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Overseas Vietnamese Enjoy New Year Gathering in Brazil

09:41 | 09/02/2023

On the occasion of the 93rd anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of Vietnam, the Vietnamese Embassy in Brazil held a gathering of the Homeland Spring 2023 in Sao Paulo state.

Vietnam News Today (Feb. 5): Vietnam Contributes Important Ideas to AMM Retreat and ACC-32

03:10 | 05/02/2023

Vietnam News Today (Feb. 5): Vietnam contributes important ideas to AMM Retreat and ACC-32; Vietnam still approves use of Covid antibody treatment; Vietnam to help Timor Leste soon become official member of ASEAN: FM; Vietnamese movies earn over VND350 billion during Tet.

Calligraphy master Jean Sébastien Grill: My Mission is to introduce Vietnamese culture in France

14:33 | 30/01/2023

Neatly dressed in a black ao dai, Jean Sébastien Grill focused on each pen stroke. Bold, soft, and curvilinear handwriting gradually appears on the paper. As the first foreigner to participate in the Spring Calligraphy Fair 2023 in Ho Van (the Temple of Literature - Quoc Tu Giam, Hanoi)m he sees introducing Vietnamese culture in France as his personal mission.

Vietnam News Today (Jan. 29): Intertwined Opportunities, Challenges for Vietnam’s Economy in 2023

06:45 | 29/01/2023

Vietnam News Today (Jan. 29): Quang Ninh: Cross-border trading with China resumed after Tet; Hanoi in the world's top three culinary destinations: Tripadvisor; Intertwined opportunities, challenges for Vietnam’s economy in 2023; Supermarkets, traditonal markets gradually resume normal operations amid abundant supply.

Vietnam News Today (Jan. 28): Vietnam Remains Good Business Partner of Hong Kong

06:53 | 28/01/2023

Vietnam News Today (Jan. 28): Vietnam records sharp influx of foreign arrivals during Tet; Vietnam remains good business partner of Hong Kong; Hoi An, HCM City among world's top 25 trending destinations in 2023; Severe cold continues to blanket northern, north central regions.

Vietnam News Today (Jan. 27): Tourist Attractions Nationwide Lure Crowds During Tet

10:23 | 27/01/2023

Vietnam News Today (Jan. 27): Hanoi’s tourism sector rakes in over VND1 trillion during Tet holiday; Retail market predicted to bustle in 2023; Tourist attractions nationwide lure crowds during Tet; Maintaining growth momentum to push up Vietnamese trade activities.

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.

Eat Healthy for Lunar New Year Holiday

14:13 | 24/01/2023

Although Vietnamese cuisine among the healthiest cuisines, Tet (Lunar New Year) is the time for all family members to get together while enjoying traditional dishes. All these sumptuous feasts and alcohol consumption can make you gain unwanted weight this Lunar New Year.

“This year I will...”

08:52 | 24/01/2023

Unions of Friendship Organizations of many provinces and cities are having specific strategies and plans for 2023. The Vietnam Times would like to introduce some of the main goals that localities set for people-to-people diplomacy work in the upcoming year.

When the "Sprout" Grows

10:38 | 23/01/2023

The “Sowing the Seeds of Friendship” program has helped strengthen the trust, solidarity, friendship and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Cambodia, while educating the youth of the two countries on the bilateral relations, enhancing their sense of responsibility in preserving and reinforcing the long-lasting traditional solidarity and friendship between the two nations.

Vietnam News Today (Jan. 23): Vietnam Rising to New Position with New Desire

06:00 | 23/01/2023

Vietnam News Today (Jan. 23): Vietnam rising to new position with new desire; TV series highlights Vietnamese culture in Tet; Promoting internal strengths, affirming national stature; Lucky money giveaway - an exchange of best New Year wishes.

Vietnam News Today (Jan. 22): Tet Impressive in Foreign Ambassadors’ Eyes

08:16 | 22/01/2023

Vietnam News Today (Jan. 22): Tet impressive in foreign ambassadors’ eyes; Weathering the storm, Vietnam builds confidence in a year ahead; Vietnam's regions to welcome Lunar New Year in different weather conditions; Hotels in central region mostly booked by domestic travelers.

Diplomatic Representatives Share Impression of Tet

16:56 | 21/01/2023

Tet (Lunar New Year) is an enjoyable experience for foreigners in Vietnam. Welcoming the year of the Cat, ambassadors to Vietnam shared their feelings about Tet.

Vietnam News Today (Jan. 21): Vietnamese Traditional Offering Trays Prepared for Lunar New Year's Eve

06:56 | 21/01/2023

Vietnam News Today (Jan. 21): Vietnamese traditional offering trays prepared for Lunar New Year's Eve; Overseas Vietnamese considered ambassador bringing Vietnam to the world; Vibrant commodity market amid increased purchasing power ahead of Tet; Vietnamese tourists prefer Asian destinations for Tet 2023.

Tet On The Canvas: Artists in Vietnam Recreate the Zodiac In New Exhibition

21:30 | 20/01/2023

A collective of artists in Vietnam have created a two week long art exhibition, reflecting on the past twelve years through the signs of the Vietnamese Zodiac. Jason Law visited the event to speak to the people involved and check out what's on show.

How to Spend A "Purrfect" Day in Hanoi

08:22 | 20/01/2023

The Year of the Cat is right at the corner and it is time to celebrate for all you cat lovers out there. This holiday season, check out how you can enjoy the company of furry feline friend, from cute cafe to personalized gifts in Hanoi.

[Photos] Foreign Ambassadors Experience Vietnamese Tet

11:42 | 18/01/2023

The traditional Tet (Lunar New Year) festival, imbued with Vietnamese identity, has left an indelible mark on the hearts of foreign diplomats in Vietnam.

Homeland Spring Warms Hearts of Overseas Vietnamese

14:53 | 17/01/2023

Vietnamese communities abroad always turn their hearts to the homeland.

How To Celebrate Tet Like A Vietnamese: A Helpful Guide for Expats

07:42 | 17/01/2023

Tet is a special occasion for Vietnamese and preparing for the holiday is even more important than the holiday itself.

Hai Phong: Discover The Best Destinations For Taking Instagrammable Tet Photos

07:39 | 17/01/2023

At the end of the year, when the Tet holiday in Vietnam is coming close, Hai Phong, “the city of red phoenix flowers” is bustling with many travelers flocking here to celebrate their New Year holiday, and the streets are beautifully decorated with bright colors. Choose the locations to take wonderful Instagrammable photos of Tet to save your most beautiful moments of this special time of the year.