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On the momentous occasion of the 134th birth anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh, the Vietnamese Embassy in Chile, along with a delegation from the Binh Duong Provincial Party Committee, led by Permanent Deputy Secretary Nguyen Hoang Thao, joined forces to inaugurate the renovated Ho Chi Minh Park in Santiago’s Cerro Navia district. Ambassador Pham Truong Giang, in his address at the opening ceremony, highlighted the significance of Ho Chi Minh Park as a symbol of the enduring friendship between Vietnam and Chile, a relationship first forged by President Ho Chi Minh and President Salvador Allende. Ambassador Pham Truong Giang, alongside leaders from Binh Duong province and the Cerro Navia district, cut the ribbon to mark the completion of the Ho Chi Minh Park renovation project. The relationship between Vietnam and Chile has grown from strength to strength, with increased cooperation across multiple domains. Chile is now one of Vietnam’s key comprehensive partners, ...

The Central Highlands of Vietnam, with its mysterious and untouched regions, is often overlooked by popular tourist trails. This area boasts extensive forests and majestic mountains, serving as a home to ethnic minorities who have preserved their traditions and unique identity. During March and April, tourists are treated to a captivating sight: the pristine white coffee flowers in full bloom across the highlands and hills. This natural spectacle transforms the region into an even more alluring destination. The ethereal beauty of white coffee flowers. Photo: Helena Coffee Due to variations in climate, the timing of coffee flower blooms differs slightly across provinces. Typically, there are two blooming seasons, lasting from February to the end of April on the solar calendar. The white blossoms only last for about 7 to 10 days, after which they shed their petals and give way to small, pretty fruits that cling to the branches. The month of March is considered the peak of...

The Vietnam-Bulgaria Friendship Association hosted a ceremony to celebrate Bulgarian Culture and Education Day and the Slavonic Script. The event was attended by former students who had studied, lived, and worked in Bulgaria, as well as those who cherished the nation and its people. This annual celebration, held on May 24, recognizes the traditional and modern cultural values of Bulgaria while also honoring the contributions of educators, cultural experts, students, and institutions to the development of Bulgarian education. It is also a day to commemorate the Bulgarian brothers Kiril and Metodi, the creators of the first Bulgarian alphabet, from which the “Kirilitsa” alphabet evolved into the current Slavic script. Celebration of Bulgarian Culture and Education Day and the Slavonic Script (Photo: Dinh Hoa) The event featured a speech by Huynh Quyet Thang, Chairman of the Vietnam-Bulgaria Friendship Association, who emphasized the Association’s efforts to foster friendsh...

Tien Yen is a picturesque mountainous district nestled between Ha Long and Mong Cai in Quang Ninh Province. With its convenient location adjacent to Binh Lieu district to the northeast and Dinh Lap district to the north, Tien Yen is just a stone’s throw away from Van Don, approximately 10km away. This easily accessible destination serves as a gateway to exploring other renowned attractions in the province. Pac Sui Waterfall Nestled in Yen Than commune, Pac Sui Waterfall is the crown jewel of Tien Yen’s natural wonders. Visitors can now access the waterfall via two stone-step roads on either side, each stretching over 300 meters in length and 1.5 meters in width. Three dome-shaped bridges, painted in a vibrant vermilion, span 24 meters each, adding to the allure of this natural paradise. Pac Sui Waterfall, located in Yen Than commune, is a popular natural attraction in Tien Yen. Photo: VTCNews Beyond its breathtaking scenery, Pac Sui Waterfall captivates visitors with it...

A similar natural phenomenon was seen atop the mountain in November last year. Locals said the mountain looked like donning a white hat at about 6:00 am. Many of them excitedly took photos of the spectacular moment. The phenomenon is known as lenticular clouds, which are caused by sudden air movements and often found near hills or mountains. The phenomenon is also seen atop Mount Fuji in Japan, Mayon Volcano in the Philippines, and Etna Mountain in Italy. As moist and stable air flow over a larger eddy, like those caused by mountains, and temperatures drop below the dew point, lenticular clouds can form. Lenticular clouds in the shape of a flying saucer are special and infrequent, according to Le Dinh Quyet, deputy head of the forecasting department at the Southern Center for Hydro-meteorological Forecasting. Standing at 986 meters above sea level, Ba Den Mountain in Tay Ninh Province has been dubbed the ‘roof of Vietnam’s southern region.’  Len...

View of an elevated road system in HCM City. VGP Photo Vietnam welcomes partners, including those from India, who are interested in investing in infrastructure, especially strategic infrastructure in the country, including transportation, energy, digital, and climate-adaptive infrastructure, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh told CEO of the Adani Group’s Adani Ports and SEZ Limited (APSEZ) Karan Adani during a reception in Hanoi on May 24. The PM told his guest that during the recent expanded Summit of the Group of Seven in Japan, he met with his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi to discuss measures and orientations to promoting bilateral cooperation that matches with the potential of their comprehensive strategic partnership. Informing Adani about national development, he said Vietnam is building an independent and self-reliant economy that actively pushes forward extensive and effective global integration, toward becoming a developing country with modern industry and high-...

Director Pham Thien An (fourth from left) and friends and crew “Inside The Yellow Cocoon Shell” attended the May 24 screening at Cannes. Photo courtesy of the director Following on from its global premiere on May 24 at the Directors Fortnight section of the Cannes Film Festival , Vietnamese movie “Ben Trong Vo Ken Vang, known as “Inside The Yellow Cocoon Shell” in English, received a five-minute standing ovation from audiences, VNA & VOV reported. Vietnamese movie “Ben Trong Vo Ken Vang, known as “Inside The Yellow Cocoon Shell” in English, receives a five-minute standing ovation from audiences. Pham Thien An wrote the script and made his first-time feature in 2020 from his award-winning short movie Hay Thuc Tinh va San Sang (Stay Awake, Be Ready). The movie tells the story of a journey taken by a young man named Thien who is tasked with delivering his sister-in-law’s body to their countryside hometown following a tragic motorcycle accident. Taking place amid the ...

The festival is being jointly held by the Vietnam Association for the Promotion and Development of Cinema, authorities of Da Nang, and the Network for the Promotion of Asia Pacific Cinema. DANAFF aims to recognize and honor outstanding Vietnamese and Asia-Pacific cinematographic works, promote them to the public, and foster the growth of emerging talents in the region. Performers dance at the opening ceremony of the inaugural Da Nang Asian Film Festival in Da Nang City, central Vietnam, May 9, 2023. Photo: Tran Mac / Tuoi Tre Speaking at the opening ceremony, Ngo Phuong Lan, director of the Vietnam Cinema Department, stated that the festival’s theme ‘DANAFF – Bridging Asia’ focuses on celebrating films that embody humanistic values, unique artistic expression, and new discoveries, while also encouraging new Vietnamese and Asian talents in the industry, and presenting valuable works from Asian and Vietnamese cinemas as well as selected global films to audiences. ...