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THE HANOI TIMES – Amid export challenges and tariff uncertainties, Vietnamese businesses are strategically pivoting towards the domestic market. A notable shift is evident, with some enterprises increasing their focus on local consumption from a mere 10-20% to an impressive 95% of their production. This strategic move involves seeking cost-effective input materials and customizing products to align with the unique preferences of Vietnamese consumers. Unlocking the Potential: Vietnam’s Domestic Market Offers Abundant Opportunities. Photo: Kinh te & Do thi Newspaper. May 10 Corporation, previously oriented towards export orders, is now redesigning its models and expanding its physical presence to better serve the needs of local customers. Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao, the Chief Operating Officer, shared that May 10 is committed to strengthening its domestic footprint while maintaining a balanced approach with exports. Additionally, the company is focused on enhancing productivity ...

THE HANOI TIMES — The Vietnam International Travel Mart (VITM) Hanoi 2025 commenced with the prestigious VITA Awards, honoring an impressive number of organizations and individuals for their exceptional contributions to the country’s tourism industry in 2024. A total of 155 organizations and 69 individuals were recognized, serving as a trusted benchmark of excellence for travelers seeking unique and high-quality experiences in Vietnam. The awards celebrated a diverse range of achievements, including 10 standout tourism events, 22 exemplary leaders of local tourism associations, 11 top travel company directors, and 10 outstanding hotel and resort managers. In addition, the awards acknowledged excellence in international and domestic travel services, resorts, culinary arts, training institutions, and MICE tourism providers. The opening of Vietnam International Travel Mart (VITM) Hanoi 2025. Photo: VITM Cao Thi Ngoc Lan, Vice Chairwoman of the Vietnam Tourism Association, emphasiz...

Nguyen Ngoc Hung, Vice President of the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations, met with Pallab Sengupta, President of the World Peace Council. (Photo: Dinh Hoa) During their meeting, Nguyen Ngoc Hung provided insights into Vietnam’s comprehensive and modern diplomatic approach, encompassing Party diplomacy, state diplomacy, and people-to-people exchanges. He expressed gratitude to the World Peace Council for its support during Vietnam’s struggle for national liberation and ongoing development efforts. Looking ahead, Vietnam aspires to continue receiving the Council’s support in achieving its development goals. Pallab Sengupta shared his impressions of the 70th-anniversary celebrations of the Dien Bien Phu Victory, held on May 7 in Dien Bien. He commended the economic, social, and infrastructure advancements of Dien Bien and Vietnam as a whole. Both parties agreed to maintain open lines of communication and continue their collaboration in future endeavors. Pa...

These exquisite bronze urns, recognized as national treasures in 2012, are considered the most valuable bronze artifacts in the country. On May 8, at the 10th plenary meeting of the Memory of the World Committee for Asia and the Pacific in Mongolia, these urns were inscribed in the prestigious Memory of the World Register. Each of these magnificent urns represents a King of the Nguyen Dynasty, the last feudal regime in Vietnam. With the tallest urn reaching 2.5 meters and the shortest 2.3 meters, these urns stand as impressive testaments to the dynasty’s grandeur. Each urn carries a substantial weight of up to 4.3 kilograms. The Hue Imperial Citadel, also known as Dai Noi, houses these urns at the yard of The To Mieu Temple, a sacred place dedicated to the worship of the Nguyen Dynasty kings. Crafted entirely from bronze, these urns symbolize the unity and beauty of the nation, as well as the enduring legacy of the Nguyen Dyn...

The UOB Painting of the Year competition returns for its second edition, inviting emerging and established artists from Vietnam to showcase their creative talents. Launched on May 7 in Hanoi, the competition aims to celebrate and support the vibrant art scene in Southeast Asia. The launch ceremony of the UOB Painting of the Year competition, a prestigious art event in Southeast Asia. First introduced to Vietnam last year, the UOB POY competition has quickly become one of the most esteemed art competitions in the region. It provides a platform for Vietnamese artists to exhibit their skills alongside their counterparts from Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia. Victor Ngo, CEO of UOB Vietnam, shared his enthusiasm for the competition’s return: “We were thrilled to see the incredible response from young local talents during our first edition. The excitement and excellence of Vietnam’s contemporary art scene are truly remarkable.” This year, the competition aims t...

Thousands gather along the streets of Dien Bien Phu city to witness the military parade. Citizens proudly wave flags as the armed forces march past. As the parade concludes, the armed forces bid farewell to the city and return to their respective units. Local residents form deep connections with the armed forces and militia, making their departure emotional. The militia shares a special bond with the community. A female military officer struggles to hold back her emotions as the parade comes to an end. Heartfelt and emotional farewell waves from the crowd. The armed forces are overwhelmed by the outpouring of support and love from the local community. The sincere emotions and support from the locals will forever be cherished by the armed forces. A heart-wrenching moment as a military medical officer waves goodbye, unable to hold back her tears. The armed forces hope to return to ...

The Vietnamese, who won the gold medal in men’s football at the delayed 2021 SE Asian Games organized in Hanoi in May 2022, were expected to have an easy game, but they faced strong resistance from their Lao opponents and sometimes stayed in a deadlock at Prince Stadium in Phnom Penh. The junior Golden Stars got off to a great start in the second minute when Nguyen Van Tung headed the ball past Lao goalkeeper Solasak Thilavong into the net, following a good cross from Nguyen Thanh Nhan from the right side. With the early lead, coach Philippe Troussier’s team tried to reduce the match’s tempo, but moments of sloppy defending gave Laos some good chances. The remainder of the first half saw interesting back-and-forth attempts between the two teams.  Vietnam’s Nguyen Van Tung celebrates his opening goal in their match against Laos at the 2023 Southeast Asian Games in Phnom Penh, April 30, 2023. Photo: N.K. / Tuoi Tre Despite some good chances created by both sides, no...