Việt Nam News

President Hồ Chí Minh, a cultural icon of Việt Nam and a revered figure worldwide, is remembered for his simple lifestyle and powerful legacy. In 1947, he received a pair of sandals made from the rubber tyre of a French car - a humble yet symbolic gift. He wore them for 20 years, and they became an enduring symbol of his lifelong revolutionary journey. Join a workshop at the Hồ Chí Minh Museum in downtown Hà Nội to create your pair of these iconic sandals - and be inspired by history!

The free, month-long event displays 225 pictures, stamps and postcards related to the President Hồ Chí Minh.

Aurora’s Cry designs were showcased by 20 beauty queens and runners-up from both national and international competitions.

A vibrant lineup of events spotlighting Vietnamese cinema took place during the 78th Cannes Film Festival, offering international delegates a deep dive into one of Asia’s most dynamic film markets.

The book contains selected works in the collection of VNFAM featuring 135 works by 97 artists covering paintings, graphics and sculpture.

Metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease is now recognised as the most common chronic liver disease globally, affecting approximately 25 per cent of the population.

In an attempt to promote it as an attractive destination, with multi potential industries, Lâm Đồng Province showed off its advantages and strengths through a forum connecting culture, tourism and trade in the capital.

The tour hits HCM City, with full force, turning the Phú Thọ Stadium into a sea of sound and lights.

French fashion designer Julien Fournié, a member of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (Federation of Haute Couture and Fashion), will present his new collection at the Aquafina Việt Nam International Fashion Week (AVIFW) Spring/Summer 2025 from June 5-8 in HCM City.

Sixty works from both the past and more recent times, by Vietnamese and international artists, depicting President Hồ Chí Minh are on display at the Việt Nam National Museum of Fine Arts.

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the normalisation of diplomatic ties between Việt Nam and the US (1995-2025).

Meticulously staged, the programme featured a blend of historical footage, dramatic re-enactments, and modern musical performances, aiming to evoke pride and inspiration among viewers.

Though we now know the exact time he breathed his last, on September 2, 1969, there has always been a mystery on the exact date on which the President was born.

Amid the rapid pace of modern life, the Lự ethnic community in Bản Hon commune, Lai Châu Province, continues to preserve and breathe new life into their age-old weaving craft. With simple raw materials like bamboo, rattan and cane, they create useful products like baskets and bamboo bags, which carry the soul of the highlands.

A collection of comic books and novels portraying President Hồ Chí Minh has been released to commemorate his 135th birthday anniversary (May 19, 1890-2025).

A photo exhibition entitled Rạng Rỡ Tên Người (The Glorious Name of President Hồ Chí Minh), which brings valuable images of President Hồ Chí Minh including both familiar ones and little known works of art to the public, is ongoing in Hà Nội.

Visitors are flocking to the 2025 HCM City Orchids Festival in District 1’s Tao Đàn Park to look at and take photos with beautiful and colourful orchid flowers.

In Hà Đông District, Hà Nội, Phan Văn Thắng’s workshop is making small 3D statues using VR technology. Each one is only 15-20 cm tall but carefully shows detailed facial expressions and unique features. Check out these mini models that are so realistic they are almost life like!