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Telstar Vietnam, a UK-invested company in Bac Giang province. Photo: VNA Swiss daily Tribune de Gèneve has recently published an article hailing Vietnam as a new destination for foreign companies, according to VNA. The article said Vietnam recorded the strongest economic growth in Asia in 2022 following a period of closure due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Switzerland is well-positioned to leverage advantages brought about by the Vietnamese economy. Two-way trade between Switzerland and Vietnam hit about USD 3.2 billion in 2020. Hundreds of Swiss companies have been among the most important European investors present in Vietnam. In particular, the Swiss industrial equipment sector should fully tap the growing trend of “Made in Vietnam” products. According to the article, the industrial boom in Vietnam could be clearly felt when entering the Van Trung Industrial Park, which is an hour’s drive to the north of Hanoi. Early in the morning, many people were lining up in front of...

Hidden away in the Central Highlands, Dalat plays the cooler cousin to Vietnam’s seaside destinations. Famous for its countryside charm, Dalat draws couples, wellness seekers, and outdoor enthusiasts. This mountain resort town was once a summer getaway for the French, who left their mark in the European-inspired architecture and countless lakes. Dalat’s main lake is the center of the action, but amazing natural wonders await in the hills all around. Photo: MIA Ankroet is the most beautiful land and place that was discovered by Dr. Yersin. This is also considered a suitable land for resort and development in the future. Ankroet is the name given by a French person meaning “wild and peaceful”, and you can enjoy the lovely melody of nature here all day and night. This waterfall belongs to the population of Dan Kia lake – Golden stream (Suoi Vang), located at the foot of Lang Biang mountain. Photo: Halo Travel Ankroet Waterfall is located not far from the city cen...

At the signing ceremony. Source: British Embassy in Vietnam The Vietnamese Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs, and the British Embassy in Vietnam on February 21 held a seminar in Hanoi to promote bilateral cooperation in vocational education, VNA reported. The event was the first official activity to realize the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on vocational education cooperation signed by the two Governments on April 5, 2022, which is also the first of its kind at the Government level between Vietnam and an international partner. Speaking at the event, Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs Le Tan Dung noted that the event takes place at a time when Vietnam and the UK are celebrating the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties, which is an important milestone in the context that the UK-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement already took effect. However, developing a workforce that meets the requirements of the international market remains a challenge fo...

The team of the Vietnam People’s Army searches a location in Hatay province of Turkey. Photo: VNA On behalf of the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Hakan Cakil expressed his thanks to search and rescue teams of countries, including those from the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA), for their effort in Hatay province following the devastating earthquake. Meeting the VPA’s search and rescue team, Ambassador Cakil once again thanked them and the Vietnamese Government for providing necessities for Turkey. He said medicines, medical equipment as well as other equipment sent by Vietnam are extremely important to the Turkish people at this time. Cakil said he is moved by the Vietnamese soldiers’ sentiment when knowing that they withdrew part of their salary to support the Turkish people. Turkey always wishes to develop relations with Vietnam in all aspects, he said, adding that the practical support of the Vietnamese team when Turkey is in difficulties is also one of ...

The collection, Eternal Passion, features 30 ready-to-wear designs for women and men in Vietnamese materials. Shoes and accessories are also included. Tuan used the images of Vietnamese flowers to highlight his hand-embroidered designs. The images were used on clothes worn by the royalty of the Nguyen dynasty (1802-1945). Tuan worked with Vietnamese and Thai fashion models to perfect every design from his collection Eternal Passion on the catwalk. Bangkok Design Week 2023 opened on February 4 with the theme “urban’NICE’zation” and took place in nine districts around Bangkok. It included a series of showcases, exhibitions and workshops. Vietnamese culture and lifestyle are among Tuan’s creative sources of inspiration. They have been created by the designer since he entered the industry ten years ago. Tuan began his career in 2013 after his first collection called Under Water was released. He has presented his latest styles and trends through different collections for wo...

The shows were organised at Mohammed V Theatre in Rabat and Mohammed Zefzaf Theatre in Casablanca on February 9-10, attracting hundreds of local people, as well as foreign diplomats in Morocco and members of the overseas Vietnamese living and working there. Addressing the event, Vietnamese Ambassador to Morocco Dang Thi Thu Ha introduced international friends to Vietnamese culture, while briefing them on the country’s socio-economic development achievements over the past year and highlighting the development of the relationship between the two countries. The art programmes saw performances by artists from the Army Music and Dance Theater, as well as the Performing Arts Department under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.   A number of songs, dances, and musical instrument performances took audiences to many different regions across Vietnam. Vietnamese artists also offered Moroccan friends unique gifts by performing famous songs such as “Casablanca”,...