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Ambassador Jennifer Wicks: People-to-People Exchanges Bring Viet Nam and the United States Closer Together

04/11/2026 16:39

US Ambassador to Viet Nam Jennifer Wicks affirmed that promoting people-to-people exchanges is one of her priorities during her tenure, with the aim of strengthening ties between the peoples of the two countries and fostering cooperation across various fields. This was discussed at a meeting between President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations Phan Anh Son and Ambassador Jennifer Wicks, held in Hanoi on November 4.

Karlovy Vary Region (Czech Republic) Considers Proposal to Teach Vietnamese in Schools

04/11/2026 16:25

Petr Kubis, Governor of the Karlovy Vary Region (Czech Republic), said he would consider a proposal to introduce Vietnamese language instruction in schools across the region to help younger generations of Vietnamese descent preserve their mother tongue and national identity. The proposal was discussed at a meeting on November 3 with a high-level delegation from the Central Committee of the Viet Nam Fatherland Front.

Mountain Flavours and Forest Aromas on the Dining Tables of Thai People in Muong Luan

04/11/2026 16:05

In the Muong Luan Valley, every meal served is about more than simply satisfying daily hunger. It embodies indigenous knowledge, family bonds and serves as a measure of a woman's virtues and culinary skills, reflected in every dish infused with the distinctive flavours of the mountains and forests.

Si La People of Muong Nhe Preserve Filial Piety Through New Rice Festival

04/11/2026 15:46

When the first golden rice ears ripen on the upland fields, the Si La people in the border district of Muong Nhe, Dien Bien Province, gather once again to prepare for the New Rice Festival. The simple offering tray, carrying the fragrant aroma of newly harvested rice, is not only an expression of profound gratitude to their ancestors but also a strong bond that nurtures community solidarity and ties among villagers.

Angola's Ambassador Fernando Miguel Seeks to Promote Establishment of Friendship Associations Between the Two Countries

04/11/2026 09:25

"Promoting the establishment of the Angola-Viet Nam Friendship Association and the Viet Nam-Angola Friendship Association to create additional bridges for people-to-people exchanges and cooperation" was a key point highlighted at a meeting between Phan Anh Son, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, and Fernando Miguel, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Angola to Viet Nam, held on November 3 in Hanoi.

India–ASEAN Economic Partnership: Strengthening Supply Chains and Shaping a Shared Asian Growth Story

03/11/2026 16:00

India and ASEAN are increasingly important economic partners in a rapidly transforming global economy. Their expanding merchandise trade, complementary production capabilities, strategic geographical positioning and growing regional value-chain linkages offer substantial opportunities for deeper economic integration.

Young People in Sin Thau Carry Forward Ha Nhi Cultural Heritage

03/11/2026 15:24

In the remote border region of Sin Thau, where traditional rammed-earth houses emerge from the mountain mist, the story of preserving the Ha Nhi ethnic community’s culture does not exist solely in the memories of the elderly. Today, this age-old legacy is being carried forward by young people - a generation filled with ethnic pride and a sense of responsibility for safeguarding its cultural identity for the future.

Keeping Village Spirit Alive in Muong Luan Commune: Thai People's Aspiration for Cultural Continuity

03/11/2026 15:00

Amid the Muong Luan Valley, where generations of Thai ethnic people have lived together in harmony and maintained close-knit community ties, cultural preservation has never been merely a story of the past. It is a living part of contemporary life, nurtured every day through language, family traditions and the younger generation's deep affection for their roots in villages across the commune.

Viet Nam Cultural Digital Map Officially Launched

03/11/2026 14:42

On November 1, at the Temple of Literature - Imperial Academy in Hanoi, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism officially launched the Viet Nam Cultural Digital Map (CMAP), providing a new channel for connecting cultural heritage, events and destinations with domestic and international visitors.

Harnessing the Resources of the Vietnamese Community to Promote Labour Migration to Germany

03/11/2026 14:29

The Union of Vietnamese Associations in Germany, in coordination with the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) and Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), recently held a seminar entitled “Shaping fair and ethical labour migration to Germany - The role of the Vietnamese community”.

Vietnamese Community in the UK Raises Funds to Support People in Quang Tri

03/11/2026 14:19

On November 1, in London, the Seeds of Love Foundation organised a cultural fundraising event entitled “Thinking of Central Viet Nam with Love”, aimed at supporting the Bru-Van Kieu ethnic community in Quang Tri, while promoting Vietnamese culture and strengthening community ties.

Hitachi Construction Machinery Launches a New Global Brand Campaign in Advance of Changing the Company Name and Brand to "LANDCROS" in April 2027

03/11/2026 10:55

Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. (President and Executive Officer: Masafumi Senzaki; hereafter referred to as “Hitachi Construction Machinery”) announces that it will change its trade name to LANDCROS Corporation and its corporate brand to “LANDCROS” effective April 1, 2027.

Renewing and Elevating ASEAN People-to-People Diplomacy

03/11/2026 09:23

The Viet Nam-Singapore Friendship Association has proposed, taken the lead in, and coordinated the organisation of a conference on ASEAN people-to-people diplomacy, with the aim of making it an annual event. The conference is expected to launch the digital platform “ASEAN friendship bridge” to strengthen connections among organisations and partners across the region and promote practical, long-term cooperation initiatives.

Viet Nam-Laos and Laos-Viet Nam Friendship Associations to Participate in National-Level Commemorative Program in 2027

03/11/2026 08:00

Lao National Assembly President Sonexay Siphandone said that activities organised by the two Friendship Associations would be included in the programme marking the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations and the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Viet Nam-Laos Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation in 2027. He also called on the two Associations to step up coordination in promoting the special relationship between the two countries.

Where Ban Blossoms and Love Stories Bloom

02/11/2026 16:21

Every spring, as white ban flowers blanket the forests of the Northwest, Tham Le Cave - known as the Love Cave of the Thai people in Muong Lo, recalls a time when young men and women gathered to meet and get to know one another through the sounds of the khèn and pí flutes and traditional courtship songs. Although these old customs have gradually faded, memories of a place filled with love and affection continue to be preserved and passed down by local artisans as a cherished part of the ethnic community's cultural heritage.

From Wartime Solidarity to Lasting Friendship

02/11/2026 15:51

On October 30 in Hanoi, the Embassy of Cuba in Viet Nam held a ceremony marking the 60th anniversary of the first visit to Viet Nam by a high-level Cuban delegation. The visit began on October 29, 1966, during the height of the war, and became a special milestone in the solidarity between Viet Nam and Cuba.

India's first indigenous bullet train is being built

02/11/2026 14:00

The indigenous B28 trainset, being manufactured by Integral Coach Factory and BEML, is designed for a speed of 280 kmph, with track trials expected by mid-2027

Under Her Gaze: Three Encounters with Da Nang’s Iconic Lady Buddha

02/11/2026 11:08

When traveling around the Son Tra peninsula (Da Nang city), a pair of heavenly eyes watches over you. Standing at 67 meters tall on a giant lotus base, the Lady Buddha eternally observes the waves lapping against the shores of Da Nang. The towering concrete statue also doubles as a temple, inviting daily pilgrimages to pray within her sacred space.

First National Great Unity Festival Held in Europe

02/11/2026 10:59

Over two days, from 31 October to 1 November 2026, the Union of Vietnamese Associations in Europe held the “2026 National Great Unity Festival” at the Sapa Trade Centre in Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, under the theme “Unity - Responsibility - Integration - Development”. Held in Europe for the first time, the event brought together representatives of Vietnamese communities from 29 countries.

Promoting Role of People-to-People Diplomacy in Viet Nam-Spain Relations

02/11/2026 10:03

Recently in Hanoi, marking the occasion of Spain’s National Day (October 12), the Hanoi Viet Nam-Spain Friendship Association held a friendship gathering and launched two new chapters, contributing to the expansion of people-to-people diplomacy networks and the promotion of cooperation between the two countries.

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