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Cheerful attendees at the Hanoi Pride 2023 opening ceremony. With the theme “Generations of Pride,” this year’s Hanoi Pride encourages participants to reflect on and celebrate the important milestones of individuals and the LGBTQI+ community over the past decades. The opening ceremony was held at COMPLEX 01 in Hanoi on September 18, with the participation of diplomatic representatives, NGOs, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and young people from across the capital. Julien Guerrier, Ambassador-Designate of the European Union to Vietnam, at the event. In his opening remarks, Julien Guerrier, Ambassador-Designate of the European Union to Vietnam, expressed the EU’s support for equality and justice for the LGBTQI+ community in Vietnam. He emphasized the importance of providing access to services, opportunities, and the realization of dreams and aspirations for the community. Guerrier also highlighted the significance of events like Hanoi Pride 2023 in promoting ac...

The ceremony was attended by Vietnamese Ambassador to the UK Nguyen Hoang Long, United States Special Agent JP Labbat, US Special Agent Robert Mancene of Homeland Security Investigations (HIS), Tim Hemker, HSI representative of the US Embassy in the UK, along with UK detective Sophie Hayes. According to the official website of the US’ Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s mission (ICE), the US filed and settled a civil forfeiture action against US$12 million derived from the sale of stolen Southeast Asian antiquities by UK indicted antiquities dealer Douglas Latchford. “The settlement with Latchford’s estate, who died in 2020, resolves claims that he transferred proceeds from the sale of stolen antiquities to bank accounts in the Bailiwick of Jersey. As part of the settlement, Latchford’s estate has also agreed to the forfeiture of a seventh century bronze statue depicting the four-armed goddess Durga, which is alleged to have been stolen from Vietnam in 2008 and which Latchford al...

Vietnam News Today (Sep. 20) notable headlines Vietnam’s role in UN peacekeeping cooperation mechanisms highlighted Vietnamese Deputy PM meets with Cuban leaders Vietnamese economy remains resilient amid headwinds Hanoi renews tourism products to increase attractiveness Number of Vietnamese sellers on Amazon up by 80% Vietnam-Japan cooperation fruiting: expert PM visits leading tech firms in Silicon Valley Vietnam Socio-economic Forum 2023 opens PM Pham Minh Chinh receives politicians of San Francisco Photo: VOV Vietnam’s role in UN peacekeeping cooperation mechanisms highlighted Vietnam’s role and responsibility in multilateral and bilateral cooperation mechanisms on UN peacekeeping operations within the framework of the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting Plus (ADMM+) has made practical contributions to improving the overall effectiveness of ADMM+ member states’ participation in UN peacekeeping operations. The assessment was made by the Competency Evalua...

In the bustling streets of Hanoi, it is common to find rows of only one or two types of trees. However, a visit to the beautiful Hoan Kiem Lake is a different experience altogether. Here, visitors are greeted by a magnificent collection of trees, representing a diverse array of over a dozen species. Among these remarkable trees, some have earned the esteemed recognition as “heritage trees” owing to their age and incredible allure, making them truly irreplaceable. Two iconic phoenix trees on Le Thai To Street Two famous phoenix trees on Le Thai To Street form the romantic backdrop of Hoan Kiem Lake. Photo: Vietnam Tourism Discover the elegant charm of Dinh Tien Hoang Street, adorned with a picturesque stretch of ancient dragon plum trees extending from Hoa Phong Tower to the historic Hanoi Post Office. Enchantingly, the neighboring Dinh Le Street is also graced with these exquisite trees. During the months of March and April, these streets transform into a delightful sym...

After 10 sold out shows, VNOB’s musical “Les Miserable”s has made a great impact on the public as well as professionals. It won 14 awards in the National Music and Dance Festival 2021 in Hai Phong city. The musical is adapted from the novel of the same name by the great writer Victor Hugo. In order to keep the spirit of the classic, “Les Miserables” will be performed in English with Vietnamese subtitle on a LED screen. Performances of the musical will come under the baton of conductor Dong Quang Vinh. The familiar melody associated with the fate of the main characters will be performed by well-known Vietnamese artists such as Dao To Loan, Huy Duc, Trinh Thanh Binh, The Tung Lam, Anh Vu, Bui Thi Trang, Tran Trang and Huong Diep. The show will feature more than 150 artists, actors and crews. It will also have the participation of international choir Hanoi Voices and performers from various countries. The post Musical “Les Miserables” to return to Hanoi in late September appeared...

Cam Ly Church is about 5km from the center of Da Lat city (Lam Dong province), located on a hill on Nguyen Khuyen street (ward 5, Da Lat city). Photo: VTC.vn Cam Ly Church – is a spiritual sanctuary of the people of Da Lat city. This place was inspired by the name of the waterfall in Da Lat. It is also known as Son Cuoc Church. Photo: VTC.vn Cam Ly Church was built by a French priest named Marius Boutary. The church was started at the end of 1959. It was completed and put into operation in 1967. Photo: VTC.vn The architectural style of the church is inspired by the communal roof of the ethnic minorities in the Central Highlands. Photo: VTC.vn Right in front of the main gate of this church are two images of a tiger and a phoenix. The tiger symbolizes strength and the phoenix symbolizes wisdom. The Central Highlands people always feel safe thanks to the protection of these regal creatures. Photo: VTC.vn The roof is more than 17m h...

Cambodian Minister of Commerce Pan Sorasak speaks at press conference announcing the outcomes of AEM-54 and related meetings. Photo: VNA The Vietnamese delegation led by Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien contributed constructive ideas to strengthen economic cooperation among ASEAN member states and between them with their partners at the 54th ASEAN Economic Ministers’ Meeting (AEM-54) and related meetings in Cambodia, VNA reported. The delegation highlighted key issues that ASEAN countries need to focus on during negotiations to upgrade the ASEAN Trade in Goods Agreement (ATIGA), address non-tariff barriers in ASEAN countries and boost the implementation of trade facilitation measures to promote intra-bloc trade; while making proposals on economic cooperation orientations between ASEAN and its partners to ensure practical benefits for Vietnamese and ASEAN businesses, thus contributing to the post-pandemic economic recovery process. The delegation also sho...

Vietnam News Today (Sep. 20) notable headlines Vietnam elevates its role in UN after 45 years of membership Vietnamese fruits successfully enter challenging markets KOTRA to connect Vietnam , RoK business via trade event Vietnamese economy requires new momentum from business environment Charitable houses presented to poor households along Vietnam -Cambodia border Four great passes in Vietnam ’s northern mountainous region Top legislator stresses importance of macro-economic stability at socio-economic forum Measures suggested to boost labour market sustainability Hanoi to start Ring Road No. 4 project in June, 2023 Vietnam actively and responsibly engages in UN activities. Photo: VNA" style="max-width:100%; padding:0px; margin:0px;" title=" Vietnam actively and responsibly engages in UN activities. Photo: VNA"> Vietnam actively and responsibly engages in UN activities. Photo: VNA Vietnam elevates its role in UN after 45...

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