PM hosts welcome ceremony for Russian counterpart

PM hosts welcome ceremony for Russian counterpart

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on January 14 hosted a welcome ceremony for his Russian counterpart Mikhail Vladimirovich Mishustin who is paying a two-day official visit to Vietnam from January 14-15.

Vietnam-Russia ties flourish rapidly and comprehensively

Vietnam-Russia ties flourish rapidly and comprehensively

At the invitation of Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Vladimirovich Mishustin is set to pay an official visit to Vietnam from January 14 to 15, 2025. Over the past 75 years, the traditional friendship and comprehensive strategic partnership between Vietnam and Russia have flourished across all sectors. This collaboration is built on mutual benefit, equality, and the shared interests of both nations.

Dao Tien people’s traditional attire in Thanh Hoa province

Dao Tien people’s traditional attire in Thanh Hoa province

The Dao ethnic group, with a population of nearly 900,000, consists of subgroups such as the Red Dao, Dao Tien, and Dao Thanh Y, each with its own unique cultural identity, clearly reflected in their traditional attire. The traditional clothing of the Dao Tien in Muong Lat district, Thanh Hoa province, is especially distinctive, offering a vivid glimpse into their cultural life.

Vegan black vermicelli salad

Vegan black vermicelli salad

In vegetarian cuisine, the vegan black vermicelli salad may seem simple, but it offers a rich and diverse flavor profile along with high nutritional value. With a perfect harmony of chewy and crunchy black vermicelli, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful dressing, this dish is not only ideal for vegetarians but also an excellent choice for those on a diet or looking to diversify their meals.

Sa Dec Flower Village bustling in preparation for Lunar New Year

Sa Dec Flower Village bustling in preparation for Lunar New Year

With less than a month to go until the Lunar New Year 2025 (Year of the Snake), the Sa Dec Flower Village in the Mekong delta province of Dong Thap is busy preparing floral products for the festive season. Despite unfavorable weather this year, local gardeners have implemented various measures to ensure the flowers bloom perfectly in time to meet customer demand.

Mong Ethnic people in Son La province celebrate Traditional New Year

Mong Ethnic people in Son La province celebrate Traditional New Year

In Son La Province, the Mong ethnic group primarily resides in highland communes across 12 districts and cities. According to tradition, they celebrate their Traditional New Year, known as Nao Pe Chau, one month earlier than the Vietnamese Lunar New Year (Tet holiday). Rooted in ancestral worship, this celebration preserves cultural heritage and educates younger generations to honor their roots.

75th traditional day of students and youth: Honouring heroic legacy

75th traditional day of students and youth: Honouring heroic legacy

The Traditional Day of Vietnamese Students (January 9, 1950 – January 9, 2025) is celebrated amidst ongoing and widespread youth movements. Over the past 75 years, under the leadership of the Party and President Ho Chi Minh, generations of students and young people have made outstanding contributions to economic and social development, national defense, and the formation of a new generation of intellectuals who are both skilled and virtuous.

Reenactment of Thai ethnic people’s new rice celebration

Reenactment of Thai ethnic people’s new rice celebration

The "New Rice Celebration," an annual ritual held by the Thai ethnic people in Thanh Hoa province to pay tribute to the deities and ancestors and pray for prosperity and abundant harvest, was recently reenacted at the Vietnam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism in Hanoi.

Pure solidarity between Vietnam and Cambodia

Pure solidarity between Vietnam and Cambodia

January 7, 1979, stands as a historic milestone, symbolizing the pure and steadfast international solidarity and special friendship between Vietnam and Cambodia. With the support of Vietnamese volunteer soldiers, Cambodia overcame the Khmer Rouge genocide, ushering in a new era of peace, reconciliation, and development.

Strong and trustworthy Vietnam-India friendship

Strong and trustworthy Vietnam-India friendship

Over the past 53 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations (January 7, 1972 – January 7, 2025), the traditional friendship and Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Vietnam and India have been consistently strengthened and developed. Both nations share a commitment to mutual cooperation and support, fostering even greater ties for the benefit of both countries.

National Assembly of Vietnam: A symbol of national solidarity

National Assembly of Vietnam: A symbol of national solidarity

On January 6, 1946, Vietnam held its first nationwide general election, a landmark event in the establishment of democratic institutions and a testament to the Vietnamese people's mastery. For the past 79 years, the National Assembly of Vietnam has stood as a symbol of national unity, steadfastly serving as the highest representative body of the people and the supreme authority of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.

Naval Region 4 Command: Safeguarding Vietnam's maritime sovereignty

Naval Region 4 Command: Safeguarding Vietnam's maritime sovereignty

In 2024, Naval Region 4 was proudly awarded the title "Hero of the People's Armed Forces during the Renewal Period" by the President. This prestigious recognition from the Party and State honors the unwavering dedication of generations of officers and soldiers in protecting the nation's maritime sovereignty.

Ho Chi Minh Memorial Site: A place of reverence

Ho Chi Minh Memorial Site: A place of reverence

The Ho Chi Minh Memorial Site at the Presidential Palace is a historically and culturally significant landmark of the nation, welcoming numerous domestic and international visitors annually.

Traditional medicine tourism: Untapped potential

Traditional medicine tourism: Untapped potential

Vietnam is home to around 400 hot springs, over 5,000 plant and fungi species, 400 animal species, and 75 medicinal minerals, offering rich resources for herbal and traditional medicine to benefit health care and tourism.

Hanoi tourism shines in 2024

Hanoi tourism shines in 2024

From vibrant traditional festivals and unique cultural destinations to large-scale international events, Hanoi—a city of a thousand-year civilization—wins the hearts of both domestic and international visitors in 2024.

Bridges across Can Tho river

Bridges across Can Tho river

The construction of bridges spanning the Can Tho river contributes to enhancing the urban landscape, laying the foundation for economic development, and creating architectural and cultural highlights for Can Tho city.

Me Linh flower farmers prepare for Lunar New Year 2025

Me Linh flower farmers prepare for Lunar New Year 2025

These days, Me Linh flower village (Me Linh District, Hanoi) is bustling with activity as local farmers work around the clock tending to their flowers to ensure they are ready for the 2025 Lunar New Year - Year of the Snake.

The illuminated Tam Chuc Pagoda glows at night. (Photo: VNA)

Tam Chuc Pagoda: A stunning spiritual tourism destination in Ha Nam

Located in Kim Bang District, Ha Nam Province, Tam Chuc Pagoda is one of the largest and most impressive temple complexes in Vietnam. It is not only a significant spiritual site but also an architectural marvel attracting millions of visitors and Buddhist followers annually.

Thien Quang exhibition illuminates Hanoi’s “specialties”

Thien Quang exhibition illuminates Hanoi’s “specialties”

Every artwork in the “Thien Quang” exhibition is inspired by the cultural essence, traditional crafts, and artistic motifs rooted in the rich heritage of ancient Thang Long. These creations are brought to life through a luminous interplay of light.

Improving population quality for a prosperous nation, happy families

Improving population quality for a prosperous nation, happy families

The work of population and family planning plays a key role in the national development strategy. Themed “Improving population quality for a prosperous nation, happy families,” the Vietnam Population Day 2024 once again confirms and looks towards the goal of sustainable development.