Fanasy Nguyen Le
For Fanasy Nguyen Le's latest contributions to VietnamTimes, see below:
Integrating Local Cultural Values Into Tourism Activities
02/07/2026 13:09
More and more highland communities develop tourism products upon natural landscapes, traditional crafts, and lifestyles to tell the story of their local cultures.
Olympic Champion Shooter Hoang Xuan Vinh Aspires New Viet-RoK Film Project
02/07/2026 08:11
On June 29th, the Vietnamese-Republic of Korea (RoK) co-production film "The Last Bullet", inspired by Olympic gold medalist shooter Hoang Xuan Vinh, was officially announced.
Vietnam Gains Growing Appeal on the Regional Tourism Map
02/07/2026 07:13
Southeast Asia is considered to be a destination for budget-conscious, mass-market travelers. However, according to Fortune magazine, international experts believe that Vietnam is shifting towards a high-quality tourism development model, targeting higher-spending tourists with longer stays.
Vietnam Intensifies Monitoring Drug Use Crimes at Private Rental Accommodations
30/06/2026 10:40
The issue of drug abuse and related criminality is evolving, characterized by a distinct spatial shift. As security at traditional accommodation establishments, offenders are exploiting the privacy of private apartments and vacation rentals, to conduct illicit activities, effectively bypassing conventional law enforcement monitoring.
Quang Tri Provincial Authority Widen Scope For Search of Fallen Soldiers’ Remain Amidst Limited Information
30/06/2026 10:38
On June 26th, the Steering Committee for the Search, Collection, and Identification of Martyrs' Remains in Quang Tri Province (the Steering Committee) launched its 2026-2027 dry season mission amidst a growing scarcity of information regarding martyrs' burial sites. Local authorities will mobilize various resources, intensify data collection, collect biological samples, digitize information, and expand domestic and international cooperation to enhance the effectiveness of the search and identification of martyrs' remains.
Promoting Cooperative Relations Between Hokkaido (Japan) and Quang Ninh
26/06/2026 10:42
On June 23, a meeting between Quang Ninh Provincial Party Secretary and Head of the National Assembly Delegation Quan Minh Cuong and Special Advisor to the Japan-Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Alliance and Special Advisor to Ha Long University Takebe Tsutomu was held in Quang Ninh.
Vietnam, Bulgaria Promote Future Legal And Judicial Cooperation
26/06/2026 10:27
A meeting between Vietnamese Ambassador to Bulgaria Nguyen Thi Minh Nguyet and Bulgarian Minister of Justice Nikolay Naydenov was recently held. The two sides discussed measures to strengthen legal and judicial cooperation between the two countries in the new phase.
Good Neighbors Vietnam (GNI), Hai Phong City Union of Friendship Organizations Join Hands to Implement a Community Aid Program
20/06/2026 15:53
On June 18, 2026, Good Neighbors Vietnam (GNI) and the Hai Phong City Union of Friendship Organizations signed a cooperation agreement to implement a program providing aid shipments to disadvantaged people and vulnerable groups in Hai Phong City from 2026 to 2030.
2026 Japanese Law Knowledge Contest for Vietnamese People Launches in Tokyo
20/06/2026 15:01
On June 17th, at the Vietnamese Embassy in Tokyo (Japan), a ceremony was held to launch the 2026 Japanese law knowledge contest for the Vietnamese community in Japan.
Vietnam, Austria Strengthen Cooperation In Fire Prevention, Firefighting, Rescue, And Disaster Response
20/06/2026 15:00
According to the Vietnam News Agency correspondent in Europe, on June 17th in Upper Austria, a meeting between Vietnamese Ambassador to Austria Vu Le Thai Hoang, Standing Vice President of the Vietnam-Austria Friendship Association Nguyen Do Tung Cuong and Rosenbauer Group representatives was held. Rosenbauer Group is currently the world's largest enterprise in the field of research and production of equipment, devices, and technological solutions for fire prevention, firefighting, rescue, and emergency response. Receiving the delegation was Rosenbauer Group Chairman Robert Ottel, and Vice President for the Asia-Pacific region Herbert Poellinger.
Vietnam’s Endless Charm Attracts International Tourists
15/06/2026 14:58
According to the Vietnam News Agency correspondent in France, the weekend edition of Le Parisien recently published an article introducing Vietnam as one of the most worthwhile countries to explore in Asia. Le Parisien considered Vietnam among the most attractive destinations in the world, with majestic natural landscapes, ancient cultural heritage, and amazing cuisine.
Ho Chi Minh City And Italian Businesses Promote Strategic Cooperation
05/06/2026 10:49
At the celebration of the 80th anniversary of the National Day of the Republic of Italy, on the evening of June 2nd, the leaders of Ho Chi Minh City affirmed that they will continue to create favorable conditions for the Italian Consulate General and the Italian business community to operate effectively, while promoting extensive multifaceted cooperation.
Vietnam-Sweden Children's Film Week Opens in Hanoi
05/06/2026 10:44
On June 1, 2026, the Vietnam Film Institute, in collaboration with the Swedish Embassy in Vietnam, organized the opening ceremony of the Vietnam-Sweden Children's Film Week at Ngoc Khanh Cinema (Vietnam Film Institute).
Import And Export Turnover In The First Five Months Of 2026: Highlights And Breakthroughs
05/06/2026 10:43
Foreign trade activities in the first five months recorded a strong breakthrough with total turnover reaching US $99.07 billion, an increase of 3.2% compared to the previous month and a 25.8% increase compared to the same period last year.
DNA Technology Brings Hope to Thousands of Martyrs’ Families
27/05/2026 13:59
DNA testing, gene bank development, and data digitization have become central focuses in the identification of the remains of fallen soldiers, following the government's issuance of a special mechanism to address long-standing difficulties and obstacles.
Vietnam Joins Annual Global Culture Festival in the RoK
12/05/2026 15:04
On May 10th, the Seongnam city government in Gyeonggi Province, Southern Seoul, held its 15th Global Culture Festival at City Hall Square with the theme "Experiencing Traditional Weddings Around the World." Several diplomatic missions, international organizations, and expats in the RoK attended.
Vietnamese-Origin Professor’s Research Featured at Prestigious Scientific Exhibition in the UK
12/05/2026 15:01
Professor Nguyen Thi Kim Thanh leads one of the most prominent exhibits - her research project on nanomaterials applied in disease diagnosis and treatment, in the Royal Society's Summer Science Exhibition 2026. This is considered one of the world's leading annual scientific events.
Hung Yen Takes Measures to Combat IUU Fishing Violations
06/05/2026 09:13
Joining the nationwide movement, Hung Yen province has made efforts to implement many measures to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, contributing to the removal of the European Commission's (EC) "yellow card".
Concert to Celebrate 76th Anniversary of Vietnam - Poland Bilateral Ties
06/05/2026 08:11
To commemorate the 76th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Poland (1950-2026), the Vietnam Classical Music Association, in collaboration with the Polish Embassy to Vietnam, organizes the special concert “The Flow of Music” at 8 PM on May 31st at the Ho Guom Theatre (Hanoi).
Hanoi Railway Station Welcomes Leading Number of Passengers During Holiday
05/05/2026 13:51
According to Vietnam Railways Corporation, nearly 400,000 passengers traveled by train during the holiday period, with Hanoi station leading in passenger numbers.
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