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The Vietnam Festival “Hello Saitama” will take place in the Japanese prefecture of Saitama from September 1-3, re-enacting the atmosphere of the Mid-Autumn Festival and bringing it to the Japanese people and the Vietnamese community living there, according to a report by VNA. The festival is sponsored by the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs as part of the activities to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Vietnam-Japan diplomatic ties this year. The announcement was made at a press conference held at the Vietnamese Embassy in Japan on August 2. At the press conference. Photo: VNA The festival, the first of its kind held in Saitama, will showcase star lanterns, lion dance performances, and the flavors of mooncakes. Over 60 booths will be set up to introduce Vietnamese cuisine, including popular dishes that have become an integral part of Japanese culinary culture, such as pho, banh mi, noodles, spring rolls, banh xeo (crispy rice pancake), and coffee. The festival w...

The State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs collaborated with the Da Nang municipal Department of Foreign Affairs on August 2 to present certificates of merit from the Minister of Foreign Affairs to two overseas Vietnamese individuals in recognition of their positive contributions to the growth of the city. They are Cecile Le Pham, a Vietnamese expatriate in France, and Bao Hoa, a Vietnamese expatriate in the US. Attending the ceremony were Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Chairman of the State Committee on Overseas Vietnamese Affairs, Le Thi Thu Hang, representatives of the Department of Foreign Affairs, overseas Vietnamese individuals, and their relatives. This ceremony served as an encouragement for overseas Vietnamese individuals to continue to remember their homeland, contribute to the development of Da Nang, and support Vietnam as a whole. Speaking at the ceremony, Hang highly praised the two Vietnamese expatriates for...

Enterprises in the woodworking industry have begun to receive orders again to serve the furniture shopping season in the year-end months on the world market, as reported by VNA at a recent forum. Despite the challenges posed by the volatile and unpredictable global markets, agile businesses in the woodworking industry are finding opportunities to thrive, according to experts at the forum. The Department of Forestry has reported that forestry product exports reached an estimated USD 6.42 billion in the first half of the year, experiencing a year-on-year decrease of 28.8%. Wood and wood product exports were particularly affected, dropping by 29% to USD 5.96 billion. Vietnam aims to earn 25 billion USD from wood and wooden product exports by 2030. Photo: VNA A preliminary survey by the Handicraft and Wood Industry Association of Ho Chi Minh City (HAWA) found that export orders in the industry initially decreased by 30% but began to recover in July, ahead of the global year...

The 8th International Festival of Vietnamese Traditional Martial Arts was officially opened on the night of August 2 in Binh Dinh province, according to a report by VNA. The festival, which takes place from August 2 to August 5, includes various events such as a flame lighting ceremony, talk shows, martial arts performances, tours to historical and cultural sites, and exhibitions showcasing the activities of local martial arts clubs. Over 1,200 athletes from 77 delegations around the world have registered to participate in the festival. The opening ceremony, held in Quy Nhon city, featured a dance and music performance with the theme “Vietnamese Traditional Martial Arts – Aspiration to Reach Out”. The ceremony was attended by local martial arts masters and trainees, as well as famous singers and international delegations. During the festival, athletes will participate in martial arts talks, exchanges, and visits to Binh Dinh’s dojos. They will also have the opportunity to explor...

The geopark was officially designated as a global geopark by UNESCO in 2020. It encompasses a vast area of 4,700 square kilometers, spanning Gia Nghia Town, as well as Krong No, Cu Jut, Dak Mil, Dak Song, and Dak Glong Districts. The geopark showcases unique attributes encompassing geology, archaeology, culture, and biodiversity within the highland region. The cave system in basalt stones, located predominantly in Krong No District, was discovered within the geopark in 2007 and is considered one of its main attractions. According to the Japan Caving Association, the C7 is a magnificent tubular cavern located within the cavern system. Spanning over one kilometer in length, it holds the distinction of being Southeast Asia’s longest and most remarkable cave. Additionally, it should be noted that caves C6 and C6-1 are not only significant for their geological value, but also for their archaeological importance. Scientists have discovered the remains of prehistoric humans within these c...

Singer Do To Hoa and rapper Ha Le have released their new single, “Shi Ni” (It’s You), in Chinese, Vietnamese, and English. The Chinese lyrics were written by Meng Ran, the Vietnamese lyrics by Pham Lich, and the English lyrics by Ha Le. “Shi Ni” was initially released in China in 2022 and quickly gained popularity, leading to various remixes in different languages. Vietnamese singer Pham Lich also covered the song and released the Vietnamese version five months ago, with over 28 million views on Pham Lich’s YouTube channel. The singer Do To Hoa and the rapper Ha Le are working on a new music project. Hoa, who won the chamber music category of the Sao Mai 2017 singing contest, obtained a master’s degree in vocal performance in China. After returning to Vietnam, she continues to showcase her talent in chamber music while exploring new styles. Hoa is keen on incorporating her Chinese heritage into her musical endeavors. Currently, she works as a lecturer in Hanoi. Viet...

Ami Bera, M.D. (D-CA), the Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, Central Asia, and Nonproliferation for the 117th Congress, led a bipartisan U.S. Congressional delegation (CODEL) to Vietnam in October 2022. This was his second time leading a CODEL to Southeast Asia and the final trip of the 117th Congress. The visit took place ahead of the ASEAN Summits and East Asia Summit in November, highlighting the whole-of-government commitment to the region. Dr. Bera strongly believes that the Indo-Pacific is vital for U.S. national security and economic prosperity and commends the Biden Administration’s sustained high-level commitment to the region. As Subcommittee Chair, he has worked in a bipartisan manner to strengthen ties with Indo-Pacific countries through hearings, legislation, and direct engagements. During the Vietnam trip, Dr. Bera had conversations with high-level Vietnamese government officials, reaffirming the potential for deepening and broadening ...

Vietnam News Today (Aug. 4) notable headlines Deputy minister attends ASEAN Defence Senior Officials’ Meeting Plus Hanoi launches diverse activities to develop night-time tourism More foreign visitors eye vacations in HCM City: Agoda Positive signs anticipated for Vietnamese economy in H2 Made-in-Vietnam ASF vaccines to be exported to Philippines, Indonesia Vietnamese pangasius exports to Germany, Singapore, UK see robust growth Top Vietnamese legislator’s visit to Indonesia of strategic significance Important milestone brings Vietnam-Iran relations to new heights Vietnam, Philippines promote sea and ocean cooperation, timely handle sea issues Deputy Minister of National Defence Lieut. Sen. Gen. Hoang Xuan Chien speaks at the meeting (Photo: VNA) Deputy minister attends ASEAN Defence Senior Officials’ Meeting Plus A Vietnamese delegation led by Deputy Minister of National Defence Lieut. Sen. Gen. Hoang Xuan Chien attended the ASEAN Defence Senior Officia...