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When travelers visit Vietnam, they often begin their journey in either Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, typically overlooking some of the country’s hidden treasures. Phu Quoc, situated off the southern coast of Vietnam and underneath Cambodia, remains relatively unknown, causing many to overlook its beauty. However, similar to other stunning islands in the region, Phu Quoc boasts pristine beaches, lush jungles, luxurious accommodations, and a plethora of activities for visitors to enjoy. Experience the abundance of possibilities on Phu Quoc island. Explore scenic hiking trails leading to breathtaking waterfalls, immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of local fishing villages, and unwind at a beach bar while witnessing a spectacular sunset. Diving enthusiasts can embark on thrilling underwater adventures, discovering colorful tropical fish in their natural habitat. Uncover the island’s renowned specialties by embarking on tours of pepper farms and local sim wine factories, offering a tr...

A Vietnam-Thailand cultural exchange program took place in Ho Chi Minh City on August 30 with the aim of enhancing understanding and connectivity between people of the two countries, as reported by VNA on Wednesday. The program was co-organized by the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO)’s representative office in the southern region, the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union’s chapter in HCM City, the Vietnam-ASEAN Friendship Association in HCM City, and Thailand’s Consulate General in the city. A performance at the exchange program. Source: VUFO’s representative office in the southern region The program marked the 10th anniversary of the Vietnam-Thailand strategic partnership (2003-2023), said Tran Hoang Khanh Van, deputy head of the VUFO’s southern region office. Van highlighted the good relations between the two countries across fields, from politics to defense-security, economy, trade, culture, and education, calling people-to-people exchange a basic founda...

The Southeast Asia smartphone market falls 15% year-on-year in the second quarter of this year. Photo: Ha Noi Moi According to a recent report, the smartphone market in Southeast Asia experienced a 15% decline in the second quarter of this year. This decline has led to an increase in old stock, impacting new initiatives and vendor inventory. As a result, the festive season has been lackluster. This marks the sixth consecutive drop in growth in Southeast Asia’s smartphone market. Despite the decline, Samsung maintained its lead in Southeast Asia, shipping 4.2 million units and gaining a 20% market share. This was driven by the success of its new A-series models. OPPO held the second position with 3.4 million units shipped and a 16% market share. The brand focused on increasing brand visibility for its Find and Reno series and expanding into markets like Malaysia and Thailand. Xiaomi and Transsion both shipped 2.9 million units, each capturing a 14% market share. Xiaomi l...

The figure was measured by the level of interest and search for air tickets and accommodation of users on Google Search . This demand from the Philippines, Malaysia, and Singapore grew steadily every quarter from more than 50 percent to more than 100 percent. Up to 65 percent of the search volume by Vietnamese people targeted destinations in the Southeast Asian region . Outside the region, Vietnamese travelers are most interested in Australia, Japan, India, and the US. Destinations in Southeast Asia are also increasingly popular with foreign visitors. In the beach category, the five most popular names are Kupang (Indonesia), Mersing (Malaysia), Bang Sak (Thailand), Santa Fe (the Philippines), and Quy Nhon (Vietnam). Photo: Vietnam Plus To learn about culture, heritage, and history, tourists must search for information about Bukittinggi (Indonesia), Tawau (Malaysia), Ban Saeo (Thailand), San Fernando (the Philippines), and Vinh (Vietnam). Four destinations with beauti...

Vietnam News Today (Sep. 2) Notable Headlines Foreign Minister receives Japanese CDP leader Vietnam, Egypt celebrate 60 years of diplomatic ties National Day celebration held in Japan, France, Sri Lanka Vietnam to send over 500-member delegation to 19th ASIAD Culture-tourism village hosts activities ‘Happy Independence Day’ Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum – Where people show respect to a great leader International friends want to strengthen cooperation with Vietnam National energy master plan for 2021-2030 approved Vietnam protests use of force against fishing boats Foreign Minister receives Japanese CDP leader Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son hosted a reception for Izumi Kenta, president of the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan (CDP), on August 31 in Hanoi to mark the occasion of the latter’s visit to Vietnam from August 29 to August 31. Vietnam-Japan relationship is now at their best in history. Through the support of the Governments, political parties, and people of the...

In the current era of soaring popularity in women’s football worldwide, female athletes are now receiving a well-deserved monetary compensation for their efforts. They benefit from the expertise of a dedicated full-time coach and have access to world-class training facilities, on par with their male counterparts. Gone are the days when they had to engage in alternative employment as waste collectors. “In the limited amount of time we have had, we have witnessed significant transformations,” expressed Molly Holder, a 24-year-old midfielder currently in her third season at Stoke. “Our daily routine involves an early start to utilize the gym facilities, access to professional physiotherapy services, 20 minutes in the video analysis room, socializing and enjoying team camaraderie while engaging in activities like darts, and nourishing ourselves with delicious meals alongside our teammates. We genuinely feel included and valued as an integral part of the Stoke team.” The ninth Women’s W...

The Vietnamese Embassy in Argentina and the Argentine Chamber of Commerce for Asia and the Pacific have jointly organized a meeting with local businesses in a bid to promote trade and investment opportunities between the two countries, VNA reported on Thursday. The event, held on August 30th as part of the activities marking the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam-Argentina diplomatic relations, brought together approximately 30 enterprises operating in industries such as food, chemicals, high technology, logistics, fertilizers, and medicines. The event, held on August 30th as part of the activities marking the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam-Argentina diplomatic relations, brought together approximately 30 Argentine enterprises. Photo: VNA In his remarks, Ambassador Duong Quoc Thanh stated that Vietnam is a peaceful country with a stable political environment and a reliable destination for foreign investors. The Vietnamese Government always creates favorable conditions for...