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The Belgian Culture & Food Festival 2023 (B.Fest 2023) opened in the northern port city of Hai Phong on October 6 evening as a celebration of the 50th founding anniversary of diplomatic relations between Belgium and Vietnam. This three-day event, co-organized by the Embassy of Belgium and the DEEP C Industrial Zones, introduces visitors to premium craft beers directly imported from Belgium and specialty dishes steeped in Belgian style. At the opening ceremony of B.Fest 2023. Belgian Ambassador Karl Van den Bossche stated that this festival provides an opportunity for tourists and Hai Phong residents to enjoy one of Belgium’s most important culinary export products and unique cultural experiences. Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Le Khac Nam affirmed that the event contributed to laying the foundation for the development of bilateral ties in the years to come. He emphasized that the support of the Vietnamese and Belgian people will create conditions ...

Vietnam treasures and advocates deepening its strategic partnership with Italy, said Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh during a reception in Hanoi on October 6 for President of Lombardy region Attilio Fontana and an Italian delegation, as reported by VNA. Prime Minister Chinh commended the visit, which coincides with the celebration of the 50th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties and the 10th anniversary of strategic partnership between the two countries. Fontana, in his report on the outcomes of his visit, emphasized the importance of Vietnam as a partner to Italy. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (R) and President of Lombardy region Attilio Fontana. Photo: VNA Fontana highly praised Vietnam’s potential for sustainable and comprehensive development, mentioning its sound development policies and directions, “human-centered” approach, and young population. The delegation proposed measures to enhance bilateral ties in various sectors such as agriculture, in...

Khanh Hoa and Japanese people at a meeting to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Japan. Photo: NDO Sincere feelings More than four years ago, when Sakae, a Japanese citizen, came to Nha Trang-Khanh Hoa, he was captivated by the natural beauty and warm welcome of the people. He decided to settle in Khanh Hoa and currently works at a seafood processing company in Cam Ranh city, specializing in exporting products to the Japanese market. Sakae acknowledges the strong friendship between the people of Nha Trang-Khanh Hoa and Japan, which influenced his decision to choose this location. Similar sentiments are shared by Kyoko, who has been living in Nha Trang for nearly ten years and is engaged in remote administrative work for a Japanese company. She has been astounded by the similarities between Nha Trang and her hometown in Niigata, Japan, including the stunning natural environment and the kind-heartedness of the locals. Vietn...

Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Tran Sy Thanh (R) receives visiting President of Italy’s Lombardy region Attilio Fontana. Photo: Hanoi.gov.vn Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Tran Sy Thanh received President Attilio Fontana of Italy’s Lombardy region and an Italian delegation. They discussed potential areas of cooperation between the two regions, including transport, smart urban areas, bioenergy, green energy transition, education, high-quality personnel training, and clean agriculture. Chairman Tran Sy Thanh commended the achievements of Lombardy and expressed his hope for increased collaboration in infrastructure development, mechanics, renewable energy, environment, and training in architecture and fashion. He also acknowledged the role of the Italian Embassy in promoting friendship and cooperation between the two countries. President Fontana, during a meeting with Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, affirmed Vietnam’s importance as a partner o...

Hoa emerged as the victor out of a pool of 17 other competitors, securing the prestigious title during the coronation ceremony held at the esteemed Hoa Binh Theater in District 10. The newly crowned champion, Nguyen Thi Ngoc Chau, has successfully surpassed last year’s winner and is now poised to represent her country in the forthcoming Miss Universe International 2023 pageant. This prestigious event is scheduled to take place in El Salvador on November 18. The prestigious titles of first and second runner-up were awarded to Nguyen Thi Huong Ly and Trinh Thi Hong Dang, respectively. Bui Quynh Hoa during the Q&A portion at the Miss Universe Vietnam 2023 finale in Ho Chi Minh City, September 29, 2023. Photo: Phuong Quyen / Tuoi Tre During Friday’s finale, the 18 contestants showcased their talents in five rounds: introductions, national costumes, swimsuits, evening gowns, and the Q&A portion. After the initial four rounds, the panel of judges meticulously handpicke...

Hiroe K. from Tokyo had previously resided in Hanoi before relocating to Ho Chi Minh City. While in Hanoi, she frequently opted to dine in and didn’t often eat out. However, on the occasions when she did, she would invariably select pho as her preferred choice. Hiroe enjoys eating pho, a Vietnamese dish, once to twice per month. She has a particular interest in the traditional Vietnamese dish known as pho, especially when she is in Ho Chi Minh City. “It is fascinating how I can conveniently locate a pho restaurant just steps away from my home. My acquaintances frequently suggest trying pho with flank steak, brisket, and beef tendon, yet I struggle to recall these variations. Consequently, I tend to opt for a special bowl of pho,” she remarked. “The dish is aptly named for its diverse selection of beef options, making it truly special. Its flavors are remarkably delicious, ensuring a delightful culinary experience.” Hiroe discovered a notable distinction between pho in Hanoi and Ho...

Director Dang Nhat Minh was awarded the Grand Prize at the 2023 Bui Xuan Phai Award-For the Love of Hanoi, for his cinematic works related to Hanoi’s historical milestones such as “Hanoi in the Winter of ’46,” “Guava House,” and “Jasmine.” The award ceremony took place in Hanoi on October 5. Born in Hue in 1938, Director and People’s Artist Dang Nhat Minh didn’t move to Hanoi until two years after Capital Liberation Day in 1956. However, over the past 60 years, Hanoi has played a pivotal role in shaping him as an artist-filmmaker, evoking a multitude of emotions. Director Dang Nhat Minh receives the Grand Prize. Photo: VNA “Hanoi in My Heart is something that cannot be replaced, no matter where I go. Hanoi has shaped me as an artist-filmmaker. I have come this far all because of Hanoi,” he said. Dang Nhat Minh’s films reflect his deep attachment and understanding of Hanoi, showcasing different periods of the capital city. “Hanoi in the Winter of ’46,” “Guava House,” ...

The VYMI EduConcert: Mozart & Now is an upcoming classical music event that aims to share the beauty of classical music with the community. The concert will take place on October 14 at the prestigious Hanoi Opera House in Hanoi. Violinist Duong Minh Duc. Photo: VYMI The Vietnam Youth Music Institute (VYMI) is organizing this event, and it will feature seven talented young musicians who will perform alongside the Vietnam National Symphony Orchestra (VNSO) and Maestro Honna Tetsuji. The concert offers a unique opportunity for the audience to immerse themselves in classical music while participating in inspiring discovery activities. The VYMI has carefully designed and curated the entire experience, focusing on engagement, exploration, listening, and emotion, to provide the most inspiring classical music experience for the audience. The VYMI EduConcert: Mozart & Now in 2023 will showcase a program consisting of four masterpieces by renowned composer Wolfgang ...

The contestants of Miss Grand International 2023 had the opportunity to visit a famous historical site in Hanoi on October 5. They were captivated by the beautifully crafted frames showcasing the development of Hanoi. The historical grandeur of the monument is enhanced by 60 stunning females dressed in vibrantly colored ao dai , or traditional long Vietnamese women’s dresses. During their pageant, the contestants also visited prominent landmarks in Hanoi such as Sword Lake, Ngoc Son Temple, and Temple of Literature. This month-long event, taking place from October 3 to 25, will bring the beauties to various locations in Vietnam, including Halong, Danang, Hoi An, Hue, and Ho Chi Minh City. It presents a great opportunity for Vietnam to promote tourism globally through photos and videos of the contestants. On October 5, the “Hanoi in My Heart” photo exhibition with the theme “Hanoi – 15 years after administrative border extension” was inaugurated at the Temple of Literature-Im...

The Monsoon Music Festival 2023 is scheduled to take place from October 14th to 22nd at the prestigious Thang Long Imperial Citadel, as well as various other venues within the captivating Hoan Kiem District of Hanoi. Musician Quoc Trung, who is heading the organizing committee and serving as the general director of the program, has announced that the theme for the Monsoon Music Festival 2023 will be “Hang Nhac Street” (Street of Music). This concept draws inspiration from the historic Hang streets in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, which were known for their diverse trades. Each Hang represents a different trade, contributing to the cultural richness of the area. Musician Quoc Trung presents the highlights of the Monsoon Music Festival 2023 at a press conference. Photo: Ngo Minh/The Hanoi Times “We are dedicated to bringing music to every corner of Hanoi’s streets, providing a truly fulfilling experience for our community to enjoy the arts,” stated Trung. The Monsoon Music Festiv...

As of 3:00 pm on Wednesday, the fourth official day of competition at the quadrennial continental sporting event, China has asserted its dominance in the medal tally. They have secured an impressive count of 59 gold medals, along with 34 silver medals and 13 bronze medals. The team achieved a remarkable feat by surpassing the South Korean delegation, who claimed 15 gold medals, 16 silvers, and 22 bronzes. Additionally, they outperformed Japan, who managed to secure nine gold medals, 21 silvers, and 21 bronzes. Among the nations of Southeast Asia, Thailand is currently in the lead in the medal standings. They have earned a total of five gold medals, one silver medal, and seven bronze medals. The Thai athletes excelled in the sport of sailing and were able to secure three gold medals for their outstanding performances. Two additional gold medals were earned in the taekwondo competitions, specifically in the men’s 63kg and women’s 49kg weight divisions. In terms of medal count, Indon...

The event will see the performance of Vietnamese-American classical pianist Nguyen Quynh who will present a new work by American composer Paul Chihara exclusively written for her. Paul Chihara was the founder and chairman of the UCLA Visual Media graduate programme, which is devoted to training composers for film, Broadway musicals, and/or the concert stage. The concert will comprise two parts, featuring four works by Samuel Barber, Paul Chihara, Anton Webern and Arnold Schönberg. The Hanoi-born Nguyen Quynh has studied the piano since she was four years old. Quynh currently serves in the faculty of Hunter College and International Keyboard Institute and Festival in New York. She has performed extensively throughout the United States and Europe, including Hungary, Germany, Switzerland, Austria and France. The post Concert to be held to celebrate Vietnam-US ties appeared first on Vietexplorer.com . View more from VietExplorer: Amazing Record-Breaking Bridge...

Addressing the ceremony, Nguyen Thi Hai Nhung, deputy head of the festival organising committee, said it is an event of political meaning that demonstrates the solidarity shared between the nations. Vietnamese and Lao troupes took part in joint performances for local audiences in Dien Bien to celebrate the countries’ relationship, she said. Beginning on the first day of October, the festival was part of activities to mark the 60th anniversary of Vietnam-Laos diplomatic relations and 45 years since the signing of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation between the two countries. It featured an opening ceremony, musical performances, a traditional costume fashion show, an exhibition, and sporting events. The music show involved ten Vietnamese and six Lao troupes who staged more than 60 performances. At the closing ceremony, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism awarded certificates of merit to 24 Vietnamese and Lao delegations. The fourth festival is slated f...

Photo: Wikipedia Anton Zeilinger is a professor of physics at the University of Vienna and a Senior Scientist at the Institute for Quantum Optics and Quantum Information at the Austrian Academy of Sciences. His research group has demonstrated a phenomenon called quantum teleportation, which makes it possible to move a quantum state from one particle to one at a distance. For Anders Irbäck, Chair of the Nobel Committee for Physics, “It has become increasingly clear that a new kind of quantum technology is emerging. We can see that the laureates’ work with entangled states is of great importance, even beyond the fundamental questions about the interpretation of quantum mechanics“. Together with Anton Zeilinger, John Clauser and Alain Aspect were also awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics 2022 “for experiments with entangled photons, establishing the violation of Bell inequalities and pioneering quantum information science“. Anton Zeilinger – Biography Photo: Uniwersyt...

Vietnam Friendship Association Expected to Establish soon" style="max-width:100%; padding:0px; margin:0px;" title="Wakayama's Japan- Vietnam Friendship Association Expected to Establish soon"> Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Pham Binh Minh (R) receives Vice Governor of Japan’s Wakayama Prefecture Shimo Hiroshi. Photo: VGP Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Pham Binh Minh has affirmed that Vietnam is keen on promoting partnership among localities of Vietnam and Japan, considering it as a substantial and effective cooperation channel for both sides to beef up bilateral ties in various fields, VNA reported. In a reception for Vice Governor of Japan’s Wakayama Prefecture Shimo Hiroshi in Hanoi on October 6, the official highlighted that the Vietnam -Japan extensive strategic partnership is in prime time with high political trust despite the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic, and underlined that Japan has been a leading important economic partne...