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The Vietnam – Cuba Friendship Association’s chapter in Ho Chi Minh City (VCFA HCMC) will continue to promote people-to-people diplomacy activities to increase understanding between the people of Vietnam and Cuba as well as between HCM City and Cuban localities in particular, contributing to further intensifying the special relations between the two countries. This orientation was approved at the third congress of the association for the 2023-2028 tenure held in HCM City on December 28, VNA reported. Truong Thi Hien, chair of the Vietnam – Cuba Friendship Association in Ho Chi Minh City for the 2023 – 2028 term, spoke at the congress. Photo: HUFO Accordingly, the VCFA HCMC will focus on promoting communication activities, including setting up a YouTube channel named “Cuba – The Beautiful Island”, to introduce the country and people of Cuba to people from all walks of life, especially young people, and the importance of the Vietnam-Cuba relations in the new situation. A

The approaching New Year holiday brings with it a flurry of tourist activities. Due to the current economic conditions, many people are opting for destinations near Hanoi that offer shorter travel times and are not too expensive for the three-day holiday. In addition to well-known attractions such as heritage sites, handicraft villages, resorts, tourist attractions, eco-tourism destinations, and entertainment areas, there are also options for capital residents and tourists to explore. Nguyen Ha Thanh from Bac Tu Liem District plans to take her children to places on the outskirts of Hanoi. A day trip allows them to have a fun-filled day, save money, and still enjoy their vacation without feeling exhausted. Foreign tourists visit Quang Phu Cau, an incense-making village in Ung Hoa District. Photo: Le Giang/The Hanoi Times “As usual, tourist sites can get too crowded during holidays, and since our income is not great, we have decided to cut down on travel expenses,” she sa

Vietnam News Today (Dec. 26) notable headlines Vietnam causes impact at multilateral forums: Ambassador Continuous trade surplus helps stabilize exchange rates and macroeconomic indicators Hanoi greets 24 million visitors in 2023 Make in Vietnam apps can help solve pressing national problems Hanoi-HCM City becomes world’s fourth busiest domestic air routes in 2023 Vietnam active in UN peacekeeping mission Cambodia-Laos-Vietnam Buddhist Summit opens in HCM City OVs in Russia celebrate New Year 2024 Bringing Vietnamese heritages to the world At a meeting of the UNGA’s 77th session (Photo: VNA) Vietnam causes impact at multilateral forums: Ambassador Vietnam this year continues to leave meaningful impressions at multilateral forums, including the United Nations (UN), contributing to enhancing its position and reputation among the global community, said Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations. As 2023 is a vol

The United Nations (UN) has officially recognized the Lunar New Year as a floating holiday in its calendar of conferences and meetings starting from 2024. In a resolution, the UN General Assembly acknowledges the importance of the Lunar New Year, which is celebrated in many UN member states. It invites UN bodies at headquarters and other duty stations to avoid scheduling meetings on the Lunar New Year . United Nations Headquarters in New York. The resolution, adopted on December 22 without a vote, encourages the consideration of this arrangement when creating future calendars of conferences and meetings. The inclusion of the Lunar New Year as a floating holiday makes it the eighth holiday observed by UN staff worldwide, alongside Yom Kippur, Vesak Day, Diwali, Gurpurab, Orthodox Christmas, Orthodox Good Friday, and Nowruz. In addition to Vietnam, the Lunar New Year is recognized as a public holiday in China, Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, Korea, Canada, Suriname, and som

Pope Francis appointed Archbishop Marek Zalewski as the first Resident Papal Representative in Vietnam, according to the Holy See’s announcement on December 23, as reported by VNA. Archbishop Marek Zalewski, who joined the diplomatic service of the Holy See in 1995, has served in various countries. He was appointed as the Apostolic Nuncio to Singapore and the non-resident Papal Representative in Vietnam in 2018. During his tenure as the non-resident Papal Representative in Vietnam, he visited and conducted pastoral activities in almost all dioceses of the Catholic Church in Vietnam. He also met with representatives from ministries, sectors, and local administrations nationwide. Archbishop Marek Zalewski, first Resident Papal Representative in Vietnam. Photo: Vietnam Episcopal Council Vietnam and the Holy See have made progress in bilateral relations, particularly since establishing a regular dialogue mechanism through their Joint Working Group in 2009. Numerous meetings

According to the National Center for Hydrometeorological Forecasting, the temperature in the North is still at a low level. Many measuring stations have recorded temperatures below 10 degrees Celsius. The weather forecast in different regions Northwest region: The weather is predicted to be less cloudy and sunny during the day, with moderate to heavy rain in some places. The lowest temperature is expected to be between 10-13 degrees, and in high mountainous areas, it may drop below 5 degrees. The highest temperature is expected to range from 18-21 degrees. Northeast region: The weather will be less cloudy and sunny during the day, with no rain at night. The wind from the northeast will be at level 2-3. The lowest temperature will range from 11-14 degrees, and in high mountainous areas, it may drop below 8 degrees. The highest temperature is expected to range from 19-22 degrees. The weather will be warmer in Hanoi. Photo: Hoang Ha Thanh Hoa – Thua Thien Hue: The weather wi

The sale is the result of the first forest proceeds from six provinces in the north central region under the emission reduction agreement with the World Bank. It is transferred to localities to compensate forest owners, local communities, and people for their efforts in managing, protecting, and developing forests. The emission reduction agreement, successfully implemented in Vietnam, has brought in US $41 million in carbon credit sales with the World Bank (Photo: Getty Image). As the first emission reduction agreement successfully implemented in Vietnam, the sale represents an important step towards advanced forest management, protection, and improving people’s lives. The six provinces participating in the agreement are Thanh Hoa, Nghe An, Ha Tinh, Quang Binh, Quang Tri, and Thua Thien-Hue. They collectively have over 3.1 million hectares of forested land, accounting for 58 percent of the total area. Nguyen Quang Bao, Director of the Department of Forestry under the

Despite the cold weather, locals and tourists flock to the capital to experience the festive atmosphere. Youngsters capture the magic of the Christmas season through photographs. Foreigners also visit the cathedral to immerse themselves in the festive spirit. A foreign family celebrates Christmas in Hanoi with excitement. Ta Hien street is a popular destination for foreigners seeking to taste Vietnamese street food such as spring rolls, dried beef salad, and chicken feet. Christmas Eve is bustling in Ho Chi Minh City as people gather at churches to pray for a joyous and peaceful holiday season. Celebrating Christmas in Vietnam offers a unique and memorable experience for international tourists. The post Foreigners experience a cozy Christmas in Vietnam appeared first on Vietexplorer.com .

The Ho Thi Tu Street Book Street, situated in Hiep Phu Ward, is set to open from December 22nd to January 1st, treating visitors with a range of music performances, cultural activities, and engaging programs. The Thu Duc City People’s Committee is committed to providing a space to promote the tradition of reading, enrich cultural and tourism offerings, and create a reading space by opening the book street. The book street spans approximately 190.6 meters in length, covering an area of over 3,500 square meters. Operating from 9:00 am to 10:00 pm daily, the book street features different areas such as the Ho Chi Minh culture space, a reading area, an old book section, a brain-training games playground, a book-themed coffee space, and a main stage. Within the book street premises, two rocks can be found engraved with the biography of Vietnamese heroic mother Ho Thi Tu and a quote from late President Ho Chi Minh regarding the importance of reading culture. The opening of the book str

Despite the cold weather this Christmas in Hanoi, the peaceful and festive atmosphere for the Catholic community and Hanoi’s townspeople remains undiminished. The streets are filled with joy and festive spirit, creating a vibrant and lively ambiance. Locals gather at St. Joseph’s Cathedral on Nha Chung Street to celebrate Christmas. The photos capture the joyous moments of the celebration. A Christmas of unity… Euphoria is in the air in Thach Bich Parish, Bich Hoa Commune, and Thanh Oai District as the Catholic community celebrates their most sacred holiday. Everyone comes together to decorate homes and light up the streets, especially on Thach Bich Church premises. Thach Bich Parish is a longstanding and prominent Hanoi Archdiocese parish with approximately 8,000 parishioners. It consistently upholds the spirit of ‘living a good life following the faith.’ The parish actively engages in economic development and contributes to social activities, working together to build a prospero

Vietnam News Today (Dec. 25) notable headlines Severe cold spell to end early this week in North Vietnam promotes development of green industrial parks Vietnam-US trade exceeds US$100 bln in 11 months More foreign travelers to visit Vietnam Vietnam hoped to become healthcare destination Religion unity creates Vietnam strength Over 1,500 runners compete at Son Tra Run Challenge 2023 Export results in 2023 provide stepping stone for rice sector next year Ho Chi Minh City International Music Festival opens Photo: VNA Severe cold spell to end early this week in North The severe cold spell, which has blanketed the northern region as well as the north-central provinces of Thanh Hoa and Nghe An for about 10 days now, is expected to end early this week. The National Center for Hydro-meteorological Forecasting has warned that the severe cold weather will continue hitting the northern mountainous provinces with the lowest temperatures of 4-7 degrees Celsius. The

Vietnam – China Border Youth Friendship Exchange in 2023. (Photo: Hang Nguyen) The program aims to review and continue the long-standing traditions of friendship, connection, and exchange, and aims to expand cooperative relationships in social affairs as well as learn from effective economic development models. The program also facilitates the sharing of experiences in implementing Youth Union work and youth movements, as well as cultural and artistic exchanges. By doing so, it aims to express the faith, will, and aspirations of the youth from both countries to work together and cultivate a close relationship “from mountain to mountain, river to river”. During the event, youth delegations from four Vietnamese provinces bordering Yunnan province (including Dien Bien, Lai Chau, Lao Cai, and Ha Giang) and Chinese youth delegates participated in a variety of exciting activities in Kunming city, Honghe Hani and Yi, and Dali Bai of Yunnan province. At the “Chinese-Vietnamese Yout

The annual TasteAtlas rankings are based on a total of 395,205 dish ratings and 115,660 food product ratings, which were considered to determine the top culinary experiences worldwide. Italy secured the top spot in the list, followed by Japan in second place and Greece in third. Two representatives from Southeast Asia made it to the top 20, with Indonesia ranking sixth and Thailand coming in at 17th. Vietnam was ranked 22nd, placed behind Hungary at 21st and followed by Iran at 23rd. When it comes to the 100 best dishes in the world, as announced by TasteAtlas, Vietnamese dishes were also celebrated internationally. Bánh Mì Kẹp Thịt (Vietnamese Baguette Sandwich with Meat) and Phở Bò (Beef Noodle Soup) were ranked 14th and 100th, respectively. In terms of best food cities & regions, Hue City and Ho Chi Minh City secured the 28th and 73rd spots. TasteAtlas readers recognized Phở Thìn Lò Đúc in Hanoi as one of the most iconic food places in the world, ranking it 90th. The restau

Hang Ma street is a popular destination for buying toys and decorations in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. It attracts people who are looking for year-end-party decorations as well as those who want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of the area. Hang Ma street is known for its wide selection of toys and decorations, making it one of the best places to shop for festive items in the capital. The street is currently abuzz with business activities as shops display a variety of festive items for purchase, getting ready for the Christmas season. This year, Hang Ma street offers a wide range of festive items, including trees, wreaths, golden bells, and snowmen, featuring rich designs and vibrant colors. Customers can choose from a diverse range of prices, from a few hundred thousand to several million VND, to find the perfect festive items. Christmas and New Year are joyous occasions for Vietnamese families, especially children who eagerly await g

The Vietnam-Thailand Friendship Association in Hanoi organized a conference on December 22 in Dan Phuong District to evaluate its tasks and cultural exchange program. Delegates at the conference reviewed the association’s achievements over the past year and recognized individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to promoting cooperation between Vietnam and Thailand. Tran Duc Hai, Chairman of the Vietnam-Thailand Friendship Association, speaks at the event. Photo: Vietnam-Thailand Friendship Association In 2023, led by the Hanoi Union of Friendship Organizations, the Vietnam-Thailand Friendship Association in Hanoi focused on enhancing communication on diplomatic affairs, peace and friendship activities, and other significant political events of the two countries. Additionally, the association launched a website featuring in-depth cultural stories to improve the effectiveness of its tasks. Outstanding individuals are recognized at the

According to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, there is a strong level 3 Northeast wind on the mainland. In the North, Thanh Hoa and Nghe An, the weather continues to be very cold, and the mountains are freezing. In the area from Ha Tinh to Thua Thien Hue, the cold will be harmful to young children and the elderly’s health. In the area from Ha Tinh to Khanh Hoa, there is moderate to heavy rain with rainfall of 15-30mm. The weather forecast in different regions Northwest region: The weather forecast is predicted to be cloudy with drizzles in some places and sunny during the day. High mountain areas have the possibility of frost. Lowest temperature: 9-12 degrees. Highest temperature: 16-19 degrees. Northeast region: The weather will be cloudy and sunny during the day. The northern midlands and mountainous areas are likely to experience frost. Lowest temperature: 9-12 degrees. Highest temperature: 15-18 degrees. Thanh Hoa – Thua Thien Hue: The weather wil

An article from the market news website recently sourced data from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which analyzed the real GDP growth rates of countries over the past 10 years. The average real GDP growth rate was used to rank the countries. Yahoo Finance stated, “With an average real GDP growth of 6.1% over the past decade, Vietnam is among the countries with high economic growth. The agricultural sector plays a significant role in supporting the economy by contributing to the GDP as well as employment.” With an average real GDP growth rate of 6.1% over the past 10 years, Vietnam ranks among countries with high economic growth. Photo: VNA Vietnam achieved a record-high agro-forestry-fishery export value of US $53.22 billion in 2022, representing a 9.3% increase compared to the previous year. This resulted in a trade surplus of US $8.5 billion in the agricultural sector, accounting for over 75% of the total trade surplus, according to VietnamPlus . The article