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Written and directed by Duong Dieu Linh, “The Housewife’s Voodoo” takes us on a journey into the life of a Hanoi-based housewife who turns to voodoo in a desperate attempt to rekindle her husband’s love, only to unintentionally invite a mysterious entity into their home. With a unique blend of magical realism and a quirky sense of humor, the film delves into the universal themes of womanhood, family dynamics, and cultural traditions. It offers a fresh and captivating perspective on the challenges and aspirations of middle-aged women, a theme that Linh has explored in her award-winning short film series, including “A Trip to Heaven,” “Sweet, Salty,” and “Mother, Daughter, Dreams.” Linh’s feature film debut is set to premiere at the prestigious Venice Film Festival, the world’s oldest and one of the most renowned film festivals, alongside other prestigious events such as the Big Three European Film Festivals, the Toronto Film Festival, and Sundance Film Festival. These festivals are...

The Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco in Vietnam held a reception in Hanoi on July 31 to celebrate the 24th anniversary of the enthronement of King Mohammed VI (July 30, 1999-2023) and the 62nd anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Morocco (March 27, 1961-2023). The ceremony was attended by Moroccan Ambassador to Vietnam Jamale Chouaibi, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam Ha Kim Ngoc, Nguyen Phuong Nga, President of the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO), Saadi Salama, Ambassador of the State of Palestine and Dean of the Diplomatic Corps, as well as ambassadors and representatives of international organizations. Moroccan Ambassador to Vietnam Jamale Chouaibi speaks at the ceremony. Source: Moroccan embassy in Vietnam In his opening speech, Ambassador Jamale Chouaibi emphasized that under the wise leadership of King Mohammed VI, Morocco has achieved significant accomplishments in many fields, contributing ...

In a recent interview, Singaporean Ambassador to Vietnam Jaya Ratnam highlighted three areas where the two countries have made significant progress in their 50 years of diplomatic relations. Fruitful results of continuing the close relationship between predecessors Vietnam, Singapore Pushes for Deeper Cooperation in Innovation Strategy and Economic Sustainability “Firstly, the leaders of the two countries always trust each other, continuing the close relationship of their predecessors. Second, both countries prioritize economic development. One of the most important cooperation projects is the Vietnam – Singapore Industrial Park (VSIP). Third, our two countries agree to build a peaceful and prosperous Southeast Asia within the framework of ASEAN. In Southeast Asia, Vietnam, and Singapore share common views on many issues, recognizing the importance of multilateralism and international law. We are jointly committed to upholding the central role of ASEAN and united in uph...

The exhibition titled “Stroll through the Lacquer Land” will be held in Hanoi, showcasing nearly 30 works by 10 renowned lacquer artists. This unique exhibition, featuring a variety of artistic perspectives, will take place from August 2 to 8 at the Vietnam Fine Arts Museum, located at 66 Nguyen Thai Hoc, Hanoi. One of the highlighted artists in the exhibition is Painter Phan Cam Thuong, who described his lacquer technique as reminiscent of the ancient Buddha statues. According to him, the drying process of ancient lacquer may be time-consuming, but it results in a transparent and water-like effect. He emphasized that lacquer is not just a material, but a way of drawing, and the material itself holds little significance in the creation of artworks. Another notable artist featured in the exhibition is Painter Ly Truc Son, who discovered his talent for painting at a young age of 12. Known as the leading painter of contemporary lacquer art, Son founded the “Son Ta” (Wax Tree) group and ...

The Vietnam-US Society promotes people-to-people diplomacy in the new situation. Photo: QT According to Ambassador Pham Quang Vinh, the past ten years have witnessed the strongest, most profound, and substantive development period in the relationship between Vietnam and the US since the establishment of diplomatic relations 28 years ago. This development is reflected in several key points: Firstly, there have been continuous high-level visits during the past decade, including the first visit of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong to the US, which deepened the cooperation between the two countries based on the expanded comprehensive partnership. This visit also strengthened the principles of bilateral relations, emphasizing mutual respect for independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity, and political institutions. Secondly, economic, trade, and investment cooperation between Vietnam and the US has thrived over the past ten years, aligning with the interests of both co...

Non Nuoc , also known as Duc Thuy Son, is a mountain located in a key position in Ninh Binh . It stands out over an area encompassing the Day River, Van River, Highway 10, and many important roads. The breathtaking view of Non Nuoc Mountain from above. Photo: Daidoanket The mountain reaches a height of over 100 meters, and visitors must climb 72 stone steps to reach its peak. From there, they can enjoy the awe-inspiring natural landscapes of mountains, trees, and forests. The mountain peak is relatively flat, adorned with green trees that create a refreshing ambiance for tourists to relax under after their arduous climb. Non Nuoc Mountain is known as the “Mountain of Poetry” in Vietnam, as it houses a stone book containing numerous remarkable poems by renowned authors throughout history, such as Tran Anh Tong, Pham Su Manh, Truong Han Sieu, Nguyen Trai, Le Thanh Tong, Cao Ba Quat, Nguyen Khuyen, and many more. The poems are intricately carved on stone slabs along the mountain....

Trung Vuong University organized the program “Experience Korean Culture” with the goal of helping young students to have closer contact with Korean culture. This is also a meaningful activity to help nearly 40 students who want to apply to the Faculty of Korean Language and Culture better understand their future major. Trung Vuong University organized the program “Experience Korean Culture” with the goal of helping young students to have closer contact with Korean culture. Photo: Trung Vuong University Many students showed up early, excitedly preparing to participate in the program. Not only the presence of students but there were also little children who wanted to come and play. The Organizing Committee has prepared traditional Korean Hanbok. Students had a chance to learn how to wear the costume and its origin, materials, and other facts of it. Combined with the process of learning about Hanbok, students were taught the typical Korean art of paper folding (jongi jeopgi). ...

The Vietnamese team at the 12th World Inventory Creativity Olympic (WICO 2023) in South Korea impressed with their innovative scientific research projects. These projects are practical, creative, and highly applicable, aligning with the criteria of WICO. All three teams of eight junior high school Vietnamese students from Giang Vo Junior High School (Hanoi) won gold medals. (Photo: VNS) Vietnam has achieved remarkable success at WICO 2023, winning 1 Championship trophy for the best team, 7 Gold Medals, and 7 Special Awards presented by the World Intellectual Property and Invention Association (WIIPA). This year, one of the Vietnamese teams won the Championship trophy for the first time. In the first group, Le Tam Trang, Dang Duc Luong, and Nguyen Minh Tuan were awarded the Grand Prix Award, the highest prize of the competition. Their project titled “Research on a model of heavy metal-contaminated water treatment using filter materials combined with microorganisms in the ...

The 9th International Day of Yoga, which took place on July 29, was held for the first time in the central province of Quang Binh, according to a report by VNA. Speaking at the launch ceremony, Nguyen Thi Bich Thuy, Director of the provincial Department of Culture and Sports, highlighted that the province is currently host to more than 40 yoga clubs. The event provided an opportunity for local residents to learn more about yoga and the Indian culture. It also aimed to promote Quang Binh’s fitness and sports movement and showcase its potential and strengths to India. This event was significant for fostering cultural exchange and friendship between the two countries. International Day of Yoga celebrated at Bao Ninh beach square in Quang Binh province with over 300 yoga enthusiasts, including provincial officials. Roshan Lepcha, Political and Information Counsellor at the Embassy of India, spoke highly of Vietnam’s role as a co-sponsor of the United Nations resolution that...

For tourists seeking a tranquil and pristine destination to spend their summer holiday, Ninh Binh is an ideal choice. This province offers stunning natural beauty and the opportunity to experience the golden ripening rice season in Tam Coc. Photo: Vietnambooking Ninh Binh is home to many beautiful landscapes, but Tam Coc – Bich Dong is the most suitable destination during the rice season. Often referred to as “Halong Bay on land,” Tam Coc – Bich Dong in Ninh Binh is a popular tourist spot for both domestic and international travelers. It boasts impressive cave formations, rocky mountains, and picturesque views of the sky and hills. Photo: Dan Viet Tam Coc consists of three caves: Ca Cave, Hai Cave, and Ba Cave. These unique caves were formed along the Ngo Dong River and showcase different features. Visitors can listen to the legends and histories of the caves from local ferrymen or tour guides. About 2km from Tam Coc is Bich Dong, another magnificent cave that...

The Korean Cultural Centre in Vietnam is offering various activities for participants to engage in Korean culture. On July 28, there will be a workshop where participants can create crafts from Korean traditional Hanji paper. On August 4, participants can listen to Korean children’s stories and create Korean Minhwa painting. Additionally, on August 12, there will be an opportunity to make masks and experience Korean traditional mask dancing. All activities will take place at the National Library of Vietnam, located at 31 Trang Thi street in Hanoi. These activities are free of charge. In 2017, the International Cultural Foundation (ICF) of the Republic of Korea opened the children cultural library at the National Library of Vietnam, providing a space for cultural exchanges and book readings to help children understand more about Korean culture. The post Experience Korean Culture at Vietnam National Library’s Weekend Events appeared first on Vietexplorer.com .

The inaugural art exhibition of Vietnam in Mongolia, named “Scent of the South Wind – Vietnamese Contemporary Paintings,” is currently on display at the Mongol Art Gallery in Ulaanbaatar, the capital city of Mongolia. The exhibition will be open to the general public until August 2nd. The exhibition helps introduce Vietnamese contemporary art to Mongolian audiences. Photo: Embassy of Vietnam in Mongolia The exhibition showcases a collection of 50 paintings and prints by 16 talented Vietnamese artists hailing from the major cities of Hanoi, Haiphong, and Ho Chi Minh City. Additionally, two paintings by a Mongolian volunteer artist are also featured in the exhibition. The Vietnamese Ambassador to Mongolia, Doan Khanh Tam, has stated that the purpose of this cultural event is to commemorate the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Mongolia (1954-2024). “The exhibition serves as a valuable platform to foster mutual understanding and strengthen bilat...