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Online Meeting Between Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations and Local Unions: Dynamic, Practical, Effective
This is the first time the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations held an online conference with 52 member organizations which are the Unions of Friendship Organizations of localities. Issues in many fields were addressed, discussed, and handled according to new thinking and forms.
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2024 US Election Progress and its Implications for Vietnam's People-to-people Diplomacy
On April 16, in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations held a discussion on "Information about the 2024 US Election".
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When Vietnamese Culture Touches the "Hearts" of Thailand
It is hard to imagine that one day, a princess from another country will wear an Ao Dai and perform a self-composed poem using Vietnam as the theme with many familiar Vietnamese melodies such as Trong Com, Ly Ngua O, Beo Dat May Troi, Co La... but Thai Princess Maha Chakri Sinrindhorn brought such distant imagination to life.
Bunpimay Festival of Lao Groups in Hanoi
On April 6 in Hanoi, the Embassy of the Lao People's Democratic Republic in Vietnam held a ceremony to celebrate the Bunpimay 2567, traditional New Year according to the Buddhist calendar of the people of Lao.
Seminiar Highlights the Importance of Youth in People-to-people Diplomacy
The seminar entitled "Identity of People-to-people Diplomacy Officers in the New Era and the Requirements placed on Young Officers of the Central Agencies Group" was held in Hanoi on April 2 by the Executive Committee of the Youth Union of the Viet Nam Union of Friendly Organizations in coordination with the Vietnam Institute for International and Public Diplomacy Studies, the Youth Union of the CPV Central Committee's Commission for External Relations, and the Youth Union of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations and The Asia Foundation Continue to Coordinate
On April 2, Phan Anh Son, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, received Suzanne E. Siskel, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of The Asia Foundation (TAF, USA).
Mobilizing Resources to Elevate Vietnam's Position
The speakers not only mentioned the challenges and potential of Vietnam in the context of many unpredictable developments in the world, but also made proposals on mobilizing capital, human resources and technology to contribute to raising Vietnam's position on the world economic and geopolitical map.
Veterans Organize Activites to Strengthen Viet-American Friendship
On March 28 in Hanoi, Party Committee member, Head of the Personnel Organization Committee, Head of the Vietnam Institute for International and Public Diplomacy Studies (Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations) Dong Huy Cuong received the delegation of the "Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States" (VFW). The two sides discussed cooperation potentials in various fields.
Cultivates Friendship between Vietnamese People and International Community
The friendship gathering is an occasion for the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO) to cultivate the ties with diplomatic delegations and international partners in Ho Chi Minh City.
Continue to Cooperate to Promote People-to-people Exchanges between Vietnam and Cuba
On March 14, the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations held an online discussion with the Cuban Institute for Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP) on the orientation for their future cooperation.
Csaba Szabo: Hungarian Chef Who Brings his Homeland Cuisine to Vietnam
“The reason I am still here is thanks to the openness and hospitality of the Vietnamese people. I like everything as it is: the unique natural attractions, an excellent culinary experience, and public safety. As a Hungarian chef, I want to introduce the original, simple, clean, authentic Hungarian dishes to the land that I am attached to,” said Csaba Szabo, a Hungarian chef who is on his journey to introduce the cuisine of “the country of Rubik cube” to Vietnam.
ActionAid-funded Concrete Bridge Eases Lives of Remote Northern Village
This bridge has helped people in Ban Thang village of Ha Giang province no longer have to worry about floods and landslides during rainy and stormy seasons.
Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations and the Communist Party USA to Exploit Potentials to Cooperate
At a working session with the Communist Party USA delegation in Hanoi on March 6, led by Arturo Cambron, Member of the National Committee, Communist Party USA, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, Phan Anh Son, suggested areas that the two sides could cooperate in the coming time.
Many New Formats to Promote Vietnamese Culture in Finland
Mauri Raveala, President of the Finland - Vietnam Friendship Association (FVFA), shared that FVFA has been actively applying many traditional and modern forms to enhance mutual understanding and cooperation between the two peoples.
Foreign NGOs Provide Excellent Healthcare for Vietnam's People
Health care is among the fields that receive the leading column of aid from foreign non-governmental organizations operating in Vietnam. By providing free examinations, treatments, and surgeries; donating medical equipment, and training doctors foreign non-governmental organizations have contributed to the community, giving many Vietnamese people opportunities to live healthily.
Hundreds of Bridge Points Worldwide Pay Tribute to Merle Ratner
At 6:30 am on February 29 (Vietnam time), a memorial service for Merle Ratner was held in person in New York (USA) and online at more than 100 bridge points worldwide. Nguyen Ngoc Hung, Vice President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, and representatives of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations attended the ceremony online from Hanoi.
Foreign NGO Aid in 2023 Reached USD 228.6 million
On February 28, the Committee for Foreign Non-governmental Organizations Affairs (COMINGO) held a conference at the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations headquarters to recap 2023's activity and discuss directions and tasks for 2024. Nguyen Minh Hang, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and COMINGO Chairperson chaired the conference.
Ambassadors of Laos, Malaysia Praise Viet People, Cuisine
The Ambassadors of Laos and Malaysia in Vietnam shared their impressions of Vietnamese people and local dishes.
Tet through the Lenses of Foreign Diplomats
For diplomats to Vietnam, Tet is more than just the beginning of a new year. As the country enters the year of the Dragon, they share with the VietnamTimes their thoughts about this special occasion.
Tet of Viet Students Abroad: Occasion to Spread Sentiment and Introduce Traditional Delicacies
Though unable to celebrate Tet at home with their loved ones, Vietnamese students took the occasion to hold special celebrations in their own unique ways.
Vietnam’s Cooperation with Major Partners: What’s the next steps?
The spectacular achievements of foreign affairs last year have opened doors for cooperation and people-to-people exchanges in many fields. As Vietnam upgraded relations with three major partners, the United States, China, and Japan, what should businesses, people, artists, and youngsters do to exploit the potential and take advantage of opportunities? VietnamTimes has interviewed experts and insiders on this topic.
The Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations: A Year in Review
The Year of the Cat, while passed with many difficulties and challenges, is the year that Vietnam's foreign affairs earned significant achievements. In his remark at the 8th session of the 13th Party Central Committee, General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong stated that "foreign affairs activities take place vibrantly, continuously and are a prominent highlight in 2023". At the 6th session of the 15th National Assembly, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh also claimed that "Foreign affairs and international integration tasks are vibrantly and continuously implemented. They are prominent highlights of 2023, reaching important historical achievements, creating new opportunities to develop the country and enhance Vietnam's position and prestige." The Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations staff, specializing in people-to-people foreign affairs, are content and enthusiastic about their contributions to the overall achievements of foreign affairs in 2023.
Expat Spotlight: Ben Quick - A Child of Agent Orange Builds Bridges in Vietnam
As the son of an American veteran and Agent Orange victim, Ben Quick’s story has been forever intertwined with Vietnam and its people. Now the writer and photographer has settled in Da Nang, building literal and metaphorical bridges with his Vietnamese neighbors.
