Japanese woman helps revive Cơ Tu ethnic brocade

Nobuko Otsuki, chief representative of the Japanese Foundation for International Development/Relief (FIDR) in Việt Nam, shares with Việt Nam News her course of giving hands to ethnic communities in the region.

Delta preserves identity via rivers and rice

Shaped by rivers, rice fields and communal life, the wet-rice civilisation of the Mekong Delta is facing mounting pressures from climate change and shifting livelihoods, prompting renewed efforts to preserve its distinctive cultural identity while pursuing sustainable development.

Tourism breaks pre-pandemic records in 2025

Việt Nam’s tourism industry surpassed pre-pandemic highs in 2025, welcoming a record 21.5 million international visitors and generating more than $38 billion in revenue, as visa reforms and domestic travel fuelled a broad-based rebound.

Văn Lâm Village's story behind every stitch

Tracing its roots back to the 13th century, the art of embroidery in Văn Lâm Village, Ninh Bình Province blossomed under the Trần Dynasty, becoming the heartbeat of this ancient land.

Mỹ Nghiệp Village's brocade weaving soul

This cultural gem is a haven where Chăm women continue the age-old tradition of weaving, orchestrating a symphony of looms daily to produce vibrant brocades that encapsulate the essence of a craft steeped in over a thousand years of history.

Carrying the weight of a hero

In his breakout role as Tạ – a soldier shaped by loyalty, sacrifice and the brutal 81-day battle of Quảng Trị – actor Phương Nam steps into a legacy larger than himself.

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