Phan Anh
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Vietnam-US Friendship Festival to Take Place in Da Nang
20/06/2025 09:52
On June 22, the Vietnam-US Friendship Festival will take place in Da Nang City. The event is co-organized by the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, the US Embassy and Consulate in Vietnam, and the People’s Committee of Da Nang City. It marks the 30th anniversary of the normalization and establishment of Vietnam-US diplomatic relations (July 12, 1995 - July 12, 2025).
Vietnam & Saudi Arabia Melody Resonates in Japan Expo
09/06/2025 09:15
Traditional music of Vietnam and Saudi Arabia came together in harmony in Japan, as part of a remarkable cultural exchange at EXPO 2025 Osaka, Kansai. The event captivated the international audience, drawing widespread attention and appreciation.
Contribute to Form a "Global Vietnamese Ecosystem"
03/06/2025 16:51
An international conference themed "The importance of teaching and preserving Vietnamese language and culture for overseas Vietnamese communities" took place in Fukuoka City, Japan, on May 31 - June 1.
Vietnam - US Towards Substantive Progress in Trade Negotiations
24/05/2025 18:18
During his working trip to the United States, Minister of Industry and Trade, Head of the Government Negotiation Delegation Nguyen Hong Dien had a working session with US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick at the US Department of Commerce headquarters. The meeting aimed to promote bilateral economic and trade cooperation and the negotiation process of the Reciprocal Trade Agreement between the two countries.
Promote Local Cooperation among Vietnam-Laos-Thailand on East-West Economic Corridor
24/05/2025 17:59
On May 23 in Sekong (Laos), the Consulate General of Vietnam in Pakse coordinated with the Sekong provincial authority to organize the Trade, Investment and Tourism Promotion Forum: Promoting the East-West Economic Corridor. The 2025 Trade and Tourism Fair was also launched on this occasion.
Easing of US-China Tariffs: Markets React Positively, Experts Remain Cautious
14/05/2025 23:36
The temporary tariff truce between the US and China has brought positive signals to global markets; however, experts warn that uncertainties and risks remain due to the absence of long-term commitments.
Vietnam’s Mark on UN Day of Vesak Celebrations
07/05/2025 13:56
The United Nations (UN) Day of Vesak is a significant cultural and spiritual event for global peace, celebrated by the international Buddhist community. Vietnam has hosted Vesak four times, leaving a profound impression on its organization and content.
Vietnam Deeply Values and Remains Grateful for Unwavering Support from Intl Friends
02/05/2025 21:05
On April 30, in Ho Chi Minh City, Do Van Chien, Politburo member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee, and Chairman of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front, met with an international delegation comprising individuals who had supported Vietnam during its resistance war for national independence and reunification. Organized by the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations, the event marked the delegation’s visit to Vietnam in honor of the 50th Anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification.
Vietnamese, Chinese Youth Extend the Bridge of riendship
19/04/2025 10:25
On April 17 in Quang Ninh, the Central Committee of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union (HCYU) held the closing ceremony of the 24th Vietnam-China Youth Friendship Meeting in 2025. During the 6-day exchange, delegates from both countries visited and shared experiences in youth union work, enhancing understanding and connecting the two countries' youth.
Negotiation Over Confrontation: Countries Taking Cautious Approach to US Tariffs
31/03/2025 07:26
While the EU and Canada have responded strongly to the US tariff measures, some countries like the UK, Mexico, Australia, and others have opted for a more cautious path: negotiation instead of confrontation. This strategy helps them avoid escalating trade tensions but also entails risks when dealing with a US administration ready to use tariffs as a negotiation tool.
Vietnam Marks Significant Milestones in Gender Equality
27/03/2025 16:21
On March 25 in Hanoi, the Central Committee of the Vietnam Women's Union, in collaboration with the UN Women in Vietnam, organized the Intergenerational Media Forum titled “Women and Gender Equality in the New Era.” The event marked the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action and the 10th anniversary of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) implementation.
Foreign Ambassadors Celebrate Vietnamese Culture Through Ao Dai
13/12/2024 17:29
The event aimed to foster solidarity, mutual understanding, and information exchange among ambassadors and diplomatic corps in Hanoi.
Finding Identity Through Language: The Vietnamese Journey Home
14/10/2024 11:37
Daniel Nguyen Hoai Tien was born and raised in Orange County (California, USA) in a Vietnamese family. However, during childhood, he had limited exposure to his mother tongue. His turning point came when he enrolled in a Vietnamese language course at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). “This is the starting point of my journey to my roots,” said Daniel. From there, his mother tongue became the key to a deeper experience in discovering his identity and connecting with his homeland.
Overseas Vietnamese Mothers Preserve Mother Tongue
10/10/2024 10:00
Dr. Tran Hong Van, a translator and interpreter at Western Sydney University and a member of the VietSpeech project, an initiative by Charles University aimed at enhancing language skills and preserving the mother tongue for Vietnamese children in Australia, once shared emotionally: “It is such a wonderful feeling to live abroad and hear my child say 'Me oi' (Mom).” For her, every time her daughter Ivy speaks Vietnamese, it brings an indescribable joy, a sacred bond between generations, and a connection to their roots.
Language Classes Östergötland: Strengthen Vietnamese Identity in Sweden
04/10/2024 12:13
Luu Sally (Nguyen Thi Luu) has spent 8 years teaching Vietnamese to second-generation Vietnamese in Östergötland, Sweden, yearning to preserve her homeland's language and culture. In the cozy small classroom, her love and patience connect children born abroad with their Vietnamese roots.
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