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THE HANOI TIMES — In celebration of the International Day of Francophonie 2025, the Swiss Embassy is proud to present the musical program, “Connecting Bridges,” featuring the renowned Swiss artist duo and couple, Sophie de Quay and Simon Jaccard, right here in Hanoi. As part of their tour, which includes stops in Hong Kong (China), Macau (China), Myanmar, and Laos, Sophie and Simon will be gracing Hanoi with their exceptional talent and captivating performances. The dynamic and talented Swiss duo, Sophie de Quay and Simon Jaccard. Photo: Laura Gilli On March 27, the pair will host a special workshop for students at the Vietnam National Academy of Music, sharing their expertise and inspiring the next generation of musical artists. The following evening, they will take center stage at the opening ceremony of the French Gastronomy Festival & Francophone 2025 (Balade en France et en Francophonie) , kicking off the festivities with their unique brand of music. Later, Sophie and ...

The highly anticipated AFC 37 Ho Tram Showdown MMA Tournament kicks off the 2025 Angel’s Fighting Championship (AFC) season on March 22nd at The Grand Ho Tram Strip resort in Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province, southern Vietnam. This thrilling event, organized by Cocky Buffalo, a renowned martial arts training company, in collaboration with AFC, the Department of Culture and Sports of Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province, and The Grand Ho Tram Strip, will be exclusively broadcast on VTVcab for fight fans across the nation. A total of seven intense matches will be featured, showcasing the skills of 14 elite fighters from around the globe. Representing their respective countries, these warriors will step into the ring, leaving everything on the line. In the 65.8kg weight class, Vietnam’s own Quang Van Minh, known for his devastating Muay Thai techniques, will go head-to-head with South Korea’s Park Yeong Jun. Minh’s previous performance, a knockout of German fighter Mirko Maurice Horn at LION Championship ...

Tucked away in an unassuming alley on Duong Ba Trac Street is a vibrant food market that comes to life during the holy month of Ramadan. This hidden gem, located in alley 157, welcomes locals and visitors alike to embark on a culinary journey through the rich and diverse flavors of Muslim cuisine. As you step into the market, you’ll instantly feel a sense of community and hospitality. The air is filled with the enticing aromas of freshly prepared dishes, captivating your senses and inviting you to explore. This annual event has become a cherished tradition, drawing crowds eager to immerse themselves in a unique cultural experience. Hanampệh, a traditional Muslim cake with a twist. Filled with dried shrimp, jicama, and wood ear mushrooms, it resembles the popular Vietnamese sizzling crepes, but with a unique flavor profile. Photo: Nguyen Hoang Tuan / Tuoi Tre Ramadan, the ninth month of the Muslim calendar, is a sacred time for the community. This year, it commenced on Febru...

The event was organized by the Vietnamese Student Association in the UK (SVUK) and the community of Vietnamese professionals in the UK (VietPro) to introduce Vietnamese artistic talents and build and develop a community of Vietnamese art lovers. It also helped promote Vietnamese culture and art to British and international friends. Following the themes of Love, Gratitude, Connection, Home, Forgiveness, and Family, the music night includes 20 rich and unique performances performed by Vietnamese students studying at British universities and Vietnamese people living and working in the country. Talented piano and cello performances by students at the music night. Photo: TTXVN/ VNA With creative and elaborate staging, combining modern light and sound technology, the performances received a lot of praise from the audience. The program is the first collaboration between SVUK and VietPro, aiming to create a playground, and honor and promote artistic talents. The event also cre...

Vietnam News Today (Mar 22) notable headlines Vietnam pledges positive contributions to UNESCO’s common affairs Vietnam, Singapore deepen economic, energy cooperation Vietnam jumps 11 steps in World Happiness Report 2024 FDI flows in Vietnam forecast to boom this year Promoting Vietnamese culture in Denmark South Sudan aspires to push all-around cooperation with Vietnam Speaker of Finnish Parliament to visit Vietnam Retail petrol prices increase sharply at the latest adjustment Vietnam underscores women, youth’s role in conflict prevention The Vietnamese delegation to the 219th session of the UNESCO’s Executive Board. (Photo: VNA) Vietnam pledges positive contributions to UNESCO’s common affairs The country always greatly evaluates multilateral co-operation and UNESCO’s role in the world, therefore pledging to continue to make positive contributions to the organization’s common affairs. Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ha Kim Ngoc made the statement a...