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Pakistan’s recent overtures to the BRICS bloc signal a strategic shift and a potential new avenue for the country’s foreign policy. The move can be seen as a preliminary step to garner support for its membership bid, which, if successful, could offer numerous benefits to the nation. Experts believe that joining BRICS would enable Pakistan to strengthen its ties with the existing members – Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. This would provide an opportunity to exert greater influence or present its case more assertively to Western nations, particularly when navigating geopolitical complexities. At the heart of Islamabad’s motivation lies a desire to compete with regional rivals and secure much-needed financial support. The country’s struggling economy could benefit from loans and investments, potentially revitalizing key sectors and fostering sustainable growth. The expansion of BRICS in 2023, with the inclusion of Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia, and the U...

That lat fish. Source: Internet The Mekong Delta Province of Ca Mau has been known as a “kingdom” of field fishes such as catfish and snakehead fish and that lat fish (also called thac lac fish in some places). Locals feel pride in these fish. The fish’s aromatic flavor has created many characteristic dishes, such as bone-removed fish grilled with chili and citronella. But the most famous far and wide is the grilled chopped fish and vermicelli soup topped with grilled or steamed chopped fish, and hotpot. Local Thai Thi Cat, 65, said Ca Mau people often process the fish by hand. But before that, the fresh fish should be carefully cleaned in cold water with light salt to reduce its fish smell. “It’s rather difficult to use a knife to remove all of the fish’s bones, but Ca Mau housewives have their experienced skills to do it,” Cat said, noting the fish meat is minced or ground and stuffed well then mixed with a little cooking oil, salt, broth mix and pepper powder and lef...

In the process of world integration, cultural diplomacy is one of the three pillars of Vietnam’s comprehensive diplomacy, alongside political and economic diplomacy. It is also an effective tool to enhance mutual understanding between peoples. Amandine Dabat, a 5th generation descendant of the King, who did a doctoral thesis on King Ham Nghi’s art career and is also the author of the book “Ham Nghi – Empereur en exil, artiste à Alger” (Ham Nghi – Emperor in exile, artist in Algeria) published in 2019 in France. Photo: VNA A lot of cultural exchange activities have been held in both Vietnam and France, contributing importantly to bringing the two countries’ people closer, VNA reported. Many activities were exhibited such as the exhibition of archaeological artifacts from the Thang Long Imperial Citadel in the ancient town of Provins, “Following Uncle Ho’s footsteps” in the port cities of Le Havre and Sainte-Adresse, “Re-discovering Vietnam” event in Paris, Vietnamese Ao D...

Ngo Hong Khiem is the principal of Hong Bang Elementary School in Rach Gia City under Kien Giang Province, located in the Mekong Delta region. For over four decades, he has worked part-time as an emcee for wedding parties and events in his local area to generate a fund for financially struggling students. He was given the ‘Outstanding Teacher’ title according to the national standard.  The fundraiser and seeker of supplies Based on Khiem’s account, he came from a poverty-stricken family and began supporting his parents as early as the age of 11. He started by selling fruits to pay for his own tuition fees and living costs.  “I am grateful to all the teachers here,” said Le Thi Thu Ba, grandmother of Tuong Vi – one of the benefactors of Khiem’s personal fund.  “Thanks to his support, my grandchild gets proper medical insurance to continue her schooling. I wish him the best of health so that he can help even more students.” Khiem’s teaching career started...