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The Taste of Vietnam Festival 2024: A Culinary Journey to France.

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The Vietnamese Association in France, led by Vuong Huu Nhan, organized a unique event with a literary theme. Nhan, the chairman, highlighted their goal of showcasing Vietnamese authors who have the remarkable ability to write in their native language as well as in French and other languages. “We aim to demonstrate that regardless of their nationality, these authors find inspiration in Vietnam,” Nhan said. The event featured book stalls at the square’s center, displaying an array of Vietnamese and French storybooks that captivated many tourists. Nearly 100 booths offered a diverse range of products, including Vietnamese cuisine, handicrafts, books, newspapers, and images. Each item on display celebrated and promoted the rich culture of Vietnam. Dinh Toan Thang, the Vietnamese Ambassador to France, expressed his appreciation for the Ici Vietnam Festival, noting its popularity among both the Vietnamese diaspora and French tourists. He also emphasized how the event successfully showca...

The World’s Most Beautiful Crown: Vietnam Hosts Miss Cosmo 2024

Details about the highly anticipated event, Miss Cosmo pageant, were revealed during a press conference in Ho Chi Minh City on June 11, leaving many excited. Tran Viet Bao Hoang, the leader of the organizing team, assured that the contest will be organized to meet international standards. All activities will take place in vibrant Ho Chi Minh City and other prominent cities across the country, offering a diverse showcase of Vietnam’s beauty. To engage a wider audience, the organizers will also be hosting sub-contests through online channels, including “Impactful Influencer,” “Impactful Talent,” and “Impactful Beauty.” These online competitions will add another layer of excitement to the main event. Mark your calendars for the semi-final night on October 2, followed by the grand finale at the Phu Tho Gymnasium in Ho Chi Minh City on October 5. The anticipation is building as the finalists compete for the prestigious title. The winner of Miss Cosmo 2024 will be awarded a substantial ...

The Russian-Vietnamese Entente: Putin’s State Visit to Vietnam

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On June 20, Vietnamese President To Lam hosted a grand welcome ceremony for Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Presidential Palace in Hanoi, including a 21-gun salute, the highest honor for a visiting head of state. During their talks, President To Lam and President Putin discussed the comprehensive strategic partnership between their nations and outlined future orientations until 2030. President Putin invited President Lam to attend the 80th anniversary of Russia’s victory over fascism in the Great Patriotic War, which the Vietnamese leader gladly accepted. The two leaders oversaw the signing of 11 cooperation agreements in various fields, including education, nuclear technology research, disease prevention, oil exploration, justice, and sports. President To Lam and President Putin co-chaired a joint press briefing, announcing the outcomes of their official talks. Both leaders agreed to strengthen ties based on mutual trust, equality, and respe...

The Russian-Vietnamese Entente: A New Chapter in Bilateral Ties

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Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in Hanoi, accompanied by Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko, and Russian Ambassador to Vietnam Gennady Bezdetko. President Putin begins a two-day state visit to Vietnam, from June 19-20, following an invitation from Party leader Nguyen Phu Trong. This marks the fifth official visit to Vietnam by the Russian President. Vietnam and Russia share a long history, with diplomatic relations established on January 30, 1950. The two nations upgraded their ties to a Strategic Partnership in 2001 and further to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2012. Le Hoai Trung, Secretary of the Party Central Committee’s External Relations Commission, and Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia, Dang Minh Khoi, greet the Russian delegation. Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha, who is also the head of the Vietnamese sub-committee for economic, trade, and science-technology cooperat...

Meeting of Great Minds: PM Chinh and President Putin Unite

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Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived at Noi Bai International Airport on June 19, beginning a state visit to Vietnam from June 19-20. He was invited by General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam, Nguyen Phu Trong. On June 20, Vietnamese President To Lam hosted a grand welcome ceremony for President Putin at the Presidential Palace in Hanoi. The ceremony included a 21-cannon salute, reflecting the high regard for the visiting head of state. President Putin’s state visit to Vietnam coincides with a significant milestone—the 30th anniversary of the Treaty on the Principles of Friendly Relations between our two nations. This visit also precedes another important event: the 75th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties in 2025. The Vietnamese Government chief and President Putin engage in meaningful discussions during their meeting. Before their official talks, the two ...