000 People with Disabilities Experience Improved Quality of Life in 2024
Through the INCLUSION project, in 2024, USAID provided specialized social services and rehabilitation to 6,000 children and adults with disabilities, as well as care services for 6,500 individuals.
5 Key Tasks of People's Diplomacy in 2025
On January 6 in Hanoi, the Central Commission for External Relations held a conference to review people-to-people diplomacy in 2024 and outline tasks for 2025.
Special Tet Program Celebrates Remote Border Communities
Border Guard forces in Dien Bien, Dak Lak, and Soc Trang jointly organized the 2025 “Spring at the Border, Warming Villagers’ Hearts” program on January 4.
