Rekindling and reimagining a musical artform

Musician Nguyễn Quang Long is well-known for his devotion in reviving xẩm (blind busker’s singing). Actually, he’s also a researcher of various types of traditional performing arts. He speaks with Minh Thu about the works behind the curtain.

Vietnam, US leaders exchange congratulations on diplomatic ties

Leaders of Vietnam and the US have exchanged congratulations on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the diplomatic relations between the two countries (July 12)

Looking back on 25 years of Vietnam-US relations: The role of US Senators

What Việt Nam and the US have done is the result of a long process with persistent efforts by both sides to overcome major obstacles. It is important to mention the contributions of American lawmakers who have tried their best for the development and interests of the two nations.

US and Việt Nam now can call each other friends: US Ambassador

The US-Việt Nam partnership is the strongest it has ever been, the US Ambassador to Việt Nam Daniel Kritenbrink said ahead of the 25th anniversary of two countries’ diplomatic ties. 

What does the future hold for relations between Vietnam and US?

As the 25th anniversary of US-Viet Nam diplomatic ties draws near, Professor H. Bruce Franklin, one of America’s leading historians and the author of many books on the American war in Vietnam like Vietnam War, Vietnam and America and Vietnam & other American Fantasies shared his thoughts about US- Viet Nam relations with Viet Nam News

Moscow push to reduce UN cross-border aid to Syria fails A Russian bid to get the United Nations to reduce cross-border humanitarian aid to war-torn Syria was voted down by the Security Council on Wednesday, an official said.

New French PM to unveil reshuffled cabinet France's new Prime Minister Jean Castex was on Monday expected to unveil a reshuffled government tasked with helping the economy brave its worst crisis since World War II and injecting fresh momentum into the presidency of Emmanuel Macron.

Việt Nam protests illegal Chinese military drill on Paracel islands Previously, China also announced the establishment of administrative districts in the East Sea to govern over both Hoàng Sa and Trường Sa (Spratly) islands, which also met with a rebuke from Việt Nam.

Russian Ambassador optimistic about constitutional amendments

The Russian embassy in Việt Nam opened its door on Wednesday from 8am to 8pm to welcome Russian nationals coming to vote on proposed amendments to the Consitution, the same day with voting day in Russia.

VN coast guards support poor fishermen after social distancing

Coast guards donated money, rice and medical masks to help local fishermen to overcome difficulties after social distancing.