Hue seeks to become creative city of UNESCO Society

Hue seeks to become creative city of UNESCO

A symposium was held in Hue city in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue on September 22, seeking measures to help the ancient capital achieve a listing in the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) thanks to its culinary artistry.
Exhibitions featuring Phan Boi Chau, Vietnam-Japan friendship underway Society

Exhibitions featuring Phan Boi Chau, Vietnam-Japan friendship underway

The Department of Culture and Sports of the central province of Thua Thien-Hue on September 19 launched an exhibition on the life and career of nationalist figure Phan Boi Chau and Japanese doctor Asaba Sakitaro, featuring the friendship between the two as well as the Vietnam-Japan relations.
Vallet scholarships granted to 220 students in Thua Thien - Hue Society

Vallet scholarships granted to 220 students in Thua Thien - Hue

The scientific and educational organisation "Meeting Vietnam" presented 220 Vallet scholarships worth over 4 billion VND (166,078 USD) in total to outstanding students at high schools and universities in the central province of Thua Thien - Hue at a ceremony on September 1.
Man keeping traditional brick-making craft alive Society

Man keeping traditional brick-making craft alive

With a love for traditional craft, Dang Uyen from the former imperial city of Hue in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue has researched and produced glazed ceramic tiles using royal techniques from the Nguyen Dynasty (1802 – 1945), contributing to the supply of materials for the repair and restoration of relics in the Complex of Hue Monuments.