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UNESCO Representative: Quoc Tu Giam offers inspiration for new approaches to education
UNESCO Representative to Vietnam Jonathan Wallace Baker said one of the things that stands out in Vietnam is the deep and enduring respect for education, learning and scholarship. Van Mieu –Quoc Tu Giam is a remarkable expression of that tradition, reminding that knowledge, talent and ethical responsibility have long been closely connected in Vietnamese society.
Two Vietnamese documentary heritage collections added to UNESCO regional register
Two Vietnamese documentary heritage collections, “The Cliff-based Inscriptions on Non Nuoc Mountain” in Ninh Binh province and Pho Hien stone steles in Hung Yen province, have been inscribed on UNESCO's Memory of the World Regional Register for Asia and the Pacific, bringing the country's total number of UNESCO-recognised documentary heritage items to 13.
Two new UNESCO heritage listings bring preservation challenges to Vietnam
Dr Vu Thi Minh Huong, Vice Chair of the UNESCO Memory of the World Committee for Asia and the Pacific, said with the “Pho Hien Stone Steles” and the “Cliff-based inscriptions on Non Nuoc Mountain” recognised, Hung Yen and Ninh Binh provinces must continue studies and roll out conservation and restoration plans in line with cultural heritage law and UNESCO guidance.
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Historic photos trace Temple of Literature’s diplomatic journey
The Vietnam News Agency (VNA), in coordination with the Van Mieu- Quoc Tu Giam (Temple of Literature) Centre for Cultural and Scientific Activities, on November 11 opened a photo exhibition entitled “From heritage to cultural diplomacy”, marking the 950th founding anniversary of Quoc Tu Giam (1076–2026).
Dien Bien macadamia expands its market reach
Alongside expanding growing areas, the northern mountainous province of Dien Bien is promoting production linkages and processing investment to increase agricultural product value. The presence of local macadamia products on Vietnam Airlines flights has opened up new opportunities to promote the province’s produce to wider markets.
Vietnam’s top leader concludes official visit to Japan
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam, his spouse and the high-level Vietnamese delegation left Tokyo on the afternoon of November 11 (local time), concluding their four-day official visit to Japan at the invitation of the Japanese State.
Japanese corporations urged to continue supporting Vietnam’s development
General Secretary of the Communist Part of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam met with representatives of several Japanese corporations and businesses in Tokyo on November 11 as part of his ongoing official visit to Japan.
Top Vietnamese leader meets leading Japanese financial institutions in Tokyo
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation met leading Japanese financial institutions at the Tokyo Stock Exchange on November 11 morning to discuss financial cooperation and strategic infrastructure funding.
National Economics University sets sights on global recognition
Prime Minister Le Minh Hung attended a ceremony in Hanoi on November 11 marking the 70th anniversary of the National Economics University, during which he asked the university to strive to rank among the world’s top 150 universities in selected fields by 2030 and top 100 by 2035, and become an internationally renowned university by 2045.
Vietnam's top leader calls for deeper ties with Japan in policy address
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam delivered a policy address to the National Diet of Japan on November 9 (local time), as part of his ongoing official visit to Japan.
High-quality farm products boost Vietnam-Japan trade
Japan is one of Vietnam's leading markets for agricultural, forestry and fishery products. Both countries are working to open their markets to more high-quality agricultural products.
Vietnam-Japan Friendship Concert fosters cultural cooperation
A special Vietnam-Japan Friendship Concert was held in Kanagawa Prefecture on November 10 evening with the attendance of General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam and his spouse, along with a high-level Vietnamese delegation, who are on an official visit to Japan.
Japanese localities eye stronger ties with Vietnam
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam received Nikai Toshihiro, former chairman of the Japan-Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Alliance, and governors of several Japanese localities, in Tokyo on November 10, as part of his official visit to Japan.
Former Japanese PMs pledge continued support for stronger Vietnam-Japan ties
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam, during his official visit to Japan, met separately with former Japanese Prime Ministers Ishiba Shigeru and Kishida Fumio, and Aso Taro who is also Vice President of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), in Tokyo on November 10.
Vietnamese, Japanese communist parties seek stronger ties
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and President To Lam received Chairman of the Central Executive Committee of the Japanese Communist Party Shii Kazuo in Tokyo on the morning of November 10, during his official visit to Japan.
Vietnamese, Japanese leaders agree to deepen Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae on November 9 afternoon (local time) presided over a welcome ceremony in Tokyo for General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam, who is on an official visit to Japan from November 8–11 at the invitation of the Japanese State.
WTO hails Vietnam’s achievements after 20-year membership
The Ministry of Industry and Trade recently held a conference and business forum to mark the 20th anniversary of Vietnam’s accession to the World Trade Organisation (WTO), on the sidelines of the country’s third Trade Policy Review.
Vietnam, Japan urged to embrace co-creation for high-quality growth
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam met with leaders and senior representatives of major Japanese businesses in Tokyo on November 9, as part of his official visit to Japan.
Sci-tech, innovation to drive Vietnam-Japan Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation attended the Vietnam-Japan Public-Private Forum on Economic, Science and Technology Cooperation in Tokyo on November 9, as part of the top Vietnamese leader’s official visit to Japan.
Vietnam’s tradition of learning contributes to national soft power
The Temple of Literature, a symbol of Vietnam’s longstanding tradition of valuing education and respecting teachers, helps promote the country’s cultural identity and strengthen international exchange, according to an Indian scholar who has worked with Vietnamese partners for more than a decade.
Hanoi exhibition showcases traditional craft village heritage
An exhibition featuring handicrafts from traditional villages and offering visitors opportunities to explore Vietnamese cultural heritage has opened at the Ho Guom Cultural Information Centre in Hanoi, as part of activities marking Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day (November 23) and Vietnam Culture Day (November 24).
Party leader meets Vietnamese community, experts in Japan
As part of his official visit to Japan, General Secretary and President To Lam, accompanied by his spouse and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation, had a meeting with staff of Vietnamese representative offices and a large gathering of overseas Vietnamese in Japan on the afternoon of November 8. The same day, he met with Vietnamese experts and intellectuals working in strategic fields.
Legislative leader attends inauguration of projects at Tan Trao historical site
President of the National Assembly Tran Thanh Man, accompanied by his spouse and a working delegation, attended the inauguration ceremony of a revolutionary road and a museum in Tan Trao commune, the northern mountainous province of Tuyen Quang on November 8.
