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The “K-pop Songs I Love” singing contest, hosted by the Korea Creative Content Agency Vietnam Office (KOCCA Vietnam), concluded with a spectacular final show at Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square in the vibrant city of Hanoi on September 23rd. Young music lovers throng Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square for the concert. Hong Jeong Yong, the Chief Representative of KOCCA Vietnam and head of the organizing committee, expressed his optimism for the program. KOCCA Vietnam aims to provide a platform for Vietnamese youth to showcase their passion for K-pop. According to him, the program is expected to perpetually reaffirm Vietnamese people’s preference for K-pop and Korean culture in general. Moreover, it aims to further encourage Vietnamese-Korean cultural exchanges. Hundreds of thousands of K-pop enthusiasts in Vietnam have embraced the captivating melodies of South Korean popular music. The streets of Vietnam resonate with the sounds of renowned Korean music groups like BTS, Blackpink,...

The General Department of Customs has reported that Vietnam is one of the largest rubber suppliers to Japan. In the first eight months of this year, Vietnamese rubber exports to Japan reached 5.470 tonnes worth $8.98 million, experiencing a decrease of 10.4% in volume and 27.6% in value compared to the same period last year. The average export price of rubber to the Japanese market stood at $1,565 per tonne, down 19.2% from last year. Natural rubber is the primary product exported to Japan, with SVR CV60 accounting for the largest portion at 39.89%, followed by SVR 3L at 36.68% and SVR 10 at 13.22%. However, due to difficulties faced since the beginning of the year, both the quantity and value of rubber exports to Japan have declined. The Covid-19 pandemic has also posed challenges to Vietnam’s rubber industry in terms of competitiveness. The Chairman of the Vietnam Rubber Association (VRA), Tran Ngoc Thuan, has emphasized that the competition in the natural rubber market is ...

In the Central and South Central regions, the weather forecast predicts showers thunderstorms, and heavy rain with rainfall ranging from 20 – 40 mm, and in some places over 70 mm. During thunderstorms, there is a possibility of tornadoes, lightning, and strong winds. Localized heavy rain is likely to cause flooding in low-lying areas and the risk of flash floods and landslides in mountainous areas. Vietnam’s weather forecast in different regions Northwest region: Cloudy and sunny, and some places are hot. In the evening and at night, there will be showers and thunderstorms locally. During thunderstorms, there is a possibility of tornadoes, lightning, and strong winds. North East region: Cloudy and sunny during the day. In the evening and at night there will be showers and thunderstorms in some places. Southeast wind level 2-3. During thunderstorms, there is a possibility of tornadoes, lightning, and strong winds. The lowest temperature is from 24 – 27 Celcius degrees, in some mo...

The AMRI Vision Statement ASEAN 2035 highlighted the vital role of media in promoting ASEAN’s resilience and adaptation, as reported by Viet Times. Vietnam’s Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Thanh Lam (left) at a press conference on September 23 (Photo: Tran Ngoc). “Ministers strongly affirmed the role of information and communications in the new era as information transforms into knowledge and lifelong education, while digital awareness improves among ASEAN citizens,” stated Vietnam’s Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Thanh Lam at a press conference on September 23. Ministers also called for regional cooperation with all relevant stakeholders, including ASEAN Dialogue Partners, academic institutions, and private sectors, to promote the social responsibility of cross-border digital media platforms, as reported by Vietnam News. The whole-of-ASEAN approach will benefit capacity building for media professionals, digital litera...

During the 2018 – 2023 term, the Vietnam – Australia Friendship Association of Can Tho City has focused on being proactive, flexible, creative, and effective. The Association has achieved significant results in strengthening the friendship and multifaceted cooperation between Can Tho city and Australia, thereby contributing to the development of Vietnam – Australia friendship. On September 22, the Vietnam – Australia Friendship Association of Can Tho city (Association) organized a Congress for the 2023 – 2028 term. The Association has collaborated with the Union of Friendship Organizations of Can Tho city to implement two projects worth nearly VND 1.4 billion. These projects include the construction of an irrigation canal bridge in Thoi Dong commune, Co Do district, Can Tho city, sponsored by the Australian Consulate General through the Direct Aid Program (DAP) with a value of over VND 360 million, and the construction of the “Dream Space” music room and the launch of the...

Vietnam is proud to be one of the trailblazers in Southeast Asia for legalizing same-sex marriage and recognizing transgender rights in 2015. This progressive stance by the government has not only showcased its openness but has also made Vietnam an attractive market for the vibrant and diverse LGBT community. Vietnam has always been friendly to the LGBTIQ+ community. Everyone should be free to be themselves, no matter who they are, where they live, and who they love. Photo: Adrian Anh Tuấn As part of our commitment to making travel accessible for everyone, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, and in celebration of Pride 2023, Booking.com is highlighting four LGBTQ+-friendly destinations in Vietnam. From bustling capital cities to breathtaking beach retreats, these havens welcome and encourage LGBTQ+ travelers to express themselves freely and authentically. Cam Ranh Nestled in a picturesque bay, Cam Ranh is poised to become southern Vietnam’s pre...

Supporters and Friends of Project RENEW gathered for a fundraising reception on September 21 (local time) in Washington, D.C. for the first time since Covid-19 outbreak. The event was aimed at raising funds so that project RENEW’s life-saving interventions can be expanded from Quang Tri to Quang Ngai Province — continuing RENEW’s mission to make Vietnamese children and adults safe from bombs and mines. Vietnam " style="max-width:100%; padding:0px; margin:0px;" title="American Friends Raise Funds to Mine Clearing Activities in Vietnam "> Chuck Searcy, Co-founder of and International Advisor to Project RENEW, Director of Friends of Project RENEW, speaks at the fundraiser. Source: RENEW An event held by the “Restoring the Environment and Neutralising the Effects of the War” (RENEW) project in Washington D.C. completed its target of raising USD 100,000 for mine clearing activities in Vietnam ’s central province of Quang Ngai, VNA reported Friday....

Da Lat city (Lam Dong) is famously known as the land of flowers. Precious petals can grow and bloom everywhere from parks, and gardens to roads and even in deep forests. Each flower season has a nuance, a separate story to tell its tourists. Among the myriad of different flowers, mimosa also has its own place not only in the hearts of locals in Da Lat but also with tourists. When tourists come to Da Lat in the early winter days, at this time the rains have stopped, they will have the opportunity to admire the golden mimosa flowers spread all over the streets of this mountain town. They will not help but be amazed by the beautiful little flower clusters. Photo: Plo.vn Mimosa’s scientific name is Acacia Podalyriaefolia Cunn Mimosaceae. Mimosa is a wild plant that often grows in forests or along roadsides. Mimosa is considered by flower lovers as a flower that symbolizes austerity and suffering. Mimosa has slightly rounded oval leaves, about 2cm long, with a distinctive br...

Located about 45 km south of Quang Ngai city, Sa Huynh cultural relic complex (Duc Pho town) is close to the National Highway 1 and North-South railway. Quang Ngai Provincial People’s Committee is about to propose Sa Huynh culture as a special national relic. Photo: zing.vn. Sa Huynh cultural relic complex consists of 5 sites, spread over an area of 480 hectares with famous landscapes such as An Khe lagoon, Phu Khuong, Long Thanh, Thanh Duc, Go Co ancient village, etc. They stretch continuously in the lagoon, sea and sand dunes of Sa Huynh. Photo: zing.vn. An Khe freshwater lagoon is considered the heart of Sa Huynh cultural relic. In 1909, a French archaeologist named M.Vinet, first discovered about 200 tombstones on the coast of Sa Huynh, near the ancient village of Go Co. That archaeological site is called Dépot à Jarres Sa Huynh (Kho chum Sa Huynh). Photo: zing.vn. “When riding a boat to explore An Khe lagoon, I feel that the nature is very peac...

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