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Event promoting pho held in Hanoi By Le Hoang HCMC - The second “Day of Pho (Vietnamese noodle)” was held by Tuoi Tre newspaper and Acecook Vietnam at AEON Mall Long Bien in Hanoi on December 13, with an aim to help boost the dish to the same level of fame as national dishes of other countries such as Italy’s pizza, Japan’s sushi, and Germany’s sausage. With the theme “Honoring Vietnamese Flavor – Journey to the Old Pho ,” the event featured a series of interesting activities such as an exhibition introducing the dish’s 100-year history, discussions on pho , free pho tastings, and an awards ceremony to recognize the outstanding entries of the writing competition “Ky uc ve Pho” (Memories of Pho ). Many pho stalls in Hanoi and HCMC joined the event from December 5 to 12.  Particularly on December 12, some first guests of certain stalls in the two cities received gifts from Acecook Vietnam. Tran Xuan Toan from Tuoi Tre newspaper said that in the coming years, … [Read more...] about Event promoting pho held in Hanoi

Photo exhibition on Vietnam, China’s beauty held in Hanoi The Saigon Times Daily Some visitors at the exhibition - PHOTO: VNA HCMC - The Vietnam News Agency (VNA) has partnered with a magazine of the Guangxi Broadcasting Service (GXBS) to hold a photo exhibition introducing the beauty of Vietnam and China’s nature and people to mark the 10th anniversary of the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries. The exhibition is held at the Hanoi Exhibition Information Center, featuring 100 photos that showcase the beautiful landscapes, heritage sites and major cities of Vietnam and China. Addressing the opening ceremony on December 26, Nguyen Thang, Editor-in-chief of the Vietnam Pictorial, said the comprehensive strategic partnership between Vietnam and China has developed steadily over the years. Particularly, press agencies of the two countries have always supported each other to fulfill their tasks, and this exhibition is a proof of the effective … [Read more...] about Photo exhibition on Vietnam, China’s beauty held in Hanoi

STF and PNJ present scholarships to Hanoi students By Thanh Hoa Representatives of PNJ and STF give scholarships to the students - PHOTO: TUYET LAN HCMC - Phu Nhuan Jewelry Joint Stock Company (PNJ) and the Saigon Times Foundation (STF) under the Saigon Times Group last week granted 10 scholarships worth VND40 million in total to students of University of Economics - Technology for Industries in Hanoi. In addition to the scholarships, PNJ cooperated with the university to organize a “Spread the Golden Trust” program to provide students with necessary skills like how to write a good resume for a job application and job interview tips, launch the “Thank You for Not Littering” program and plant trees on the university’s campus to raise environmental protection awareness among students. There was also a talk on how to survive in the dynamic and competitive business environment, featuring speakers from PNJ. Up to now, PNJ has given scholarships worth more than VND1 … [Read more...] about STF and PNJ present scholarships to Hanoi students

Hilton Hanoi Opera offers unique Tet presents The Saigon Times Daily Hilton Hanoi Opera Hotel's Tet Hamper 2019 - PHOTO: COURTESY OF HILTON HANOI OPERA HOTEL HCMC - This year the Hilton Hanoi Opera Hotel will introduce Tet Hamper 2019 which promises to bring a breath of fresh air for the upcoming Lunar New Year (Tet). The newly-launched and beautifully presented Tet Hamper is the ultimate foodie indulgence and features unparalleled gifts for loved ones, family or friends. Packed with delicious cookies, chocolates, nuts, dried fruits, and a selection of finest wines, the Hilton Tet Hamper is sure to satiate all tastes. Hilton Hanoi Opera’s collection of new Tet Hampers priced from VND800,000 is available for sale at the Bakery until February 4. Orders can be placed via 024 3933 0500 or [email protected] … [Read more...] about Hilton Hanoi Opera offers unique Tet presents

Hanoi holds flower seasons exhibition The Saigon Times Daily Truong Dinh Minh’s photo features a flower vendor in Hanoi - PHOTOS: COURTESY OF THE ORGANIZER HCMC - The Municipal Cultural Center under the Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports is holding an exhibition featuring Hanoi’s 12 flower seasons at the Kim Dong Cultural Center in Hoan Kiem District, Nhan Dan newspaper reports. There are 50 photos depicting the beauty of Hanoi in each of the 12 months when a typical type of flower blossoms. They can be lotus, white daisy, rapeseed, peach, apricot, flamboyant and blackboard tree flowers or others. The photos were selected from nearly 270 entries sent to a contest organized last year. They were voted on “I Love Hanoi” fanpage and the website hanoidep.vn. At the opening ceremony on December 28, the organizer presented prizes to the most-voted photos of each month and the year. Chinaberry flowers bloom in March, taken by Trinh Xuan Giang … [Read more...] about Hanoi holds flower seasons exhibition

Latin American Music Gala held in Hanoi The Saigon Times Daily A Latin dance performance at the 10th Latin American Music Gala - PHOTO: COURTESY OF THE ORGANIZER HCMC - The 10th Latin American Music Gala was organized in Hanoi on January 4 to mark the 60th anniversary of Cuba’s revolution and welcome the new year, the Vietnam News Agency reports. The event was jointly held by the Hanoi Union of Friendship Organizations, the Vietnam-Cuba Friendship Association in Hanoi, and the embassies of Latin American countries in Vietnam. The Latin American Music Gala introduced the cultures of Latin American countries and strengthen the friendship and solidarity between the peoples of Vietnam and these countries. More than 200 delegates attended the event which featured Latin American songs and dances like “Equivocada”, “Me diren Cuba”, “Guantanamera” and “La vida sin ti”. Addressing the event, vice president of the Hanoi Union of Friendship Organizations Tran Thi Phuong … [Read more...] about Latin American Music Gala held in Hanoi

Documentary about Vietnamese painters to be screened in Hanoi The Saigon Times Daily HCMC - The Center for Development of Movie Talent in Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi will screen the documentary “Camouflage: Vietnamese Brush Strokes with History” featuring Vietnamese painters on Saturday, January 19, starting at 7:30 p.m. The film was directed by Bestor Cram and produced by David Thomas in 2017. It shares the stories of multiple generations of Vietnamese painters whose works represent their sacrifice and courage. The stories are about the artists’ strong determination and passion to pursue the art study and career, as well as their personal emotions and challenges. In the backdrop of modern Vietnam, the 76-minute film reveals a little known view of the aftermath of the Vietnam War, showing what has been concealed, what has been hidden, and what has been camouflaged. “Camouflage: Vietnamese Brush Strokes with History” has been introduced at the Woods Hole Film Festival, an annual … [Read more...] about Documentary about Vietnamese painters to be screened in Hanoi

Japanese cherry blossom festival slated for March in Hanoi The Saigon Times Daily Last year’s Japanese cherry blossom festival in Hanoi - PHOTO: VNA HCMC – The Hanoi City government in partnership with the Embassy of Japan in Vietnam will organize the Japanese cherry blossom festival in the capital city from March 29 to 31. Visitors will have a chance to watch and take photos with Japanese cherry blossoms and some special Vietnamese flowers in Ly Thai To Garden in Hoan Kiem District, according to the Vietnam News Agency. The festival also features many cultural activities such as Japanese tea ceremony, chess, Yosakoi (a unique style of Japanese dance typically performed at festivals and events), and folk games. There will be about 20 booths serving Japanese and Vietnamese dishes at the Hanoi Children’s Palace. Particularly, a Japan-Vietnam investment and tourism promotion conference will be held on March 29 as part of the festival. The event will gather leading … [Read more...] about Japanese cherry blossom festival slated for March in Hanoi

Hanoi sees sales of apartments surge in Q4 2018 By Van Ly An illustration photo of VinCity Ocean Park residential project in Hanoi which attracted many customers for its VND1-billion apartments. Hanoi saw sales of apartments surge in the fourth quarter in 2018 - PHOTO: VINCITY HANOI - During the last quarter of 2018, property investors in Hanoi offered 15,100 apartments for sale, up 120% quarter-on-quarter and hitting a record high for quarterly sales so far, with 11,400 units sold, according to a report on the municipal property market released by Savills Vietnam. Do Thu Hang, head of the research department at Savills Vietnam in Hanoi, said that the apartments were offered by eight new residential projects and 28 old ones. The sales in the quarter reaped positive results, up over 80% quarter-on-quarter and nearly 70% year-on-year. Also, Grade B sales volume accounted for the majority of the market share, with Ha Dong, Tu Liem and Gia Lam remaining in leading … [Read more...] about Hanoi sees sales of apartments surge in Q4 2018

South Korean and Vietnamese lawmakers to play friendly football match in Hanoi The Saigon Times Daily Park Hang-Seo’s success as head coach of the Vietnamese national football team has helped promote the friendship between South Korea and Vietnam - PHOTO: VNA HCMC - South Korean and Vietnamese lawmakers will play a friendly football match at Hang Day Stadium in Hanoi on January 18, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea has announced. This is part of a four-day trip to Hanoi, starting on January 17, by 30 South Korean delegates, including 25 members of the Republic of Korea-Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Association. They will also hold various exchange events. This will be the first friendly football match between South Korean and Vietnamese lawmakers and also the first time Vietnamese lawmakers play football with their counterparts from another country. According to the embassy, the success of Park Hang-Seo as head coach of the Vietnamese national football … [Read more...] about South Korean and Vietnamese lawmakers to play friendly football match in Hanoi