EXPAT CORNER: The Real Capital Is Ourselves: Henri Hubert on Wellness, Balance and Life in Việt Nam

In a world where the pace of life continues to accelerate, finding a healthy work-life balance is no longer a luxury, it’s a necessity. Việt Nam News and Law spoke with Henri Hubert, ambassador of Global Wellness Day in Việt Nam since 2018, a non-profit day event and a social project dedicated to living well, to explore what true well-being looks like, how to achieve it, and why even five minutes a day can make a difference.

Dancing queen

Nguyễn Trọng Nhã Uyên has made history as the first Vietnamese, and the first Asian, to win a medal in the Latin Solo category at the World Dance Sport Federation World Championship 2025 in Bremen, Germany. Join Việt Nam News reporters as we visit Uyên and her coach to learn more about her journey and passion.

Việt Nam, Japan explore untapped tourism potential

Vietnamese and Japanese travel firms and tourism authorities gathered at a tourism promotion seminar in Hà Nội to showcase their products, exchange market insights, and strengthen practical and effective cooperation between the two countries.

HCM City honours đổi mới architect with photo exhibition

Serving as CPV General Secretary during the early phase of đổi mới, Nguyễn Văn Linh led the Party in issuing critical resolutions and policies that decisively advanced the country’s renewal process. His leadership steered the nation through tough times and set it on a path to “a prosperous people, a strong nation, and a just, democratic, and civilised society”.

Việt Nam-Yunnan rail tourism sees strong growth

The operation of key rail lines such as Yumeng, Menghe, and Nimeng has shortened travel time and strengthened cross-border connectivity between China and Việt Nam, supporting their growing economic and cultural ties.

More than just a gong

Gong plays an important role in the cultural and spiritual lives of ethnic communities in the Central Highlands. In the old days, it is believed that behind every gong hides a god or goddess that gets stronger as the gong is older. While such belief may not be as evident in today's modern world, gong culture is still a gem worth preserving across the highlands.

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