In the light of history and national pride, October 10, 1954 became an indelible mark in the minds of the Vietnamese people. It was the day when Hanoi was liberated after being colonised for nearly a century.
Nearly 200 documents and photos featuring Hanoi’s ancient gates are being displayed at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the capital city’s Liberation Day (October 10, 1954-2024).
The cultural festival for peace is underway in Hanoi to mark the city's 70th Liberation Day (October 10, 1954-2024) and 25 years since receiving the title “City for Peace”.
The cultural festival for peace is underway in Hanoi to mark the city's 70th Liberation Day (October 10, 1954-2024) and 25 years since receiving the title “City for Peace”.
The Hanoi Book Fair 2024 will take place from September 27-29 at the pedestrians’ space around Hoan Kiem Lake in the heart of the capital city, expecting more than 30 reputable publishing houses and distributors across the country and the embassies of several countries.
The 9th Hanoi Book Fair will be held from September 27 -29 under the theme "Hanoi: Capital of Culture and Heroes - City for Peace".
Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations (UN), on August 2 (local time) attended the UN General Assembly High-Level Forum on a Culture of Peace, during which he affirmed that Vietnam is a peace-loving nation, which always lives in peace and harmony with other nations throughout its history, and was forced to take up arms only to fight against intentions of domination and invasion.
Twenty-five years since UNESCO bestowed upon Hanoi the title of "City for Peace", the capital has undergone continuous developments, achieving notable successes and affirming itself as the nation’s major centre for administration, politics, economy, and culture.
On July 16, 1999, Hanoi became the first city in Asia to be awarded the title "City for Peace" by UNESCO. Over the past 25 years, Hanoi has undergone significant positive changes, becoming a "safe and friendly" destination.
People-to-people diplomacy activities have contributed to the development of the capital city of Hanoi, heard a recent conference held by the Hanoi Union of Friendship Organsations (HUFO) to review people-to-people external relations in the first half of this year and set tasks for the second half.
25 years since receiving the title “City for Peace,” Hanoi has recorded positive changes and comprehensive development, becoming a safe and friendly destination. The capital has also been widely promoted among international friends, and garnered high praise from international organizations.
