Source: VNA
Beyond cultural value, well-organised festival programmes linked with tourism and media can contribute to the development of cultural industries and enhance Vietnam’s cultural soft power, positioning heritage-based events as distinctive national cultural brands in the international arena.
As suggested by UNESCO experts, heritage should be approached as an integrated system encompassing space, people and everyday life. This perspective can inform urban planning, cultural tourism development and the creation of clear economic drivers.
In his speech, Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Nguyen Manh Cuong said the municipal Party organisation, authorities and people always value the close ties and solidarity among Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia. He described the three nations’ longstanding ties, forged through shared hardships, as an invaluable spiritual asset and a bedrock for sustainable development.
At the event, 30 local artists from both sides took part in boat performances, singing traditional folk duets along the border river in the area.
According to Vu Duc Thinh, President of the Vietnam Kickboxing Federation, the strong results reflected careful preparation by local training centres and the determination of Vietnamese fighters. The team’s participation, funded largely through socialised and local resources, also demonstrated growing support for the development of kickboxing in Vietnam.
Many localities have adopted flexible and systematic approaches to preserving and promoting the value of historical and cultural sites, bringing heritage closer to communities and visitors.
Following the success of the first exhibition held in Ho Chi Minh City in May last year, this year’s edition brings together 25 female painters from several countries and territories, presenting 38 artworks.
The opening night was combined with an artistic programme titled “sounds of the new era,” drawing around 50,000 spectators. The programme was structured in three chapters: Origins of Sound, Heritage Sound, and Sound of the New Era.
At renowned sites such as Ban Gioc Waterfall, Pac Bo relic site, and Mat Than Mountain, visitors not only admire the scenery but also engage in cultural activities organised by locals.
People’s Artist Nguyen Hoang Tuan, Chairman of the Hanoi Theatre Association, noted that while northern Vietnam had 27 puppetry guilds in 1986, only 14 remain today. Many traditional plays and original scripts have been lost, hurting restoration and preservation efforts.
In 2025, Malaysia welcomed more than 331,000 Vietnamese visitors. This number placed Vietnam in the country's top 15 markets. Vietnam, in turn, received more than 573,000 visitors from the other Southeast Asian nation.
Born in Ha Tinh province, Le Van Cong is widely regarded as a symbol of Vietnam’s para-sport movement. He made history by winning a gold medal at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games, the first Paralympic gold ever achieved by Vietnam’s para-sport delegation.
From ancient architecture to intangible cultural practices, heritage is increasingly being transformed into digital data, helping preserving traditional values but also creates fresh momentum for socio-economic development.
The award was initiated by President of the Association of Asian Artists Charlotte Agusttes-Reynier to give promising Vietnamese art students a real taste of Paris.
By 2030, the project targets the establishment of shared digital platforms across 100% of cultural sectors. All digitised cultural heritage will be standardised under the national data framework and shared in accordance with regulations, while 80% of public digital heritage assets are expected to receive digital identifiers to clarify ownership and management, encouraging organisations and individuals to do the same and support market development.
Amid rising global integration, Resolution No. 80-NQ/TW highlights international cultural engagement as a long-term strategy to promote Vietnamese cultural and artistic values worldwide.
Vietnamese players will compete in the Badminton Asia Championship 2026 from April 7-11 in China, seeking for highest results.
Now in its third year, the 20-million-USD annual programme provides participating clubs with funding of up to 1 million USD, alongside strategic support and international exposure, to support clubs in expanding their brands and audiences leading up to and throughout the Esports World Cup 2026.
Launched on January 9, 2016, the street started as a modest 140-metre stretch that few expected would have such a big impact on Vietnam’s publishing scene.
Vietnam earned 1,225.68 points, gaining nine places and 36.17 points compared to the previous update.
