Goethe Institute launches Culture Lab

The Hà Nội Goethe Institute has launched Culture Lab to support the development of the arts and artistic dialogue in a world hit by COVID-19. 

Bánh bác reflects Giang Xá villagers’ soul and culture

Giang Xá Village in Hà Nội’s Hoài Đức District is famous for the delightful bánh bác (fried cake made from sticky rice, gấc fruit and green bean), a delicacy which has existed for more than a hundred years.

New coastal economic zone set up in Quảng Ninh

Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc recently signed a decision on the establishment of the coastal Quảng Yên Economic Zone in the northern province of Quảng Ninh.

Hong Kong Innovation Foundation and Sino Group Support Children from Families in Need Through ‘One Laptop’ Programme Hong Kong Innovation Foundation and Sino Group Support Children from Families in Need Through ‘One Laptop’ Programme

The truth about COVID-19 Patient 17 in Việt Nam

The story of the 17th patient infected with SARS-CoV-2 in Việt Nam published on The New Yorker on September 21 has encountered public backlash due to its lack of objectivity.

Local cinemas urge VN film producers to release new films

Representatives of the country’s leading cinemas CJ CGV, Galaxy Cinema, Lotte Cinema and BHD Star Cineplex are urging film producers to release their movies in cinemas when COVID-19 becomes controlled well in Việt Nam.

Project to recover historic Tô Lịch River

A company has proposed building a history and culture complex near part of the Tô Lịch River by 2026.

Maritime Fairtrade Launches Localised Websites Across ASEAN, Advocating Ethical Shipping Practices Maritime Fairtrade Launches Localised Websites Across ASEAN, Advocating Ethical Shipping Practices

The committee of the first Harmony & Synergy & World Peace International Forum established as a warm-up The committee of the first Harmony & Synergy & World Peace International Forum established as a warm-up

Older villagers given key role in community tourism

The participation of older villagers, with their extensive experience in and knowledge of local customs and culture, has helped preserve local cultural and traditional values and at the same time boosted the tourism sector in the north-central province of Nghệ An.