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The square is designed with an open space and stunning lighting systems, with the aim of making the city unique and distinct. It was officially inaugurated on Phu Xuan Street, Tan Phu Ward, marking the fifth anniversary of the establishment of Dong Xoai. The construction of the square, which cost VND50 billion (US$2.06 million) from the city’s budget, spans an area of 21.9 hectares. The square consists of a spacious yard, a 6,000-square-meter area for events and festivals, a performance stage, a sports zone, a flower garden, and a recreational and entertainment section. Among the key features of the square are a water music stage and 10 LED screens. A water music stage spotlights the square in Dong Xoai City, Binh Phuoc Province, southern Vietnam. Photo: An Binh / Tuoi Tre The opening ceremony on Thursday night featured an array of captivating performances, including modern dances, Then singing (a traditional art form combining literature, music, and dancing), and hat ch...

Announced at a recent meeting, these four new diving sites are located in the northern part of Hon Rua Island, an artificial reef area in Vinh Hoa Ward, the northeastern part of Tri Nguyen Island, and the waters between Bai Tranh and Bai Soi beaches. According to Huynh Binh Thai, head of the Nha Trang Bay management authority, the relevant agencies have agreed to the pilot opening of these four new diving sites. Huynh Binh Thai also mentioned that the Institute of Oceanography in Nha Trang has proposed evaluating the ecosystem of these locations to arrange suitable diving activities based on scale and frequency. A coral reef ecosystem in Nha Trang Bay, located in Nha Trang City, Khanh Hoa Province, south-central Vietnam. Photo: Thanh Chuong / Tuoi Tre During the meeting, several travel companies expressed concerns regarding the challenges posed by the introduction of these four new diving sites. A local dive guide, Vo Minh Tin, pointed out logistical challenges for the...

This was the first time Vietnam officially participated in the event, with the aim to continue its participation in the future and contribute to promoting Vietnam as a friendly and hospitable country to international friends. Vietnam’s ambassador Dinh Toan Thang referred to Vietnam’s participation as an honorary guest at the fair, which is a significant event in 2023, marking the 50th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic relations and 10 years of the strategic partnership. The Vietnamese space was created by 11 partners in the fields of cuisine, tourism, culture, and martial arts, attracting large crowds of visitors. The event will provide a foundation for Vietnam to participate in activities at the Eurexpo exhibition center in the future, said Tang Thanh Son, the deputy director of the Vietnamese culture center in France. The fair showcased hundreds of booths from Asian countries and attracted approximately 62,000 visitors. The post Spotlight on Vietnamese Culture at Asian Fai...

The JBAD is initiating a tree plantation project in collaboration with Japanese enterprises in Da Nang. This project is part of a series of activities planned for 2023 that aim to strengthen the relationship between Vietnam and Japan, as well as Japan and Da Nang, according to Nguyen Thi Kim Tuyen, Vice Chairman of the Union. Tuyen stated that the star apple trees, which will be grown in Lien Chieu District’s Park, will serve as a symbol of the close and enduring ties between the two countries, as well as between Da Nang and its Japanese partners. Hirayama Keiji, Head of JCCID, described these star apple trees as a representative symbol of the longstanding and robust relationship between Japan and Vietnam. Keiji Hirayama also emphasized that this tree planting event not only marks the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Japan but also contributes to a greener future for both countries. Shimonishi Kiyoshi, Deputy Head of the Japanese General Consulate i...

England took a long time to impose themselves on the African champions, a team they had never faced before, and survived a couple of scares before two goals late in the first half changed the feel of the night and it was no contest after the break. The impressive victory extended their all-time unbeaten run against African teams to 21 games, including eight in World Cups. Morocco, who face Spain on Tuesday, are now the only African team left in the tournament. Soccer Football – FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 – Round of 16 – England v Senegal – Al Bayt Stadium, Al Khor, Qatar – December 4, 2022 England’s Jordan Henderson celebrates scoring their first goal with Bukayo Saka. Photo: Reuters “The ruthlessness of the performance was excellent,” said manager Gareth Southgate. “Every match you play is a different sort of challenge and different tactical problem to resolve. We’ve stepped up and are answering those questions. “The quality of the moves was outstanding and the finishi...

Voting was launched on December 6 in Hanoi by Van Hoa (Culture) newspaper under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and other competent agencies. Phan Thanh Nam, deputy editor-in-chief of Van Hoa (Culture) newspaper, said voting had been cancelled for two years as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, although this year it would resume in order to honour the country’s most outstanding cultural, sporting, and tourism events. The organisers received a total of 111 nominations following submissions made by the culture, sports, and tourism departments of various cities and provinces, as well as agencies of the Ministry. A total of 15 events have been selected for the final vote to held in two forms. Direct votes by representatives of central and local press outlets took place on December 6 at the headquarters of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in Hanoi. Others will be able to vote through the website https://ift.tt/6fv8zyl from 8:30 a.m. on December 6 to 5 p.m. o...

Targeting children and adolescents in the age groups of 5-12 and 13-20, the contest consists of four categories, each having one first, one second, and one third prizes. Competitors have to sing in Vietnamese using songs composed by Vietnamese musicians or the country’s folk songs. Founder of the academy and head of the organising board Pham Ha My said V-Stella 2023 aims to find Vietnamese musical talents, preserve the Vietnamese language within expatriate communities in the UK and Europe, and bring classical music closer to the overseas Vietnamese audiences.    Candidates will have to go through three rounds, with the preliminary and second one taking place virtually on February 22 and March 22 to select the Top 26 and 20, respectively. The final round is slated for July 2 in London. The post Academy holds first piano, vocal competition for Vietnamese in Europe appeared first on Vietexplorer.com . View more from VietExplorer: Two Vietnamese photograph...

Photo: chũnge.vn Ba Vi (Hanoi) Although wild sunflowers are just wildflowers that grow in arid soil or hide in the morning mist, these flowers still confidently stretch out to bloom, attracting the attention of countless visitors. Every year at the end of autumn, wild sunflowers bloom again in Ba Vi National Park. It takes about 1 to 2 hours to travel from the center of Hanoi to this place. Here, visitors can be immersed in a paradise filled with golden wild sunflowers and take as many pictures as they like. Wild sunflowers here start to bloom from late October to November. However, the best time to see the flowers is in November. On weekends, this national park welcomes more visitors than on weekdays. Therefore, visitors should come here on weekdays if they want to avoid traffic jams. Before visitors come here, in order to avoid disappointment, they should identify some beautiful shooting spots in advance. They can ask the guard at the gate of the national park and at...

President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organisations (VUFO) Nguyen Phuong Nga hosts a reception for Ambassador of Armenia to Vietnam Vhram Kazhoyan. Photo: Vietnam Times At the meeting on December 9, Nga noted with pleasure achievements the two countries have recorded in people-to-people exchange. Mentioning the Vietnam-Armenia Friendship Association, established in 2014, Nga said the association has carried out multiple activities to enhance understanding and promote the friendship between the two peoples. She recalled the meeting between Armenian Prime Minister Armenia Nikol Pashinyan and Vietnamese people, who used to study in the country, in July 2019, arranged by the VUFO and the association. President of the association Nguyen Van Thuan said apart from cooperation between the two States, the two Governments have paid attention to people-to-people exchange, bringing their people and businesses closer. The association has organised visits to Armenia aiming ...

National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue (R) and President of the French Senate Gérard Larcher. Photo: French embassy in Hanoi President of the French Senate Gérard Larcher and his entourage left Hanoi on December 9 night, concluding a successful two-day official visit to Vietnam at the invitation of National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue, VNA reported. While in Vietnam, the Senate President held talks with NA Chairman Hue and attended a launching ceremony for a series of celebrations of the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam-France diplomatic ties. Larcher also paid courtesy calls to Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong and President Nguyen Xuan Phuc, and met with Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh. At the meetings, both sides stressed the significance of Larcher’s visit as the two countries are looking forward to the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the diplomatic ties and 10 years since the establishment of the bilateral strategic partnership. The host leader...

During the blooming season, the pink grassland on Sy dike (Chi Minh commune, Tu Ky district, Hai Duong province) quickly became an attractive check-in spot, drawing many people to visit and take photos. According to many locals, no one knows when pink grass first appeared here. All they know is that it grew from a few small clusters of grass growing haphazardly in a corner of the dike. Now, it becomes an extensive grassland approximately one kilometer long and flowers brilliantly. Photo: Trinh Lien/ Facebook This type of grass is only found on Sy dike and nowhere else along the Thai Binh river’s dike system. Pink grass blooms only once a year between November and December. Pink grass is similar to reed grass, but it has bigger flowers with a fox tail shape and a light pink tint. As a result, locals call this plant pink grass or foxtail grass. Hoai (29, in Hai Duong ) had the opportunity to visit the pink grassland at the end of November. The female traveler compliment...

Vietnam News Today (Dec. 11) notable headlines Vietnam logs 408 new Covid-19 cases on December 10 PM Chinh’s visit to take Vietnam-Netherlands ties to new heights Vietnam prioritises upholding international commitments to human rights Ho Chi Minh City sets growth target of 7.5-8% for 2023 Residents and tourists thrilled with HCM City International Music Festival Aquatic exports predicted to hit 11 billion USD in 2022 PM meets Grand Duke of Luxembourg Vietnam looks to promote intangible cultural heritage values through digitalisation Programme aims to improve foreign language skills among children, youngsters Illustrative image. Photo: VNA Vietnam logs 408 new Covid-19 cases on December 10 The national Covid-19 caseload rose to 11,520,445 with 408 new cases recorded on December 10, according to the Ministry of Health. With 100 patients given the all-clear during the day, the number of recoveries rose to 10,609,573. Meanwhile, there are 68 patients needi...