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THE HANOI TIMES — Vietnam’s two largest urban centers, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, have embarked on an ambitious initiative to enhance air quality, targeting a significant improvement over the next five years. This forms part of a broader strategy to combat pollution in the country’s major metropolitan hubs. Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has issued this directive, following Notice No. 153/TB-VPCP dated April 4, which outlined urgent and comprehensive measures to address urban air pollution. The Deputy Prime Minister has urged Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to promptly conduct an extensive inventory of emission sources and assess their current air quality status. Hanoi employs a range of strategies to combat air pollution and enhance air quality. Photo: Economic & Urban Newspaper Both cities are mandated to formulate five-year and annual action plans, incorporating clear targets and emission quotas for specific sectors. As outlined in the directive, these plans will unde...

Nestled within a serene tropical paradise, Six Senses Con Dao presents a unique family vacation filled with memorable moments that bring you closer together.  The gentle lapping of waves sets the pace for unforgettable experiences, complemented by lush jungle trails that beckon you to explore and uncover hidden gems. Embark on thrilling ocean adventures, rejuvenate with immersive wellness experiences, and delve into the island’s rich cultural heritage. Whether you seek shared thrills or quiet introspection, Six Senses Con Dao offers magical moments for all generations to cherish. The Earth Lab, a sanctuary of sustainability and innovation at Six Senses Con Dao td> An Idyllic Family Getaway  Exclusively designed for families seeking a secluded retreat, Six Senses Con Dao offers a sanctuary of privacy and tranquility amidst nature’s embrace. Spacious villas, inspired by traditional Vietnamese fishing villages, boast private infinity pools and breathtaking oce...

The JOOLA 2025 Pickleball Legends Tour across Asia is an exciting sporting event that will bring together some of the biggest names in pickleball and tennis. As part of this tour, Vietnam will play host to renowned athletes, including Agassi, Ben Johns, Ana Bright, Tyson McGuffin, Brooker Buckner, Chao Yi (Zoey) Wang, and tennis legend, Agassi. From Wednesday to Saturday, these stars will be touring Vietnam and China, sharing their passion for pickleball with enthusiasts in both countries. Agassi, a name synonymous with tennis excellence, expressed his enthusiasm for the tour, stating that he couldn’t pass up the opportunity to connect with the community in China and Vietnam and spread the joy of pickleball. Agassi’s illustrious tennis career spanned three decades, starting in 1986. During this time, he climbed to the pinnacle of the ATP rankings, amassed eight Grand Slam titles, and stood atop the Olympic podium with a gold medal in 1996. Now, at 54, he continues to leave his mark o...

Con Chim  or Bird Islet is a renowned community-based tourist destination in Tra Vinh Province, Vietnam, with a model of adhering to nature, environmental protection, and cultural preservation while still drawing visitors in with its rustic, gentle, and bold features of the countryside.   Con Chim  is a lush haven in the serene Co Chien River, where the wind blows cool all year round and the air is exceptionally fresh.   As soon as visitors step foot on  Con Chim,  they can hear birds chirping somewhere in mangrove trees and swallows singing in the open sky.   Visitors appear to be lost in tranquility after passing through the hamlet’s natural material-decorated gate.   A poetry hamlet comes into view. The eye stretches with the shrimp squares or the vast green ricefields if you follow the narrow paths lined with flowers or through the shaded coconut groves.   The trip will be more interesting if visitors engage in various activities li...

TikTok criticized for six major flaws: MIC  TikTok app on Google Store. Photo: AFP/VNA The Minister of Information and Communications on April 6 said that TikTok has no tools to prevent the spread of fake news and toxic content and the sales of counterfeits (drugs and supplementary products) that may harm the State, society and people, especially children. The platform has also facilitated negative trends and individuals to draw the attention of the young generations. Whilst, TikTok has violated the rules on the protection of individual identity and information. The ministry will inspect TikTok’s Vietnam-based operations. The mass social network has committed to working with the authorities and updating its community standards by April 21. B oy saved from being stuck in the 20-storey height A 10-year-old boy was successfully extracted from being stuck on the 20 th floor of an apartment building in Hanoi’s Hai Ba Trung District late April 6. He was spotted by res...

The Vietnam Women’s Union in South Korea will host a Vietnam-South Korea cultural exchange event on May 7 to promote Vietnamese culture and strengthen bilateral ties. Hanoi hosts the Vietnam-South Korea Cultural Exchange in 2022. Photo: The Hanoi Times The event is part of activities in celebration of the 31st anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and South Korea. The program covers a wide range of activities, including a fashion show hosted by the Sen Viet Club, a Vietnamese-South Korean singing competition, and a performance of traditional musical instruments. Participants can also enjoy traditional Vietnamese folk games such as shuttlecock competition, cheraw dance, and charity activities. Vietnamese regional specialties will also be offered at the event, as well as the conical hat drawing and the lucky draw for souvenirs. The program is expected to be a fulfilling and enjoyable event for the Vietnamese community in Korea. The previous event was or...

The Me Linh Flower Festival will be held in Hanoi every November to showcase regional delicacies and goods that have received high ratings from the One Commune One Product (OCOP) initiative, boosting farmers’ incomes and drawing tourists.  Miss Tourism World 2022 contestants visit and check in at the Flower Festival 2022 at Me Linh Village. Photo: Pham Hung/The Hanoi Times The news was released by Director of the Hanoi Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Nguyen Xuan Dai at a meeting with officials from Me Linh District to discuss agricultural productivity. The last flower festival, themed “Me Linh’s Brilliant Flowers” was a success, attracting large crowds by showcasing and promoting flowers of all kinds, ornamental plants, OCOP goods, and handicraft villages. According to him, Me Linh District is the leading producer of vegetables and flowers in the city. There has been an increase in the value of agricultural products, which has h...

Hanoi’s Old Quarter, covering an area of 82 hectares including 10 wards of Hoan Kiem District, is the treasure trove of the city’s and country’s culture, history and architecture. However, the development requirements of a modern city pose significant challenges to those values. Preserving priceless values Hanoi’s Old Quarter is an interesting place that maintains various beauties of the thousand-year-old capital of Vietnam. File photo  The Old Quarter, which is adjacent to Hoan Kiem Lake, is made up of 79 streets and is bounded by Hang Dau Street in the north, Phung Hung Street in the west, Tran Quang Khai and Tran Nhat Duat Streets in the east, and the streets of Hang Bong, Hang Gai, Cau Go and Hang Thung in the south. Some 121 temples, pagodas, and shrines can be found in the quarter, along with numerous historic houses, including more than 200 of special value. The old neighborhood has slowly changed in look due to variables like weather, urbanization,...

The 30-metre-high tree is noted for its large, thick foliage which brings cool air to villagers. The flowers consist of white and yellow petals and are widely known by their Vietnamese names as Bach Hoa and Man Man. The tree can be seen in full bloom between March and April each year. This species is often planted in Quang Nam, Ninh Thuan, and Thua Thien-Hue provinces, but is rarely seen in Hanoi. These flowers are most commonly found in Ha Dong and Dong Da districts of the capital. The tree’s charming beauty creates a peaceful state of mind for onlookers to enjoy. Visitors are able to enjoy the pleasant aroma coming from the flowers. Indeed, when they start to bloom, the pistils appear similar to noodles. Locals snap photos of the magnificent flower as it enters the rare blossoming period. The post Stunning beauty of 300-year-old Hoa Bun tree in Hanoi appeared first on Vietexplorer.com . View more ...