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The Vietnamese Cultural and Artistic Association in the Czech Republic held its fourth congress on May 25, during which it committed to enhancing its artistic programs over the next four years. The association aims to showcase Vietnamese culture to the international community and foster a sense of solidarity among the Vietnamese diaspora in the region. To achieve this, the association will focus on preserving and promoting UNESCO-recognized Vietnamese intangible cultural heritage. They will also organize the Mrs. Ao Dai (traditional long dress) contest in Europe, a symbol of Vietnamese elegance and culture. At the congress, we witnessed a vibrant gathering of Vietnamese culture and community. Photo: VNA Additionally, the association plans to train presenters in English language skills and promote Vietnamese language classes, particularly in singing. This will help bridge the cultural gap and engage a wider audience. Vietnamese Ambassador Duong Hoai Nam commended the...

Vietnam Headlines Today (May 27) Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son to Embark on Official Visit to the Republic of Korea Vietnamese Cultural and Art Association in the Czech Republic Holds 4th Congress Korea Travel Festa 2024 Brings Vibrant Korean Festival to Hanoi Cambodian Deputy PM Assures Funan Techo Canal Will Shield Vietnam from Floods Summer Book Fair for Children to Commence on May 29 in Hanoi Improving Labor Productivity: A Key Focus for Vietnam’s Sustainable Development Russia Tours to Resume in September After Hiatus Hanoi Meeting Marks World No Tobacco Day 2024 Duc Minh Triumphs at the HCM City World Cup 3-Cushion 2024 Minister of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam, Bui Thanh Son Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son to Visit the Republic of Korea The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam, Bui Thanh Son, is set to embark on an official visit to the Republic of Korea (RoK) from May 30 to June 1. This visit comes at the invitation of his RoK counterpart, Cho Tae...

This year, for the first time, Taste of Australia will open its doors to the public in Ho Chi Minh City. A press release from the Australian Consulate General in the city announced that the event will showcase the finest Australian food, drink, and cultural experiences to locals and visitors alike. Taste of Australia aims to promote Australian premium produce to Vietnamese consumers and businesses through a variety of channels, including business and trade events, social media, and traditional media coverage. The event also seeks to enhance Australia’s global reputation as a provider of high-quality, safe, and sustainable food and beverages. Taste of Australia 2024 will feature a range of world-class offerings, including exquisite cuisine and beverages, family-friendly activities, and educational exhibits. It promises to be a celebration of Australian culture and hospitality. Attendees will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in a unique cultural showcase, featuring the Firs...

Rose Cao, 37, a Vietnamese citizen living in Serbia, has won the Silver Award at the Chelsea Flower Show 2023. The floral work titled “Dance of Light” by Rose Cao. Photo:  Rose Cao’s Instagram  Rose Cao, or Cao Thi Huyen, is the first Vietnamese winning at the world’s most prestigious annual flower show organized by Britain’s Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) in London from May 23 to 27. Rose said that her design depicts the image of a flame and uses a variety of flowers in shades of purple and yellow to create a natural light that shines down on the flower lamp post. According to the florist, in line with the Chelsea Flower Show’s criteria for the development of sustainable and environmentally friendly horticulture, her design does not use plastic. Rose had six months to prepare her design for submission to the 50-judge exhibition jury. Rose says that this is rewarding for all the hard work she puts in. She is also very proud to be a winner and to hav...

Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Council Nguyen Van Dung (sixth, from left) receives Jan Bartosek (fifth, from left), Vice Chairman of the Chamber of Deputies of the Parliament of the Czech Republic on May 25. Photo: VNA Ho Chi Minh City always pays attention to promoting trade and investment cooperation with the Czech Republic, said Nguyen Van Dung, Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Council when receiving Jan Bartosek, Vice Chairman of the Chamber of Deputies of the Parliament of the Czech Republic, in the southern city on May 25, VNA reported. Dung said that the city welcomes and is willing to create favorable conditions for Czech businesses to invest and do long-term business in the city. HCM City also wants to welcome more Czech tourists in the coming time and boost cooperation with the Czech Republic in education and training of high-quality human resources for the future development of the city, he said. Bartosek expressed his delight at the strong de...

US Ambassador to Vietnam Marc Knapper attends the event. Photo: Lam Dong newspaper The State Archives and Records Administration on May 25 held a ceremony to announce the completion of a project on preserving Nguyen Dynasty woodblocks , a UNESCO-recognised documentary heritage item, at the National Archives Centre IV in the Central Highland province of Lam Dong, VNA reported. Dang Thanh Tung, director of the State Records Management and Archives Department under the Vietnamese Ministry of Home Affairs, said that the Vietnamese government has implemented a number of major projects to preserve the woodblocks of the Nguyen Dynasty. However, due to the influence of the natural aging process, tropical climate, as well as fungal and insect activities over the centuries, there are still many outstanding issues that need the participation and contribution of the social community. association in prolonging the life of this document. The project, funded by the United States Ambas...

Tay Ninh is the birthplace of the Cao Dai religion and the home of the Cao Dai Holy See, the center of Cao Daism. Tay Ninh is also known for the Ba Den Mountain, the highest mountain in southern Vietnam, and the Dau Tieng Reservoir, the largest reservoir in Vietnam. The signature destination of Tay Ninh Tay Ninh Tay Ninh Tay Ninh Tay Ninh Tay Ninh Ba Den Mountain Photo: VTC Ba Den Mountain is the highest mountain in Southern Vietnam with a height of 986 m, about 11km northeast of Tay Ninh, and located in the Tay Ninh cultural and historical relic complex. Coming to Ba Den mountain, aside from riding the cable car halfway up the mountain and watching the brilliant flower fields, you can also enjoy the fresh air and relax with your friends or family. Watching the sunrise or admiring the sunset on the top of the mountain are experiences you should not miss. Photo: Scao Travel Van Son is the first cable line in the Ba Den Mountain cable car sys...

April and September are the ideal time to touch down in Vietnam, with “less humidity and lower temperatures than at the peak of summer,” it said. It urged tourists to explore the well-preserved ancient town of Hoi An with its canals and centuries-old Chinese temples and French colonial buildings that remain intact. Photo: Klook Ha Long, two hours by road from Hanoi, is famous for its cruise tours but has recently been overrun by tourists. The beaches of Phu Quoc off the southern coast and Cham Islands near Hoi An “offer equal beauty in different settings.” Other natural attractions worth a visit include Son Doong Cave, the world’s largest, in Quang Binh Province, the Marble Mountains in Da Nang, and the sand dunes at Mui Ne. The others on the list are Thailand, Cambodia, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, and the Philippines. Southeast Asia is home to 11 countries, the others being Laos, Myanmar, East Timor, and Brunei. Photo: Shutterstock The geographical r...