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French Ambassador to Vietnam Olivier Brochet applauded veteran Vietnamese paralympic athlete Le Van Cong for his outstanding performance at the Paris 2024 Paralympics, presenting him with a traditional letter of congratulations. Brochet expressed his hope that Cong would continue to excel and achieve further success at the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics. He commended Cong for not only his impressive athletic achievements but also for spreading a message of perseverance and inspiring confidence in the public. The ambassador wished for enhanced sports cooperation between Vietnam and France and highlighted the success of the Paris 2024 Paralympics in fostering a competitive spirit among international para-athletes. Olivier affirmed his commitment to sending cooperation proposals to the Vietnamese Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, strengthening the bond between the two nations in the realm of sports. French Ambassador to Vietnam Olivier Brochet congratulates Vietnamese w...

“Ban Me Dance” Traditional Art and Fashion Show: A Cultural Extravaganza The “Ban Me Dance” traditional art and fashion show, held in Buon Ma Thuot City, Dak Lak Province, captivated both locals and visitors with its vibrant celebration of cultural heritage. The event, which took place on October 19, marked a significant milestone: the 120th anniversary of the establishment of Dak Lak Province and Buon Ma Thuot City’s journey over the same period. Organized by the Buon Ma Thuot People’s Committee in collaboration with Viet Mode Co., Ltd., the program aimed to preserve and promote the traditional brocade art forms of Dak Lak’s ethnic minorities. Set beneath the ancient and majestic Cinnamomum camphora tree on the grounds of the Bao Dai Palace, the event exuded a mystical and enchanting ambiance. The performances showcased a stunning array of brocade costumes and revived ancient crafts such as weaving, wood carving, pottery, and basket weaving. It was a true fusion of art, with musi...

The weather forecast in different regions In the Northwest region, the weather is predicted to be cloudy and sunny during the day, and light rain at night. The lowest temperature will be between 21-24 degrees and the highest temperature will be between 27-30 degrees, with some places reaching over 30 degrees. In the Northeast region, the weather will be cloudy with sunny days, and there may be thunderstorms in some areas at night. During thunderstorms, tornadoes, lightning, and strong winds are possible. The lowest temperature will be between 22-25 degrees and the highest temperature will be between 27-30 degrees, with some places reaching over 30 degrees. In Thanh Hoa – Thua Thien Hue, the weather will be cloudy and sunny during the day, with high temperatures, and moderate to heavy rain in the evening and night. During thunderstorms, tornadoes, lightning, and strong winds are possible. The lowest temperature will be between 22-25 degrees and the highest temperature will be betw...

Dominique Tham (Nha Trang Dolphins) It would be no exaggeration to say that Dominique Tham is the biggest discovery of the 2022 VBA.  The born-in-1996 player is 1.95m tall and weighs 109kg. Dominique Tham’s great physique gave opposing defenders ‘nightmares.’ His ball-catching accuracy rate was 7.6 times per game in the 2022 VBA group stage, surpassing that of all other foreign players. He gained a high rebound score of 17.5 and 16.5 points in two games. His shot accuracy was 52 percent, making him the Vietnamese-born player scoring the highest points in the 2022 VBA group stage. Michael Soy (L) of the Danang Dragons is interviewed after a 2022 VBA game. Photo: VBA Michael Soy (Danang Dragons) At the 2022 VBA season, Michael Soy showed great progress.  The only Vietnamese-born player of the Danang Dragons, Michael Soy was sent out onto the court by coach Phan Thanh Canh for 463 out of 480 minutes of the season. Overcoming other excellent shooters, M...

A visit to the central city of Da Nang offers guests an unforgettable experience as the city is home to plenty of exciting activities, with many travelers choosing to rent a motorbike to tour around the area which is particularly popular among travel lovers. Neighbouring Da Nang is the cultural city of Hoi An, which is an unmissable destination on any visit to central Vietnam. Taking a boat on the Hoai river in Hoi An is a great suggestion for visitors who are keen on witnessing the sunset and enjoying tranquility. Located in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai, Sa Pa is situated amid the natural beauty of terraces mingling with green trees. Ham Rong Mountain is widely considered to be a prominent tourism spot in Sa Pa which plays an important role in the transition of economic structure of the locality. In addition, Sa Pa Stone Church has been nominated by the Vietnam Records Book Centre (VietKings) as one of the top five over 100-year-old churches ...

Minister of External Affairs S. Jaishankar. File. | Photo Credit: PTI India will always stand with the Global South and seek to strengthen the U.N.’s effectiveness, said External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on October 24 on the annual commemorative day celebrating the creation of the United Nations. “India’s ongoing tenure as the member of the UNSC has reflected our principled approach of promoting dialogue and diplomacy to meet contemporary challenges. India will always stand with the Global South and seek to strengthen the UN’s effectiveness,” he said. “Our focus on reformed multilateralism, rule of law, and a fair and equitable international system is aimed at ensuring UN’s continued relevance,” he added. As the U.N.’s founding member, India remains committed to its purposes and principles, Mr. Jaishankar said. “Our contributions to implementing the goals of the Charter are a reflection of this commitment.” During his 11-day U.S. visit last month, the External Af...

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh welcomes the President of the Cambodian Senate Samdech Say Chhum. Photo: VGP Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had a meeting with visiting President of the Cambodian Senate Samdech Say Chhum in Hanoi on October 25, VNA reported. PM Chinh congratulated Cambodia on the success of the recent election of People’s Councils at the communal and ward levels with the great victory of the Cambodian People’s Party (CPP), as well as the comprehensive achievements that the country has gained, especially in the Covid-19 fight. He hailed Cambodia’s contributions as the ASEAN and AIPA Chair in 2022, expressing his belief that the relevant high-level meetings in Phnom Penh in November will be successful, contributing to building an ASEAN Community of peace, stability and prosperity, and enhancing the status and role of Cambodia in the region and the world. The Vietnamese leader affirmed that Vietnam stays persistent to its foreign policy of independence, self...