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Charming portrait of Huong Giang at int’l transgender pageant

Vietnamese representative Huong Giang and other transgender contestants look graceful in their portraits at Miss International Queen 2018.

Vietnamese fashionistas join Paris and Milan Fashion Weeks

Vietnamese fashionistas Chau Bui, Decao, Nga Nguyen, Thao Tien, Kelbin Lei are now in Paris and Milan for the two world-famous fashion weeks.

Swedish mezzo-soprano Anne Sofie von Otter to perform in Vietnam

VietNamNet Bridge – Audience in Hanoi will have the opportunity to experience Swedish two-time Grammy winner Anne Sofie von Otter and her extraordinary voice in this one-night-only performance on March 2. 

Hanoi to host first dragon boat racing festival

 The capital city of Hanoi will organise a dragon boat racing festival for the first time from 10:00 to 15:00 on February 24.

Numerous festivals kick off amid Tet atmosphere

 The Bai Dinh Pagoda Festival officially opened in Gia Vien district in the northern province of Ninh Binh on February 21, with the attendance of Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam.

Memorable Years of The Dog in Vietnam's history

 Memorable Years of The Dog in Vietnam's history

Hanoi streets brightly decorated to welcome Tet

Many streets around the capital city of Hanoi have been colourfully decorated with flower displays and decorative signage to welcome the Lunar New Year Festival.

An opportunity to promote Vietnamese stage arts

 The first-ever World Performing Arts Festival will be staged in the central coastal city of Da Nang from July 1-7, providing a good opportunity to promote the Vietnamese stage arts.

2018 spring calligraphy festival set for Feb. 9

The 2018 spring calligraphy festival will be held at Ho Van in Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam (Temple of Literature) from February 9-25.

Tuong Linh becomes Miss Popularity at Miss Intercontinental 2017

Vietnamese representative Tuong Linh took home the Miss Popularity award as she finished in the top 18 of Miss Intercontinental 2017.

Exhibition showcases Japan’s contemporary netsuke carved of wood

 An exhibition on “Contemporary Wood-Carved Netsuke” will open at Japan Foundation Center for Cultural Exchange in Vietnam on January 24.

Hien Anh to judge at Miss & Mrs India International in Singapore

 Vietnamese singer Dinh Hien Anh will serve as a judge for the finale night of Miss & Mrs India International 2017.

India helps Quang Nam preserve My Son Sanctuary

 The Indian Government has provided financial assistance worth over 50 billion VND (2.2 million USD) to the central province of Quang Nam to help restore and preserve the world cultural heritage site of My Son Sanctuary, a local official has said.

Da Lat goes effulgent with 7th flowers festival

 The 7th Da Lat Flowers Festival opened at Lam Vien Square in Da Lat city, the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong on December 23 under the theme of “Da Lat Flowers - A Miracle from the Good Earth”.

German-style market rings in Christmas in Hanoi

 A German- style Christmas Market is taking place for the first time ever in Hanoi, bringing the Christmas atmosphere to the city dwellers.

Made-in-Vietnam robot used in Hanoi coffee shop

Located in Lac Trung street, Hanoi, the robotic coffee shop has attracted a large number of customers these days with a robot serving drinks to the tables.

BUSINESS IN BRIEF 11/12

 Investments in drugstore chains turn active, First P2P lending platform launched, Vietnam attracts many Chinese investors' attention, Thu Thiem land selling quickly and sustainably, Chinese firm completes garment-textile production chain in Vietnam 

Lower Mekong countries, the US enhance cooperation

 Concerted efforts are needed to enhance cooperation between the governments of Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, Viet Nam and the US in a number of areas, including education, energy security, food security, agriculture and health.

Private pre-schools in HCMC undergo complete overhaul

 Standing Deputy Chairman of Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Le Thanh Liem signed a document that private preschools in the city have to complete overhaul.

Vietnam musical prodigies bring piano and flute concert to Hanoi

 Two young musical maestros Luu Duc Anh and Nguyen Ly Huong will collaborate to organize Duo-Flute& Piano concert at the French Culture Centre, L’Espace in Hanoi on December 9.