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International Couples' Stories of Holiday Joy in Vietnam

09:40 | 06/09/2023

The long holiday is a precious break for some couples to reconnect with family and for others to explore new experiences.

Vietnam News Today (Sep. 4): EVFTA a Milestone in Vietnam-EU Bilateral Cooperation

07:17 | 04/09/2023

Vietnam News Today (Sep. 4): EVFTA a milestone in Vietnam-EU bilateral cooperation; Vietnamese peacekeepers celebrate National Day in Abyei; Strengthening Vietnam - Japan extensive strategic partnership; Vietnam 14th most favored country by expats, thanks to budget-friendly living.

Vietnam News Today (Aug. 30): Vietnam, China to Hold 8th Border Defense Friendship Exchange in September

06:16 | 30/08/2023

Vietnam News Today (Aug. 30): Vietnam, China to hold 8th border defense friendship exchange in September; Typhoon Saola to strike East Sea amid emergence of Haikui storm; US President Joe Biden to visit Vietnam next month; Vietnamese and Algerian localities set up twinning relations.

Expat Spotlight: Amiad Horowitz - Political Journalist Who Bridges Vietnam and Foreign Readers

21:22 | 30/07/2023

American reporter Amiad Horowitz spent many years removing the prejudices about Vietnam through articles on the nation's democracy, as well as the sincerity and friendliness of local people to readers around the world.

Online Video Contest “I Love Vietnam” Opened for Vietnamese, Foreign Citizens

09:03 | 21/07/2023

Get your camera ready, get creative and take us to Vietnam's next secret filming location! Time to tap into the cinematic potential of the beautiful country of Vietnam!

Captivating Images from the Middle East Exhibit in Hanoi

19:21 | 18/07/2023

Irish photographer Eddie Ryan dedicated his first solo exhibition, "The Weight of Things" to visualize vague and uncertain experiences of migrant workers in the Middle East.

Vietnamese-Colombian Couple Makes Wheelchairs for Handicapped Pets

09:05 | 06/07/2023

A Vietnamese-Colombian couple in Ho Chi Minh City has been making wheelchairs for dogs and cats with disabilities for years.

Korean Couple's Stylist Photoshoot in Hanoi

09:58 | 30/06/2023

There is not better place to have a wedding photoshoot in "retro" concept than in Hanoi, exclaimed Korean couple Lim Jun-ho and Choi Seo-A.

Expat Spotlight: Julia Davigora - Bringing Friends Together in Nature

14:00 | 29/06/2023

After starting a hiking club, Ukrainian expat Julia Davigora has gained a new appreciation for Vietnamese friends and nature.

Editor's Pick: "Feel the Rainbow" Exhibition Celebrates Diversity and Inclusion

07:20 | 25/06/2023

Join four visual artists - David Evan, Bach Vu, Sara Grötsch and Lucyanne Terni to explore the state of "being at odds" in each person.

[Photo] Swedish Midsummer Day Marked in Hanoi

15:52 | 13/06/2023

A celebration of Vietnamese and Swedish culture with music, food and nature.

Vietnam: A Digital Nomad's Paradise

14:29 | 01/06/2023

As they gain internet fame through Vietnam-related content across different platforms like YouTube, Facebook and streaming sites, many expats formed a community whom share the same love and interest for the foreign land.

Discussions Continue on War Legacies in Vietnam

17:54 | 30/05/2023

In the aftermath of the Vietnam-American War, Vietnamese and foreigners have held multiple discussion on how to address the issue of war legacies. Today, these discussion continue, focusing on the proper allocation of resources.

Expat Spotlight: Beatrice Updegraff - Seeking Intimate Portraits of Viets & Expats

16:15 | 30/05/2023

While Beatrice has captured citizens of various Southeast Asian nations via her film camera, she particularly loves taking snapshots of Vietnamese and expats in her beloved Hanoi.

British Impressions of Vietnamese Durian

14:54 | 09/05/2023

On May 4, Vietnam's Ri6 durian was first introduced to the UK market. Many British friends expressed their excitement toward this event, suggested ways for Vietnamese durians to approach and conquer new markets, and at the same time shared their feelings about durian flavor with the Vietnam Times reporters.

Expat Spotlight: Niall Mackay - Podcasting In The Heart Of Ho Chi Minh City

14:56 | 30/04/2023

With over 500 episodes, Scotsman Niall Mackay and his captivating guests share interesting stories of Ho Chi Minh City and its colorful inhabitants.

Expat Spotlight: Irene Ohler - Empowering Women Leadership through Storytelling

14:19 | 31/03/2023

Since 2012, Austrian leadership coach Irene Ohler, founder of Lightpath Leadership, has lit the spark of self-confidence and a "can-do" attitude for thousands of female leaders across the country, using the power of storytelling.

Expat Spotlight: Nikita Kostritsov - A Viet Patriot From Russia With Love

06:22 | 28/02/2023

With almost half a million followers on TikTok, more than 400 thousands YouTube subscribers, Russian content creator Nikita Kostritsov of the Hello Nikki channel is famous for doing food review videos and comedy skits about his life in Vietnam. Hundred million online viewers enjoyed watching Nikita, together with his Vietnamese wife, reacting to typical moments in life through the perspective of a foreigner.

Tiny Japanese "Cafeteria" Turned Popular Hanoian Community Hub

06:30 | 24/02/2023

During three months of Covid-lockdown, Japanese architect Kosuke Osawa came up with the idea of a coffee shop/social gathering space in the heart of Hanoi city. After only a year since its opening, Kosuke’s café has created an active and friendly community loved by both locals and expats.

Expats Share New Year's Resolutions

09:14 | 25/01/2023

To set up for great success in the Year of the Cat, expats living in Vietnam revealed their biggest achievements in 2022 and new year's resolutions, from personal to social responsibilty goals.

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