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Hot air balloons will be launched on September 2 and 3 on Nguyen Thien Thanh street in Thu Thiem New Urban Area in Thu Duc city. Nguyen Hue pedestrian street in District 1 will host lion and dragon performances, drum festivals, as well as martial art performances of Vovinam, Wushu, Traditional Martial Arts, and Taekwondo. To celebrate the 78th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day, fireworks will light up the sky of HCM City on September 2. Fireworks will be displayed at high altitudes at Saigon River tunnel and low altitudes at Dam Sen Cultural Park from 9 pm to 9:15 pm. At Dam Sen Cultural Park, visitors can enjoy outdoor performances of martial arts, human chess, folk street music, circus shows, and puppet shows. Birthday celebrants on September 2 will receive a package ticket, while those with birthdays in September will be offered free entrance tickets or 50% off package tickets. Suoi Tien Theme Park in Thu Duc city offers water games, a visit to the Hung Ki...

HAUFO President Nguyen Ngoc Ky emphasized the importance of regional cooperation, friendship, and connectivity within the ASEAN framework in Vietnam’s foreign policy of diversification and multilateralization of relations. He stated that the Vietnamese Government and people are committed to contributing to a more cohesive and stronger ASEAN by promoting bilateral and multilateral cooperation and friendship among member countries. Denny Abdi, Ambassador of Indonesia – ASEAN Chair 2023, highlighted the harmonious environment in which ASEAN citizens live and the 50% increase in foreign investment in the group over the past decade, indicating the stability of the member countries’ political environment. He stressed the key role of raising public awareness of ASEAN cultural identities and promoting intra-block solidarity in the context of cultural diversity in building the ASEAN Community. The program featured songs and dances that showcased the beauty of the ASEAN countries’ land, peop...

The event was organized by the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organisations (VUFO)’s representative office in the southern region, in collaboration with the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union’s chapter in HCM City, the Vietnam-ASEAN Friendship Association in HCM City, and Thailand’s Consulate General in the city. The program was held to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Vietnam-Thailand strategic partnership (2003-2023), according to Tran Hoang Khanh Van, deputy head of VUFO’s southern region office. He emphasized the strong relations between the two countries in various sectors, including politics, defense-security, economy, trade, culture, and education, and highlighted the importance of people-to-people exchange in fostering their friendship. The event featured traditional art performances from both Thailand and Vietnam. The post Promoting Vietnam-Thailand Friendship Through Cultural Exchange appeared first on Vietexplorer.com .

The plastic exchange program was held at Dong Ba Elementary School on Phan Dang Luu Street in Ward 7 as part of the second ‘Joining Hands to Build a Better Community Day 2023.’ Despite its small scale, the exchange event brought happiness to residents and had a positive impact on the environment. The ‘Swapping Recycling Trash for Gifts and Plants’ program takes place at Dong Ba Elementary School in Ward 7, Phu Nhuan District, Ho Chi Minh City. During the exchange event, the organizer distributed 108 gift sets, 160 scholarships, and a laptop worth VND100 million (US$4,162) to students and disadvantaged households in the ward. In addition, the program featured a zero-dong ao dai (Vietnamese traditional costume) stall, a ‘Sharing Love’ booth, a free haircut service stand, and a booth for traffic rule consulting services. The plastic exchange event aimed to promote trash classification and reduce the use of single-use plastic bags. Nguyen Huynh Hai Dang, chairwoman of the Ward 7 Peo...

The upcoming event aims to showcase and celebrate the culinary profession, coinciding with World Chef’s Day on October 20. Additionally, the event seeks to set a national record for the culinary map of the country. With over 100 booths showcasing regional dishes, food demonstrations, and a music program, attendees will have the opportunity to experience a diverse range of local cuisine. Renowned chefs from five-star hotels and skilled artisans from Ho Chi Minh City and various localities across Vietnam will be offering their specialties. During a press conference held on August 29 to announce the event, Nguyen Thi Khanh, president of the Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Association, highlighted the growing popularity of Vietnamese cuisine among international audiences. According to her, Vietnamese dishes have gained recognition through their participation in international culinary competitions, thereby elevating the image of Vietnamese cuisine on the global culinary stage. The festival is...

While Vietnam has world-renowned attractions like Ha Long Bay, its hidden gems are worth visiting to learn more about the authentic side of the country, according to The Travel. Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park The Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its limestone plateaux, tropical forests, and diverse geology. The park offers stunning natural phenomena, including numerous caves and underground rivers. The gorgeous scenery of Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park. Photo: Vietnam Discovery Travel Con Dao Located off the southern coast of Vietnam, Con Dao is a beautiful archipelago known for its pristine beaches and excellent snorkeling opportunities. The Con Dao National Park covers a significant portion of the island. Photo: Vietnam Tourism Board Lan Ha Bay Lan Ha Bay is located to the south of Halong Bay and offers equally breathtaking karst islands and limestone outcrops. The bay is known for its pristine white-sand beaches, which are n...

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and leaders of ASEAN member states attended a retreat on global and regional issues on September 5, as part of the ongoing 43rd ASEAN Summit in Jakarta, Indonesia. During the event, PM Chinh emphasized the importance of maintaining ASEAN’s central role amid intense competition among major nations. He highlighted the need for internal unity, independence, self-reliance, and respect for the rule of law within ASEAN. ASEAN must maintain a strategic balance with major countries and become a reliable bridge to regulate and balance relationships and interests. The bloc should also uphold its principled stance on issues related to regional security and development. PM Chinh stressed the need for unity in ASEAN’s common stance on the East Sea (South China Sea) and urged partners to respect this stance. He emphasized the importance of self-restraint, peaceful dispute settlement, respect for international law, and the UNCLOS. Regarding the situation in Myan...