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Vietnam fast-tracks cultural industries law to spur growth
A law on cultural industries development is being drafted for submission to the National Assembly’s October session under fast-track procedures.
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Youth sports strengthen Vietnam-China border friendship
Sports exchanges between Vietnamese and Chinese youth serve as an effective bridge for fostering closer ties and mutual understanding between the two countries’ people. Through football and basketball matches, young people from both sides can improve their fitness and skills while building friendships and promoting solidarity.
Hanoi world cultural festival aims to become an international rendezvous
The festival is scheduled to open in October at the Thang Long imperial citadel, with events and activities taking place continuously over four days. The event will also coincide with the 50th anniversary of Vietnam-UNESCO cooperation (1976-2026).
Hanoi Martial Arts Festival 2026 closes, spreading Thang Long spirit
Held under the theme “Thang Long Spirit – Quintessence of Vietnamese Martial Arts,” the festival took place at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel from August 7-9. It was part of Hanoi's efforts to implement Politburo Resolution No. 80-NQ/TW on the development of Vietnamese culture.
Vietnamese cinema returns to Berlin summer film programme
The screening attracted considerable interest from film enthusiasts and the Vietnamese community in the German capital. It marked the fourth time Vietnamese films have been featured in the programme, following "The House of No Man" by Tran Thanh, "Glorious Ashes" by Bui Thac Chuyen, and "My Best Friend's Wedding" by Nguyen Quang Dung and Diep The Vinh in previous years.
Localities turn cultural heritage into driver of tourism, economic development
Ho Chi Minh City identifies traditional art forms such as hat boi, cai luong (reformed opera) and puppetry as areas requiring greater investment and promotion to become distinctive cultural products associated with tourism.
Vietnam's 22-match unbeaten run draws praise from RoK media
Under the tournament format, the semifinals and final will be played over two legs. Vietnam will travel to Malaysia for the first leg on August 16 before hosting the second leg on August 19. Should Vietnam overcome Malaysia, they will meet the winner of the other semifinal between Thailand and Singapore in the final.
Binh Dinh launches all-out bid to put martial arts on UNESCO’s world stage
Binh Dinh has already mapped out a 2026-2030 plan to keep its fighting spirit breathing, complete with specific targets and a clear step-by-step timeline.
Sports tourism puts Vietnam on regional map
Increasingly, travellers are choosing trips centred on sport, wellness and immersive experiences. Sporting competitions are becoming a key driver of travel planning.
Asian media praise Vietnam’s impressive ASEAN Cup group stage performance
“The defending champions topped the group with their third win in four group matches, finishing two points ahead of the Singaporeans, who took second place with eight points, one ahead of Indonesia,” the AFC website reported.
Vietnamese film to be screened at ASEAN Film Festival 2026 in Hong Kong
“The Sound of Crossing the Sea” is expected to help promote Vietnam’s distinctive cultural and artistic identity to international audiences and the ASEAN community in Hong Kong.
Vietnam–Korea Festival 2026 kicks off in Da Nang
Now in its fifth edition, the festival has cemented its place as Da Nang’s signature annual diplomatic event, spotlighting the distinct cultures of both nations, fostering friendship and driving cooperation with Korean localities and partners.
Hanoi opens international martial arts festival
The event attracts about 2,000 martial artists of 66 delegations, including seven international delegations from six countries, namely Indonesia, Russia, France, Germany, Switzerland and Morocco.
Museums breathe new life into Ho Chi Minh City's cultural heritage
Museums in Ho Chi Minh City are embracing digital innovation and cultural activities to showcase its rich heritage, helping boost cultural tourism, stimulate the night-time economy and attract a growing number of domestic and international visitors.
ASEAN Cup 2026: Vietnam advance to semi-finals as Group A winners
Securing all three points, coach Kim Sang-sik and his squad finished atop Group A with 10 points (three wins, one draw).
Pho Cultural Roadshow brings Vietnam’s cuisine to European audiences
The Pho Cultural Roadshow Europe 2026 travelled through six countries – the Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia, Austria, Hungary and Germany – with seven stops, bringing together eight Vietnamese culinary artisans, chefs and food experts.
RoK to develop K-Vietnam Valley project linked to Ly Dynasty heritage
With the designation in place, Bonghwa will carry out eight specialised projects worth a combined 347.6 billion KRW (245.1 million USD) from 2026 to 2030 – among them the K-Vietnam Valley itself, tourism development around Changpyeong Reservoir, rental smart farms, and a Baekdudaegan healing ‘pet village.’
Vietnam women's national football team to begin run-up to ASIAD 2026
ASIAD 2026 is scheduled to take place in Nagoya, Japan, from September 19 to October 4, with the women’s tournament running slightly earlier, from September 14 to October 2.
9th Int’l Festival of Vietnamese Traditional Martial Arts wraps up
The ninth International Festival of Vietnamese Traditional Martial Arts has fostered the martial spirit, strengthened national pride, promoted cultural exchanges and reinforced the aspiration to bring Vietnamese traditional martial arts to a wider international audience.
Da Nang to host festival honouring Quang Nam-style noodle soup
My Quang is not only a signature dish of the Quang region but also reflects the history, culture and daily life of communities in central Vietnam. With its diverse ingredients, preparation methods and distinctive flavours, the noodle soup has become one of Vietnam's best-known culinary specialities, helping strengthen Da Nang's position on the culinary tourism map.
