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Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Le Minh Hoan. Photo: VNA During the working visit, the Vietnamese delegation aims to persuade the European Commission (EC) to lift the yellow card for illegal, unreported or unregulated fishing (IUU) before the fourth inspection takes place. Minister Le Minh Hoan emphasized the Vietnamese Government’s commitment to transforming agriculture in an ecological, green, and sustainable direction. This commitment stems from Vietnam’s desire to fulfill international commitments, promote agricultural development while protecting the environment, conserving resources for future generations, and contributing to global sustainable development. Furthermore, Minister Le Minh Hoan highlighted Vietnam’s dedication to developing a transparent, responsible, and sustainable agricultural sector as it has become a major global food supplier. Regarding the IUU issue, Minister Le Minh Hoan stated that Vietnam saw the EC’s yellow card as both a cha...

With a rich history spanning over 200 years, the sedge mat weaving village in Binh Dinh is renowned and officially recognized as a traditional craft village by the Binh Dinh province’s People’s Committee. Photo: Truyenhinhdulich The village experiences an influx of tourists during the harvest season, drawn to its traditional sedge mat industry. Professional photographers flock to capture the beauty of this village, creating awe-inspiring works of art. For generations, the locals have been involved in the cultivation and weaving of sedge mats, with the craft being passed down through their families. These mats not only serve as practical household items but also represent the rich cultural heritage of the Vietnamese people. The sedge harvest occurs during the season of abundant growth, known as the “ripe” sedge season, which coincides with April to June, when the summer heat is intense. From the early morning hours, as the sun’s gentle rays illuminate the day, diligent fa...

The international travel website Agoda has announced a 33% increase in searches from international visitors planning a long stay in Vietnam. This follows the news that the National Assembly has approved an extension of the e-visa time limit, from 30 days to 90 days, and the length of stay for visa-free visitors has increased from 15 days to 45 days. Prospects from long-stay guests According to Agoda, the number of accommodation searches by visitors from France increased by 72%, the Netherlands by 45%, New Zealand by 41%, Germany by 40%, and the US by 38%. The US is also leading in terms of total searches of Vietnam destinations, surpassing Australia, Canada, and Germany. “These guests often have to travel by long and expensive return flights, so they plan to stay longer. The data shows a positive signal toward Vietnam’s goal of attracting 8 million tourists this year. In the first six months of the year, Vietnam’s tourism industry welcomed about 6 million international visitors,...

Once a craft village for copper casting since the 15th century, the Ngu Xa area is now better known as the capital’s funky cultural-cuisine rendezvous. Visitors to Pearl Island – Ngu Xa night food street and pedestrian area in Truc Bach Ward, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi. Photo: Duy Khanh The Pearl Island – Ngu Xa night food street and pedestrian area in Truc Bach Ward, Ba Dinh District, draws more than 3,000 visitors on weekends and about 2,500 on weekdays, according to the People’s Committee of Truc Bach Ward. The city’s new food and entertainment hub After only three months of trial, the Pearl Island – Ngu Xa area has developed into a captivating culinary destination of Hanoi, according to Nguyen Dan Huy, Chairman of the People’s Committee of Truc Bach Ward. “Diverse culinary and cultural events have all been held in such a short time, including the ‘Spring Culinary Competition’ involving eight renowned restaurants in the city; folk art and music perform...