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Swim Against the Current
It had been nearly a decade since I last picked up a novel - until the other day. The book is titled "Giữa những con sóng" (Between the Waves). It was written by Nguyễn Tuấn Thành and published by the Literature Publishing House in 2025. I haven’t read it yet, so I won’t talk about the story itself. Instead, I want to share a different story - one I call "Swim Against the Current".
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Localities Organise Ceremonies to Announce Major Administrative Restructuring
Ceremonies were held simultaneously in all localities across Vietnam at 8:00 am on June 30 to announce central and local resolutions and decisions regarding the organisation of the two-tier local government model.
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WWF Supports Quang Tri in Biodiversity Conservation
On June 27, the People's Committee of Quang Tri Province issued Decision No. 2278/QD-UBND approving the program “Implementing Nature-Based Solutions in Forestry and Environment, Including Sustainable Forest Management and Quality Improvement, Contributing to Biodiversity Conservation, Climate Change Adaptation, and Community Livelihoods in Quang Tri,” funded by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF).
Frenchman Wins A Prize for "Following the Footsteps of Ho Chi Minh" Painting
The winner of Prize A in the Literature, Art and Journalism Composition and Promotion Contest on “Learning and following Ho Chi Minh’s wisdom, ethics and model" is Romanian-French artist George Esco.
Vietnam Pledges to Promote Gender Equality at UN Annual Session
Vietnam has reiterated its strong commitment to promoting gender equality and empowering women at the annual session of the Executive Board of the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women), held from June 17 to 19 at the UN headquarters in New York.
Blue Dragon International Sponsors Project on Social Services and Children Support in Nghe An
On June 18, the Nghe An Children's Fund held a conference to launch the project "Improving social services and support for children in special circumstances and victims of human trafficking, 2024-2026." Blue Dragon International sponsors the project.
ChildFund's Project Improve Living and Learning Conditions of Ethnic Minority Students
In the remote mountainous areas of Bac Kan and Cao Bang provinces, the road to school is a tough journey – one filled with challenges, but also with dreams. Launched in August 2021, the project "Safe and Supportive Semi Boarding School Project" was born out of a desire to help those dreams take flight. Over the past four years, the project has worked to improve the living and learning conditions of ethnic minority students by strengthening school management, ensuring a safe and friendly boarding environment, and equipping students with essential life skills.
GCCH Enhances Life for People with Disabilities Quang Tri
Recently, the People’s Committee of Quang Tri Province issued Decision No. 1910/UBND approving the project titled “Improving the Quality of Life for People with Disabilities in Quang Tri Province” funded by Green Cross Switzerland (GCCH) through the Action to the Community Development Institute (ACDC).
Vietnam’s Rise in New Era: Urgent Goals and Strategic Vision (P2)
The foundation of Vietnam’s era of resurgence lies in its heroic struggle for freedom, its unwavering commitment to socialism, and the far-reaching reforms and growth brought about by the Doi Moi period.
Vietnam’s Rise in New Era: Urgent Goals and Strategic Vision (P1)
Vietnam’s era of resurgence is directly rooted in the monumental achievements of its struggle for independence and freedom, the path toward socialism, and the historic, far-reaching accomplishments of the Doi Moi (Renovation) and development period.
Vietnam’s Dynamic Growth Impresses Former New Zealand Ambassador
Former Ambassador James Kember described his time working in Vietnam as an incredibly interesting and rewarding experience, expressing his joy at witnessing the country’s remarkable transformation.
Vietnam Hosts High-Level Forum to Promote Women’s Participation in UN Peacekeeping
The Ministry of Public Security of Vietnam, in partnership with UN Women, convened a high-level International Forum on “Enhancing the Participation of Female Police Officers in United Nations Peacekeeping Operations - Global Perspectives and Vietnam’s Contribution” on June 12.
Save the Children's Project Brings Equal Learning Opportunities to All Children
In many upland schools where Vietnamese is not the mother tongue, learning to read and write becomes one of the greatest challenges for ethnic minority children. The “Happy Read” application was developed as an innovative educational solution to turn Vietnamese from a barrier into a bridge—connecting children to knowledge and growth opportunities, especially in the era of digital transformation.
Vietnam’s Digital Map Updates 34 Provincial-level Administrative Units
An 1:1,000,000-scale administrative map of Vietnam online and in digital *.pdf format will be released once the National Assembly’s Resolution on the reorganisation of provincial-level administrative units in 2025 takes effect in oder to promptly support the Prime Minister’s direction and administration, support state management by ministries, sectors, and localities; and meet requirements of organisations and individuals.
Preserving Vietnamese Identity with a Global Vision
Culture is increasingly establishing itself as a pivotal force in shaping national identity. Recognizing its significance, the Party has translated this into concrete action, with the Politburo and the Central Party Secretariat tasking the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism with leading a project to promote and integrate culture on the international stage.
Vietnamese Peacekeepers in Abyei Respond to World Environment Day
To observe World Environment Day (June 5), Viet Nam’s Engineering Unit Rotation 3 at the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) actively took part in a series of practical activities to raise awareness of environmental protection and promote the message of green and sustainable living within their base and the local community.
Can Tho Awards 500 Scholarships to Workers’ Children
The Can Tho City Federation of Labor organized a scholarship awarding ceremony and summer camp activities for children of union members, civil servants, and workers facing difficult circumstances in the city on June 5th.
Traditional Martial Arts Exchange between Sinh village (Hue City) and Katsuragi City (Japan)
On June 5 in Hue city, the Vietnam-Japan Friendship Association of Hue City organized a cultural exchange program with a delegation from Katsuragi City (Nara Prefecture, Japan) led by Mayor Ako Kazuhiko.
Lai Chau National Assembly, People's Council Delegates Hold Dialogue with Children
National Assembly deputies and members of the People’s Council of Lai Chau province held a dialogue with representatives of children in the northern mountainous province.
24 Children with Disabilities in Northern Provinces Received Free Surgery
On June 2-3, Ba Vi District General Hospital (Hanoi) collaborated with Vietnam-Cuba Friendship Hospital and Operation Smile Vietnam to examine, screen and provide health care to patients with congenital defects such as cleft lip, palate, ptosis, and syndactyly in Ba Vi district and neighboring provinces.
World Vision Promotes Comprehensive Nutritional Care for Vietnamese Children
On June 1, in Thuong Xuan district, Thanh Hoa province, World Vision International in Vietnam, in partnership with the National Institute of Nutrition and the People's Committee of Thuong Xuan district, hosted the Community Festival titled "Nourishing with Love." This event was organized in response to the Month of Action for Children and Micronutrient Day.
Hanoi, South Africa Strengthens People-to-people Exchanges, Expands Multi-sector Cooperation
Within the framework of a business trip to the Republic of South Africa from May 28 to June 3, the Hanoi delegation led by Chairwoman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of the city Nguyen Lan Huong has implemented many activities to promote people-to-people exchanges and survey the development model of community tourism in major cities of South Africa. The activities contribute to expanding cooperation between Hanoi and South African localities, promoting the image of a dynamic and unique city to international friends.
Hue City to Raise Awareness on Mine Accident Prevention
Hue city launches project to raise awareness of risks related to mines and explosives.
