Small “Tips” for Teaching Vietnamese to Foreigners
08/12/2025 16:03
Teaching Vietnamese to foreigners is a colorful and fascinating journey. This work goes beyond simply delivering linguistic knowledge; it is also a delicate process of interaction between the teacher and the learner. It requires flexibility in teaching methods, empathy in communication, and creativity in designing engaging lessons tailored to each learner.
Preserving Mother Tongue for Most Complete Conversations With Children
08/12/2025 15:40
Having lived for more than twenty years in Prague (Czech Republic), Nguyen Ngoc Ha (42, originally from Hai Phong) has found her bond with the Vietnamese community through her mother tongue. Teaching her children, running a Vietnamese restaurant, and participating in community associations all revolve around her desire to speak and hear the language of her homeland every day.
M.A. Nguyen Thuy Thien Huong: Flexibility and Creativity in Promoting Vietnamese Language in Malaysia
08/12/2025 13:53
In Malaysia’s multilingual environment, M.A. Nguyen Thuy Thien Huong, Lecturer in Vietnamese Language and Vietnamese Culture at the Department of Asian and European Languages, Faculty of Languages and Linguistics, University of Malaya (Malaysia), has become a bridge connecting the Vietnamese language with diverse groups of learners. Through her flexible and creative teaching methods, she has helped nurture a love for Vietnamese among the overseas Vietnamese community and spark interest among many international students.
Solar Boom: India’s Capacity Jumps 4,500% In 11 Years To 130 GW, Says Minister Pralhad Joshi
08/12/2025 12:26
Pralhad Joshi highlights India’s record 31.25 GW non-fossil capacity addition, rapid solar growth, and key role in global renewable energy at GELS 2025 in Puri, Odisha.
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 8): Foreign Trade Hits Nearly US$840 Bln in 11 Months
08/12/2025 07:00
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 8): Vietnam's property market draws Korean investors; Foreign trade hits nearly US$840 bln in 11 months; Vietnamese athletes depart for SEA Games 33, target stronger regional standing; Vietnam named World’s Leading Heritage Destination 2025.
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.
Dr. Hoang Thi Hong Ha: Vietnamese Language Ambassador from Paris
06/12/2025 14:06
As one of the six outstanding honorees selected to receive the title “Overseas Vietnamese Language Ambassador 2025,” for Dr. Hoang Thi Hong Ha, the moment she stepped onto the stage was not merely about accepting an accolade. It was the continuation of a responsibility and a profound conviction that the Vietnamese language, wherever it may be, will continue to resonate clearly and vibrantly thanks to the perseverance of those who nurture it every day.
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.
Focusing on Green Growth, Digital Transformation, and Enhancing Local Capacity
05/12/2025 07:12
Within the framework of the 5th International Conference on Cooperation between Vietnam and Foreign Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), partners for prosperity and sustainable development, held on December 4, numerous foreign NGOs along with central and local agencies proposed strengthening coordination, expanding public-private cooperation, improving legal facilitation, and enhancing financial flexibility to increase aid effectiveness. Key priorities for the coming period include green growth, digital transformation, climate adaptation, support for women and vulnerable communities, smart agricultural development, and strengthening local capacities.
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.
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