Initiatives and Proposals to Preserve “Beloved Mother Tongue” for Vietnamese Children in Japan
07/12/2025 10:46
The Vietnamese community in Japan currently numbers nearly 600,000 people and continues to grow. Preserving the Vietnamese language in Japan has become an important and sacred mission, as language is the soul, the cultural heritage, the national identity, an essential means of communication, and the bond connecting generations. It enables a people to survive and develop, especially in the context of globalization. At an international scientific conference on language, researchers and Vietnamese-language educators emphasized the need for a more methodical approach, with appropriate teaching materials and bilingual support in the classroom.
Integrating Culture - Key to Sustain Vietnamese Among Younger Overseas Generations
07/12/2025 10:29
As Vietnamese children abroad are increasingly influenced by the local environment, many researchers and teachers of Vietnamese affirm that language teaching cannot be separated from cultural instruction. When each lesson becomes a cultural experience, children not only learn pronunciation and vocabulary but also gain deeper understanding of Viet Nam’s history, lifestyle, and values - an essential foundation for sustainably preserving the Vietnamese language within overseas communities.
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 6): Vietnam, Laos Deepen Cooperation in Front Work, Mass Mobilization, Religious Affairs
06/12/2025 07:00
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 6): Vietnam, Laos deepen cooperation in front work, mass mobilization, religious affairs; Hanoi recognized as UNESCO Global Learning City; China provides US$500,000 in aid to support Vietnam's post-disaster recovery; Vietnam eyes first free trade zones by 2026 to pilot breakthrough policies.
Vietnamese Bookcases: Contributing to Preservation and Development of Vietnamese Language Around the World
05/12/2025 17:48
“The expansion of the Vietnamese Bookcase network not only helps bring official books and learning materials from Vietnam to overseas Vietnamese communities, but also promotes cultural diplomacy through language and spreads Vietnamese cultural values in the context of international integration.” This was shared by Dr. Pham Vinh Thai - Editor-in-Chief of Vietnam Education Publishing House – in an interview with VietnamTimes Magazine about the implementation of the Vietnamese Bookcase model worldwide.
Kaneya Manabu and His Journey to Discover Viet Nam Through the Vietnamese Language
05/12/2025 17:26
Kaneya Manabu, former head of the Saitama Prefectural Police Department in Japan, once gave up a monthly salary of more than 100 million VND and a stable life to move to Viet Nam. Over the past nine years, the Vietnamese language has become the bond connecting him with the country and people of Viet Nam, while opening a path for him to rediscover himself.
Closing Ceremony of 5th International Conference: Four Key Orientations to Enhance Effectiveness of Non-Governmental Aid in Vietnam
05/12/2025 12:04
On the afternoon of December 4 in Hanoi, the 5th International Conference on Cooperation between Vietnam and Foreign Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), themed “Partnership for Prosperity and Sustainable Development,” concluded after a full day of discussions. The Conference identified four orientations for the next phase, emphasizing the need to strengthen mobilization effectiveness, shift from scattered to focused geographical areas, improve the legal environment, and enhance staff capacity to meet Vietnam’s requirements for sustainable and prosperous development.
The Learning Culture at Tan Hiep Phat: Leaders Are Mentors, Colleagues are Partners in Sharing
05/12/2025 10:25
At Tan Hiep Phat, learning is not a short-term movement. It is a culture and part of the company’s DNA. Every individual, in any role, is encouraged to keep learning, practicing, and growing.
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 5): Vietnam, China Strengthen Solidarity, Friendship
05/12/2025 07:00
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 5): Vietnam, China strengthen solidarity, friendship; Nearly US$1.14 billion in aid flows to Vietnam from 379 NGOs over 2020-2024; New storm may form in the East Sea as cold air front intensifies.
Opening of 5th International Conference: For Prosperity and Sustainable Development
04/12/2025 15:13
On December 4 at the National Convention Center (Hanoi), the Committee for Foreign Non-Governmental Organization Affairs and the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) organized the 5th International Conference on Cooperation between Viet Nam and Foreign Non-Governmental Organizations, partners for prosperous and sustainable development. Member of the Party Central Committee and Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son attended and delivered the Conference’s directive remarks.
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 4): Vietnam, Laos Aim for Deeper, Broader Partnership in New Era of Trust
04/12/2025 07:00
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 4): Vietnam, Laos aim for deeper, broader partnership in new era of trust; Deputy PM attends ceremony marking 65 years of Vietnam-Cuba diplomatic ties; Vietnamese Deputy FM: UAE a leading economic partner of Vietnam; Vietnam, EU explore new paths for stronger cooperation.
Viet Nam-UAE: Key Advances in Tourism, Culture, and People-to-people Exchanges
04/12/2025 05:46
The celebration of the 54th National Day of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) (1971–2025), held under the theme “Unity,” took place solemnly in Hanoi on the evening of December 2.
Digital highways to digital India: How fibre along national expressways is powering the future
04/12/2025 00:00
India is accelerating into a new phase of digital transformation.
Journey of Spreading Vietnamese Language in Sri Lanka
03/12/2025 13:58
At Truc Lam Monastery (Ambakote, Kandy, Sri Lanka), learners of all ages gather in the temple’s serene atmosphere to study Vietnamese through diverse activities such as games, songs, and experiences related to traditional Vietnamese culture. These classes not only help learners become familiar with the language but also build a close-knit and harmonious community. This model has developed sustainably and has become a highlight in community education, contributing to strengthening cultural exchange between Vietnam and Sri Lanka.
Synchronized Efforts and Strong Determination to Ensure Vietnamese Language Spreads and Endures
03/12/2025 13:11
With the attention and priority of the Party and the State, reflected through practical policies and initiatives; the active involvement of ministries, agencies, and mass organizations; and the enthusiastic response of Vietnamese communities abroad, the movement to teach and learn the Vietnamese language has been and continues spreading across the five continents. This effort breaks all language barriers and provides motivation for second- and third-generation overseas Vietnamese to preserve and promote their mother tongue and maintain the nation’s cultural identity.
Thanh Hoa Advances Comprehensive Measures for Sustainable Fisheries
03/12/2025 10:40
According to the plan, at the end of this year, an inspection team from the European Commission (EC) will visit Viet Nam to review the implementation of requirements on combating illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing. As a locality with a developed fisheries sector and heavily affected by IUU regulations, Thanh Hoa has recently deployed a wide range of comprehensive measures to build a sustainable fisheries industry, proactively joining the entire country in preparing to welcome the EC inspection team, aiming toward the goal of removing the fisheries “yellow card.”
Affirming Role of Vietnam’s Quality Workforce in Japan
03/12/2025 10:35
On November 30, in Tokyo, the Vietnamese Embassy in Japan, in coordination with the Vietnamese Ministry of Home Affairs, organized “Vietnam Labor Day in Japan 2025”, honoring the contributions of the Vietnamese labor community, while affirming its quality and increasingly prominent position in the Japanese labor market.
Strengthening Traditional Friendship Between Vietnam and Bulgaria
03/12/2025 10:33
On November 30 in Hanoi, the Hanoi Vietnam–Bulgaria Friendship Association held its 2nd Congress for the 2025–2030 term, attended by more than 130 delegates and guests.
India’s package for exporters signals confidence in Southeast Asia markets
03/12/2025 10:31
India’s renewed export momentum is entering a decisive new phase — one marked by scale, confidence and a clear outward-looking vision.
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 3): High Political Trust Key to Fostering Vietnam-Russia Cooperation
03/12/2025 07:00
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 3): High political trust key to fostering Vietnam-Russia cooperation; Vietnam, Laos coordinate on 2026 defense cooperation plan; Vietnam, Cuba target 500 mln USD in two-way trade; Sweden, Vietnam promote cooperation in building modern, sustainable power grid.
Africa Finance Corporation Raises Record US$524m in Dual-Currency Samurai Loan Facility
02/12/2025 22:20
On 2 December 2025, Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) (www.AfricaFC.org), the continent's leading infrastructure solutions provider, has closed a landmark US$524 million equivalent dual-currency Samurai term loan facility. The transaction marks AFC's largest Samurai loan to date and reinforces the Corporation's growing footprint in Japan's capital markets amid rising investor confidence in its credit fundamentals.
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