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With the uplifting theme “Joining Hands to Create a Peaceful World,” the 2024 Festival for Peace commenced on the evening of July 6th, on the southern bank of the Hien Luong-Ben Hai Special National Historical Site, in Quang Tri Province. This festival, a first for Quang Tri, is a celebration of peace and a showcase of Vietnam and its people’s culture and hospitality. The event holds significant meaning as it marks the 70th anniversary of the Geneva Agreement, which brought an end to the First Indochina War and restored peace to the region. It also serves as a tribute to Vietnam’s War Invalids and Martyrs, remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the country. “Peace” and “Love” in multiple languages, symbolizing the festival’s theme. The festival also looks ahead to the 50th anniversary of national reunification, serving as a reminder of the importance of unity and peace. It encourages everyone to come together to build a brighter future for Vietnam, one ...

The Ba Dinh District People’s Committee has announced that the Ngoc Khanh Lake area will be transformed into a pedestrian-friendly space on weekends. A lush, green oasis surrounds Ngoc Khanh Lake in Hanoi’s Ba Dinh District. Photo: Nguyen Them With a total investment of nearly VND30 billion (US$1.2 million) funded by the district, the project aims to enhance the area’s infrastructure, improve stormwater management, and boost the aesthetic appeal of the urban landscape. To create a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere, the district authorities plan to introduce a range of new services and amenities in the Ngoc Khanh Lake area. This includes paving roads, sidewalks, and promenades with stones, as well as increasing the number of trees to ensure a density of one tree per 5m2. Benches, trash cans, public toilets, lighting, and a pedestrian street welcome gate will also be installed. The pedestrian mall is scheduled to open before October 10, coinciding with the 70th annivers...

Ambassadors grace the World Gastronomy Festival with their presence. (Photo: Vietnamese Embassy in Iran) The event was graced by the presence of member countries (France, Vietnam, Lebanon, Senegal, and Switzerland), two observer countries (Argentina and Mexico), and over 300 guests from diplomatic circles and prominent local cultural and artistic figures. The Vietnamese Embassy in Iran poses for a group photo at their booth. (Photo: Vietnamese Embassy in Iran) The Vietnamese Embassy in Iran showcased traditional dishes from their homeland, including pho, spring rolls, and banh bot loc (tapioca steamed dumplings filled with pork and shrimp). They also displayed handicrafts and the elegant ao dai . The festival fosters cultural exchange and mutual understanding among embassies of the Francophone community. (Photo: Vietnamese Embassy in Iran) Vietnam’s booth captivated the attention of festival delegates and guests. Members of the diplomatic corps and I...