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That lat fish. Source: Internet The Mekong Delta Province of Ca Mau has been known as a “kingdom” of field fishes such as catfish and snakehead fish and that lat fish (also called thac lac fish in some places). Locals feel pride in these fish. The fish’s aromatic flavor has created many characteristic dishes, such as bone-removed fish grilled with chili and citronella. But the most famous far and wide is the grilled chopped fish and vermicelli soup topped with grilled or steamed chopped fish, and hotpot. Local Thai Thi Cat, 65, said Ca Mau people often process the fish by hand. But before that, the fresh fish should be carefully cleaned in cold water with light salt to reduce its fish smell. “It’s rather difficult to use a knife to remove all of the fish’s bones, but Ca Mau housewives have their experienced skills to do it,” Cat said, noting the fish meat is minced or ground and stuffed well then mixed with a little cooking oil, salt, broth mix and pepper powder and lef...

In the process of world integration, cultural diplomacy is one of the three pillars of Vietnam’s comprehensive diplomacy, alongside political and economic diplomacy. It is also an effective tool to enhance mutual understanding between peoples. Amandine Dabat, a 5th generation descendant of the King, who did a doctoral thesis on King Ham Nghi’s art career and is also the author of the book “Ham Nghi – Empereur en exil, artiste à Alger” (Ham Nghi – Emperor in exile, artist in Algeria) published in 2019 in France. Photo: VNA A lot of cultural exchange activities have been held in both Vietnam and France, contributing importantly to bringing the two countries’ people closer, VNA reported. Many activities were exhibited such as the exhibition of archaeological artifacts from the Thang Long Imperial Citadel in the ancient town of Provins, “Following Uncle Ho’s footsteps” in the port cities of Le Havre and Sainte-Adresse, “Re-discovering Vietnam” event in Paris, Vietnamese Ao D...