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President Vo Van Thuong is joined by many Government leaders to attend the festival. The occasion attracts the participation of around 5,000 locals and tourists. The art performance depicts the formation and development of the Vietnamese southern hub of Saigon– Gia Dinh, which was named after President Ho Chi Minh on July 2, 1976. The river festival opens on August 4 in Ho Chi Minh City for the first time, with the ultimate aim of boosting local tourism. The function features a series of cultural and entertainment activities related to the southern city’s waterways for locals and tourists. The bustling scene of Sai Gon Port 160 years ago is re-enacted during the real-scene art performance. The busy lives of youngsters are reappeared. 3D technology, a water music system, and high power laser lights, among other modern technology are used during the course of the event. A total of 700 performers bring an impressive performance for audiences to enjoy. The busy l...

Engineering Unit Rotation No.2, made up of 203 officers, including 22 females, was established in 2014. Photo: People’s Army Newspaper A see-off ceremony for the unit is scheduled to take place in Hanoi on August 8, VietnamPlus reported. The unit will come with about 300 tonnes of supplies, including equipment, machinery, and food, which have been packaged and ready to be transported. Most of the supplies will be transported by the sea while the remaining 17 tonnes, mainly food, and medicine, on a commercial aircraft rented by the UN, said Lt. Col. Pham Van Hao, deputy head of Engineering Unit Rotation 2. As the main equipment was already delivered to the UN mission in Abyei by Engineering Unit Rotation 1 in 2022, this time, Engineering Unit Rotation 2 will bring mainly replacement materials and spare parts, more than 10 tonnes, that are not available in the host area or have been used up to ensure the performance of duties. Hao noted that all unit members show strong...

The Hanoi Tourism Department has announced that over 170,000 individuals visited Hanoi during the two-day BlackPink concert, generating a total revenue of VND630 billion (US$27.4 million) for the city. The benefits of hosting the group’s performance in Vietnam are evident. However, have we fully capitalized on these opportunities to promote our country’s image and generate income? Associate Professor, PhD. Bui Hoai Son, a member of the National Assembly’s Committee on Culture and Education, discussed this phenomenon with The Hanoi Times. The potential of Vietnam’s entertainment market With the recent BlackPink effect, what are your comments on the needs of the Vietnamese audience? The BlackPink event in Hanoi displayed the immense appeal of this girl band. Despite the relatively high ticket prices, a portion of the audience still willingly paid for a high-quality and memorable musical experience. This demand also demonstrates the potential of Vietnam’s entertainment market. With ...

The launch formed a significant component of the Environment Day event, which was co-hosted on Sunday by the People’s Committee and pertinent state agencies operating within the district. In light of the United Nations Environment Program’s leadership and the observance of World Environment Day (June 5th), an Environment Day event centered on the theme “Saying No to Non-biodegradable Plastic Bags and Single-use Plastics” was organized. Recyclable bottles are displayed at a booth run by the Vietnam Women’s Union of District 10, Ho Chi Minh City, July 23, 2023. Photo: Tuoi Tre Raising Public Awareness for Environmental Protection This event aims to generate greater public awareness about the importance of environmental protection. Attendees will be encouraged to adopt sustainable practices in their daily lives, such as reducing the use of non-biodegradable plastic bags and single-use plastics. Additionally, the event will promote the proper sorting of garbage at its sour...