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The purpose of the visit is to encourage them to remain strong in protecting the country’s sea and island sovereignty. In Ly Son district, the officers and reporters toured administrative units and brought gifts to the staff working at the Ly Son Radar Station. The delegation deliver Tet gifts to soldiers and local people in Con Co island district of Quang Tri province. For their participation, military units have planned duty timetables to ensure their staff can enjoy a cozy Tet, which is the country’s largest festival of the year. The post Preparatory visit made to isolated island districts before Tet appeared first on Vietexplorer.com .

Vietnam News Today (Jan. 26) notable headlines Philippine President to make state visit to Vietnam Special preferential import tariffs issued to boost Vietnam-Cambodia trade Petrol prices rise in latest adjustment Bookings for Tet tours on the rise Vietnam introduces program for English-teaching foreigners Vietnam remains 7th largest seafood supplier for Canada HCM City to hold fireworks shows at 8 venues on Lunar New Year’s Eve Vietnam continues to call for ceasefire in Gaza Strip Latvia aspires to boost all-around cooperation with Vietnam Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr (Photo: Manila Times) Philippine President to make state visit to Vietnam Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr. and his spouse are set to pay a state visit to Vietnam from January 29 to 30. The visit is made at the invitation of President Vo Van Thuong and his wife, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on January 25. In recent years, the relationship b...

According to the National Center for Hydrometeorological Forecasting, the weather has been extremely cold in the Northern and north-central regions. In some areas, there has even been frost in the northern highlands. It is strongly recommended that people wear warm clothing when outdoors, as the cold waves and rain can be detrimental to their health, especially in mountainous areas. Heavy rain can also impact sightseeing, tourism activities, and the safety of vehicles on the roads. This harsh weather conditions can also have an effect on livestock, poultry, and the growth of plants. Weather Forecast in Different Regions Northwest region: The weather forecast predicts cold and rainy conditions in the early mornings and at night. High mountain areas may experience frost and snow. The lowest temperature will range between 8-11 degrees, and in some areas, it may even drop below 0 degrees. The highest temperature will range between 11-14 degrees, with some places reaching above 14 degre...

A view of Ho Chi Minh City from above. Photo: VNA Ho Chi Minh City has been named the trendiest Asian destination this year, as compiled by the famous United States-based travel website Travel off Path, VOV reported Thursday. According to the information given by the website, although Asia has yet to fully reinstate normality like in Europe, there’s no denying that the situation is in a much better place now than it was at the beginning of the year. For instance, it added that several Asian countries which had completely banned tourism in response to the health crisis now welcome them back with open arms, without all of the usual pandemic-era bureaucracy. Based on popular online travel agency Kayak’s recent data, Travel off Path released the top seven Asian destinations for visitors to consider in the upcoming year. HCM City topped the list to be named as the trendiest Asian destination for 2023, becoming the most sought-after destination overall. According to details...

Victor Navasky, a US journalist and activist. Photo: VNA Victor Navasky, a US journalist and activist who actively participated in movements against the war in Vietnam, has passed away in New York at the age of 90, VNA reported, citing local media on January 25. His death, in a hospital on January 23, was caused by pneumonia, said his son, Bruno Navasky. According to The New York Times, Victor Saul Navasky was born on July 5, 1932, on the Upper West Side, the second child of Macy and Esther (Goldberg) Navasky. His father was the part owner of a clothing manufacturing business, and his mother was her husband’s secretary and bookkeeper. Navasky attended the Rudolph Steiner School, then the Little Red School House, and Elisabeth Irwin High School in Greenwich Village, both popular with families on the bohemian left. He received a bachelor’s degree in 1954 from Swarthmore College and served two years in the Army, working as a medic outside Anchorage and writing for and edit...

That is the meaning of the “Xong dat” (first footing), a Tet tradition in Vietnam, which has been passed down through generations and continued with equal enthusiasm today, To ensure good luck for the house, the selected “first foot” is normally required to have zodiac signs compatible with the host. He or she should also be successful and content with life.  The invited guest usually visits the house in the morning of the first day of the Lunar New Year, bringing with him small gifts for the family, including lucky money in red envelops for children. He greets each member, wishing the old with longevity, businessmen with thriving prosperity, and kids with good academic achievements.  The host generously welcomes the special guest, offering the family’s best New Year treats, wine or tea.  Some families choose a member to become the first to enter the house. In this case, the “first foot” normally goes out and comes home after midnight with a spring branch,...

The flower festival officially opens at 6:00 pm on Sunday. Being held along Ban Nguyet (Crescent) Lake, the spring flower road is divided into three segments dedicated to Phu (Wealth), My (Beauty), and Hung (Prosperity) themes. The ‘Wealth’ segment includes miniatures of bumper crops and red envelopes symbolizing the affluence. In addition, statues of cats, the zodiac animal of the upcoming lunar year, gold ingots, and bags of golden coins are to be on display in the segment. Meanwhile, the ‘Beauty’ section is decorated with miniatures featuring the culture of various countries. The ‘Prosperity’ segment shows the development and expectations for a brighter 2023, when Phu My Hung Corporation, the organizer of the flower festival, will celebrate its 30th anniversary. “I come here every year to have good moments with my family and friends. Miniature landscapes are eye-catching and diversified,” said Tra, a Phu My Hung resident. Thuy An, residing in District 1, excitedly s...