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Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with a delegation of Chinese friendship scholars in Beijing, on June 28, 2923. Photo: WVR/NDO Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with a delegation of Chinese friendship scholars on June 28 in Beijing. The scholars have been supportive of Vietnam during the past two resistance wars and are also actively involved in the country’s current national construction. This meeting took place as part of Prime Minister Chinh’s official visit to China. The delegation, headed by Vice President of the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) Yuan Mindao, visited our company. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Vice President of the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) Yuan Mindao. Source: NDO The Chinese scholars emphasized the enduring support and friendship between Vietnam and China, even during challenging times. They recognized the value of the close relationship be...

The Vietnamese Department of Fine Arts, Photography, and Exhibition and Vietnam Cultural Centre in Laos jointly organised an event that showcased 180 photos, including 160 capturing 26 heritages of Vietnam and four heritages of Laos. These photos featured iconic landmarks such as Hoi An ancient town, My Son sanctuary, Thang Long imperial citadel, Ha Long Bay, Hue court music, the ancient capital of Luang Prabang, Wat Phou world heritage site, Plain of Jars, and Khaen music. The exhibition, which showcased photographs taken by various Vietnamese and Lao photographers, effectively conveyed the current beauty, value, and vitality of these heritages. These images depicted the rich history, culture, ideas, knowledge, customs, beliefs, and aesthetics of both countries. The exhibition is currently open to the public in the capital and will remain so until the end of July. Afterward, it will be moved to other Lao localities. The post “Exhibition of Photos Highlighting Vietnamese and Laotian...

The grand opening ceremony of the festival was graced by the presence of esteemed guests such as Vietnamese State President Vo Van Thuong, Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha, and several other prominent officials. This image shows Vietnamese State President Vo Van Thuong attending the launch ceremony of the Grape-Wine Festival in Ninh Thuan Province on June 15, 2023. The photo was taken by Duy Ngoc for Tuoi Tre. Vietnamese State President Vo Van Thuong attends the launch ceremony of the Grape –Wine Festival in Ninh Thuan Province, June 15, 2023. Photo: Duy Ngoc / Tuoi Tre Speaking at the event, Deputy PM Ha praised the diligence and non-stop efforts of Ninh Thuan farmers in growing several varieties of grapes. He emphasized that their hard work has played a significant role in transforming the province into a popular tourist destination. Products made from grapes such as wine and syrup not only contribute to the local economy, but also help diversify the range of touris...

Overview of the conference. Ho Chi Minh City Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs held a hybrid conference on June 28 to highlight the important role of overseas Vietnamese communities in the “Vietnamese people prioritize Vietnamese goods” campaign. The event successfully drew the participation of overseas Vietnamese (OV) entrepreneurs and representatives of OV businesses in the city. Additionally, OV associations from various countries, as well as Vietnam’s diplomatic agencies in Thailand, the US, Australia, and Japan, also attended the event. Nguyen Ho Hai, the deputy secretary of the HCM City Party Committee and the head of the city’s steering committee for the campaign, has emphasized the importance of the conference as a platform for city leaders to listen and engage with expatriates, businessmen, and business representatives from overseas. This gathering presents a valuable opportunity for these individuals to share their contributions and plans, enabling frui...

Accordingly, Capella Hanoi , located on Le Phung Hieu street, topped the list. “The suites at our hotel beautifully showcase the lives and artistry of renowned artists and performers. In particular, our penthouse Hudson Rooms exude a sophisticated and modern atmosphere, perfect for the urbane traveler. Additionally, our teppanyaki restaurant, Hibana, offers an exquisite dining experience that is defined by precision and attention to detail.” Meanwhile, the second place went to Sofitel Legend Metropole. Established in 1901, Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi holds the distinction of being one of the oldest hotels in the capital and has had the privilege of hosting former US presidents, such as Barack Obama, during their previous visits to the country. The hotel is known for its unique feature – a two-metre-high wartime bomb shelter that was unexpectedly discovered in 2011. This historical site served as a refuge for several notable individuals during the tumultuous period of the Vietn...

An impressive performance was delivered by An, who was the fifth seed with an Elo rating of 1,459. Throughout the tournament, she secured eight wins, two draws, and only suffered one loss in her 11 games. This exceptional record earned her a total of nine points and the silver medal. The event was won by Altynbek Aiaru from Kazakhstan, who scored 10.5 points with an outstanding record of 10 victories out of 11 games. An’s only draw in the tournament occurred in the match against Aiaru. In addition to An’s silver medal, three other Vietnamese chess players also achieved notable results. Le Phan Hoang Quan, Dau Khuong Duy, and Nguyen Hong Nhung secured three bronze medals in the Boys U8, Boys U12, and Girls U18 blitz chess categories, respectively. In the preceding rapid chess competitions, Le Thai Hoang Anh, Dau Khuong Duy, and Pham Tran Gia Phuc displayed exceptional performances and secured three gold medals in the Girls U12, Boys U12, and Boys U14 categories, respectively. Furthe...