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According to VNA, the founding congress of the Vietnamese Women Federation (VWF) in Europe was attended by nearly 400 women representing Vietnamese women’s associations in nearly 20 European countries. The congress took place in Prague, the Czech Republic on September 9. Executive Committee of the Vietnamese Women Federation in Europe and guests. Photo: Tuan Hoang During the congress, the participants discussed the federation’s operation orientations for the next five years. They also focused on measures to support the establishment of organizations for Vietnamese women in countries where such organizations do not exist. Additionally, they discussed how to assist member organizations in developing their own operational plans. The attendees also shared ideas on supporting poor women and orphans in both Vietnam and European countries. A 43-member standing board of the federation was elected during the congress. Nguyen Viet Trieu, the president of the Vietnamese Women’s Ass...

Attending the Vietnamese Festival in Yokohama, the capital city of Kanagawa prefecture of Japan, offered the Japanese people unforgettable experiences. They had the opportunity to engage in traditional activities such as painting Dong Ho folk paintings, creating “to he” (traditional rice powder toy figurines), and witnessing water puppet performances. These cultural interactions left a lasting impression on all those who participated in the festival. The Vietnam Festival in Kanagawa 2023, scheduled for September 9-10, aims to provide Japanese people with a unique cultural experience of Vietnam. The event features captivating art performances, including puppet shows performed by the talented artists of the Vietnam Puppet Theater. Attendees will also have the opportunity to enjoy mesmerizing ethnic music and dance performances, featuring the enchanting Quan Ho folk songs of Bac Ninh, a UNESCO-recognized intangible cultural heritage. Japanese people enjoy unique Vietnamese art ...

Post office buildings in the United States display a diverse range of architectural styles, from classical characteristics to the unique charm of vernacular design. While often overlooked by visitors, these post offices hold great historical significance. Next time you visit the United States, take a moment to appreciate the role of local post offices and compare them to these five magnificent examples from across the country. Frontenac, New York One of the many small islands on the St. Lawrence River and Eastern Lake Ontario, Round Island was once home to the luxurious New Frontenac Hotel. Although the hotel was destroyed by fire in 1911, its boat-accessible post office still remains. The exact opening date of the Frontenac Post Office is unknown, but it is believed to have opened sometime between 1878 and 1890. This architectural gem is a must-see for anyone interested in stunning designs, just like the most beautiful mansion in New York—and every other state. Charleston, Sou...

Vietnam News Today (Sep. 12) notable headlines US President Biden thanks Vietnam for their warm welcome HCM City promotes cooperation with French partners Vietnam-Saudi Arabia Business Forum opens in Hanoi Petrol prices kept unchanged, oil prices up in latest adjustment Enterovirus, adenovirus identified as cause of pink eye in HCM City Vietnam completing procedures to export durian to India: Official Vietjet, US’s Carlyle sign MoU for aircraft funding Vietnam, RoK cooperate to streamline customs procedures Vietnam, US issue Joint Leaders’ Statement President Joe Biden uploads a post on his Twitter account, sharing photos of the welcome ceremony held by Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong for him at the Presidential Palace in Hanoi. US President Biden thanks Vietnam for their warm welcome “Thank you for the warm welcome, Vietnam. I know this will be a historic visit,” said United States President Joe Biden in a post on his Twitter account late on Se...

The ‘Glorifying Vietnamese Cuisine Culture’ festival is organized to celebrate International Chefs’ Day on October 20 and to honor chefs and the art of cooking. The three-day festival is jointly hosted by the Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Association, the Saigon Professional Chefs Guild, and the Vietnam Culinary Conservation, Research, and Development Center, and is expected to attract 50,000 visitors. The festival will showcase 120 booths featuring a variety of delicacies to satisfy both residents and visitors. During a press briefing on Tuesday, Nguyen Thi Khanh, chairwoman of the Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Association, emphasized that the festival aims to honor future generations of chefs and those with outstanding achievements in the culinary field. It also aims to inspire young people and women to pursue their passion for cooking. One of the highlights of the festival is the introduction of the first food map of Vietnam, which includes 126 typical dishes from all 63 provinces and citi...

The festival, with the theme “Hello Saitama”, is one of the celebratory events organized to mark the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Japan. During the opening ceremony, Ambassador Pham Quang Hieu emphasized that the bilateral relationship is currently in its strongest stage of development, with a focus on economic and cultural cooperation, as well as people-to-people exchanges. Vietnamese festivals in Japan have become highly anticipated cultural exchange events for both Japanese friends and the Vietnamese community in Japan, reflecting the close ties between the two countries. The three-day festival features various attractions such as star lanterns, lion dance performances, and mooncakes. Additionally, over 60 booths have been set up to showcase and promote the unique Vietnamese cuisine and handicrafts. Prior to this event, the Vietnamese Consulate General in Fukuoka also organized a celebration on August 31st to commemorate the...