vietexplorer0049

On October 9, the Dak Lak People’s Committee met with a delegation from CARE International in Vietnam to discuss the implementation of two projects, “She Thrives” and “She Feeds the World.” These projects aim to benefit over 3,000 women and a total of 6,000 people in ethnic minority areas. Vice Chairman of the Provincial People’s Committee, Nguyen Thien Van, praised CARE and its partners for their support in the development of Dak Lak. He expressed the need for continued cooperation and assistance from international organizations, sponsors, and NGOs to address the challenges faced by the province. The meeting concluded with hopes for future support from CARE and its partners to improve production value, modernize infrastructure, and adapt to climate change, as well as connect product consumption markets in a sustainable way to increase income for the people of Dak Lak. During the reception, Le Kim Dung, Director of CARE International in Vietnam, expressed her appreciation to ...

According to Tien Phong (Vanguard) newspaper, the cost of a standard meal provided to the team of eight athletes is VND800,000 (US$33). However, the meal consists exclusively of fried tofu, braised basa fish, fried spring rolls, boiled vegetables, and tomato soup. According to the athletes who spoke to Tien Phong, they often had to purchase additional food themselves to supplement the insufficient portions provided, in order to maintain their energy levels for training. Upon the receipt of their allowances, a portion of it had to be allocated to their coaches. Following the report, the SAV has initiated investigations to validate and obtain further clarification on the information provided in the news coverage. As part of this process, they conducted organized meetings with relevant agencies. After a meeting held on Tuesday, the officials of the Sports Administration of Viet Nam (SAV) have made an important announcement regarding the relocation of the national youth table tennis t...

According to SGGPO, a solemn event was organized in Rach Gia City, Kien Giang province, to mark the 155th death anniversary of the esteemed national hero, Nguyen Trung Truc. The ceremony took place on October 10-12, corresponding to the 26th – 28th days of the eighth month in the lunar calendar. This year’s commemoration is organized on a large scale to celebrate an event that has been officially recognized as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage. Nguyen Trung Truc (1839–1868) was a prominent figure in the anti-French colonial resistance movement in South Vietnam. He is well-known for his powerful statement, “Only when every blade of grass in Vietnam is uprooted will there be no Vietnamese left to fight against the aggressors.” Unfortunately, he was captured and executed by the French in Rach Gia at the young age of 30. Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Hoang Dao Cuong (second from left) awarded the certificate of national intangible cultural heritage “Nguye...

According to VNA, a joint exhibition in Hanoi is currently showcasing nearly 170 paintings and sculptures. The exhibition, which began on October 7, features a collection of unique watercolour paintings and sculptures created by Polish and Vietnamese artists. These artworks beautifully depict various landscapes, individuals, and cultures. “The Reunion of Colours 2” is a themed exhibition organized by the Hanoi Watercolour Artists Club. It is being held to celebrate the club’s first founding anniversary, with honorary patronage from the Embassy of Poland in Hanoi and the Vietnam Fine Arts Association. This vibrant exhibition showcases the rich and diverse paintings by 50 renowned artists from Poland and over 50 talented artists from Vietnam, and other international guest artists, depicting the mesmerizing beauty of both countries. Last year, The Reunion of Colours held its inaugural exhibition, showcasing the talents of nearly 20 artists and featuring over 80 artworks. ...

The event was organized by the Vietnam-France Friendship Association in Hanoi on September 23 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties and the 10th anniversary of the establishment of the bilateral strategic partnership. Vice President of the association, Nguyen Thai Dung, stated that the forum provided an opportunity for businesses to explore potential tourism in both Vietnam and France, as well as exchange tourism products. Obstacles to tourism development were also discussed, with the aim of helping the two countries develop policies to improve the situation and promote tourism cooperation, according to Dung. Le Ba Dung, Vice Chairman of the Hanoi Tourism Association, highlighted that Vietnam and Hanoi in particular have become a popular destination for French tourists. He suggested enhancing cooperation between travel partners and airlines to fully leverage the potential and advantages in this regard. Le Thuy Nhung, a representative from Vietravel...