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During a recent conference to promote tourism cooperation between Hanoi and Lai Chau, Nguyen Tuan Anh, vice chairman of the UNESCO Hanoi Travel Club, pledged the establishment of alliances and collaboration to develop new products and connect the Hanoi-Lai Chau itinerary. Representing over 1,000 travel agencies nationwide, the club aims to foster stronger partnerships for the benefit of both destinations.  Cau May Glass Bridge in Lai Chau Province. Photos: Hoai Nam/The Hanoi Times During the conference, Tran Quang Khang, Deputy Director of the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Lai Chau Province, expressed his optimism about the partnership with Hanoi, stating that it will serve as a driving force for the province’s tourism industry to further enhance the development of high-quality products. According to him, Lai Chau is leveraging its abundant natural resources and the rich cultural heritage of its 20 ethnic groups to develop distinctive offerings that a...

Vilda, the former head coach of Spain’s national women’s soccer team, has been replaced by his assistant, Montse Tome. This decision comes after the suspension of RFEF President Luis Rubiales due to allegations of non-consensual behavior during the World Cup victory celebration. The new board formed after Rubiales’ suspension terminated Vilda’s contract without providing a reason for his dismissal. The RFEF thanked Vilda for his contributions to the growth of women’s football, highlighting Spain’s World Cup victory and high FIFA rankings. The controversy surrounding Rubiales has sparked a national debate on women’s rights and sexist behavior. Interim President Pedro Rocha issued an apology on behalf of the RFEF for Rubiales’ inappropriate conduct. Vilda had faced criticism from players last year who called for his resignation and better conditions for the women’s team. Despite these issues, Rubiales had initially praised Vilda and offered him a lucrative new contract. Currently, the to...

Nguyen Phuoc Hai Trung, deputy director of the Hue Monuments Conservation Center, emphasized that the festival is being held in the country for the first time. The event has attracted the participation of 116 photographers from throughout the region, including 97 international artists from countries such as Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Sri Lanka, as well as 19 artists from localities across the country. A variety of activities will take place during the festival, including a visit to explore Hue heritages, a volunteer day for children, and a seminar on “Future World Art Photo Trends”. Additionally, the event will feature a photo contest titled “Discovering Hue heritages”, sponsored by the Vietnam Association of Photographic Artists. The winning photos from the contest will be displayed at the exhibition and later presented to the Hue Monuments Conservation Center. The festival will continue until September 15. The post 2023 Hue International Ph...

The outstanding values of the archipelago, the nation’s first inter-provincial UNESCO-listed world heritage site, fully meet the stringent criteria set by the World Heritage Committee. . The Ha Long Bay – Cat Ba archipelago possesses 1,133 limestone islands which come in various shapes and sizes. These rocky islands are covered full of lush vegetation. The breathtaking scenic site is adorned with numberless majestic limestone towers, characterized by arches and caves. Hidden within the limestone towers are saltwater lakes. The archipelago is home to 4,910 species of rare plants and animals, and it houses the country’s largest maritime forest with an area stretching for more than 17,000 hectares. Among them, 198 species are on the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List of Threatened Species, including 51 endemic species. In particular, the Cat Ba Langur (Trachypithecus poliocephalus) is a rare species which features on the list of animals at highest ...

H.E Vuong Dinh Hue – The President of The National Assembly of Vietnam at The opening session of the 9th Global conference of young Parliamentarians – Excellencies the Leaders of the Party and State of Vietnam; – Mr. Duarte Pacheco – the President of the IPU; – Mr. Martin Chungong – the Secretary General of the IPU; – Mr. Dan Carden, the President of the IPU Young Parliamentarians Forum; – Distinguished guests; – Ladies and Gentlemen. I am honored to represent the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and extend a warm welcome to Mr. President and Mr. Secretary General of the IPU; the President of the IPU Young Parliamentarians Forum; the delegations of the Member Parliaments and the Observers; and the invited guests to the 9th Global Conference of Young Parliamentarians in Hanoi City – the city for peace, the thousand-year cultural capital of Vietnam. Vietnam proposed the initiative and is proud to be selected by the Inter-parliamentary Union (IPU) as the host country for ...

In Decision No. 980-QDNS/TW dated September 14, 2023, the Secretariat appointed Comrade Phan Anh Son, a Party Committee member, Party Committee Secretary, and President of the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations, to be the Secretary of the Party Union of the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations for the 2019-2024 tenure. Comrade Nguyen Quang Duong, a Member of the Party Central Committee and Deputy Head of the Central Organizing Committee, handed over the Decision to Comrade Phan Anh Son on behalf of the Secretariat’s Standing Committee – Head of the Central Organizing Committee. Comrade Nguyen Quang Duong, Member of the Party Central Committee and Deputy Head of the Central Organizing Committee, presents the Decision to Comrade Phan Anh Son (Photo: Thu Ha) Comrade Nguyen Quang Duong congratulated Comrade Phan Anh Son, praising him as an enthusiastic and brave officer who constantly seeks self-improvement. Comrade Phan Anh Son has held various positions in diff...

At the closing session (Photo: Organizing Committee) The following is the full statement CONFERENCE STATEMENT On “The role of youth in accelerating the achievement of the SDGs through digital transformation and innovation” at the Ninth IPU Global Conference of Young Parliamentarians on 14 – 17 September 2023 in Hanoi, Vietnam We, over 200 young parliamentarians, came together at the Ninth Global Conference of Young Parliamentarians on 14 – 17 September 2023 in Hanoi, Vietnam to affirm our commitment to accelerating the achievement of the SDGs, especially through digital transformation and innovation. Our average age was 37.8 years and approximately 37% of us were women MPs. Representatives from global and regional organizations, youth groups, start-ups, academia, and influential leaders of IPU and Vietnam. We are delighted that the Conference coincided with the United Nations’ International Day for Democracy on 15 September. Our meeting in Vietnam marked the 8th annive...

Several popular Korean stars, including Donghae and Eunhyuk from Super Junior, former GOT7 member BamBam, Epik High, Ailee, Lee Jong Suk, and Suho from Exo, have been making appearances in various countries in Southeast Asia, including Vietnam. In Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnamese music lovers recently had the opportunity to attend a fancon featuring Donghae and Eunhyuk, which was a combination of a fan-meeting and concert. This event marked the beginning of their tour, which also includes stops in Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia. Additionally, Korean music star Ailee is set to perform at the Korean Food Festival 2023 in Hanoi on September 9-10, while EXO’s Suho will return to Vietnam on September 26 to perform at the Adex Kpop Super Concert in Ho Chi Minh City. Epik High, known as South Korea’s leading hip-hop group, will also be attending the HAY Glamping Music Festival in Hanoi on September 29-30. The popularity of Korean pop culture, also known as Hallyu, continues to thrive in Vietna...