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THE HANOI TIMES — Vietnam’s two largest urban centers, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, have embarked on an ambitious initiative to enhance air quality, targeting a significant improvement over the next five years. This forms part of a broader strategy to combat pollution in the country’s major metropolitan hubs. Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has issued this directive, following Notice No. 153/TB-VPCP dated April 4, which outlined urgent and comprehensive measures to address urban air pollution. The Deputy Prime Minister has urged Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to promptly conduct an extensive inventory of emission sources and assess their current air quality status. Hanoi employs a range of strategies to combat air pollution and enhance air quality. Photo: Economic & Urban Newspaper Both cities are mandated to formulate five-year and annual action plans, incorporating clear targets and emission quotas for specific sectors. As outlined in the directive, these plans will unde...

Nestled within a serene tropical paradise, Six Senses Con Dao presents a unique family vacation filled with memorable moments that bring you closer together.  The gentle lapping of waves sets the pace for unforgettable experiences, complemented by lush jungle trails that beckon you to explore and uncover hidden gems. Embark on thrilling ocean adventures, rejuvenate with immersive wellness experiences, and delve into the island’s rich cultural heritage. Whether you seek shared thrills or quiet introspection, Six Senses Con Dao offers magical moments for all generations to cherish. The Earth Lab, a sanctuary of sustainability and innovation at Six Senses Con Dao td> An Idyllic Family Getaway  Exclusively designed for families seeking a secluded retreat, Six Senses Con Dao offers a sanctuary of privacy and tranquility amidst nature’s embrace. Spacious villas, inspired by traditional Vietnamese fishing villages, boast private infinity pools and breathtaking oce...

The JOOLA 2025 Pickleball Legends Tour across Asia is an exciting sporting event that will bring together some of the biggest names in pickleball and tennis. As part of this tour, Vietnam will play host to renowned athletes, including Agassi, Ben Johns, Ana Bright, Tyson McGuffin, Brooker Buckner, Chao Yi (Zoey) Wang, and tennis legend, Agassi. From Wednesday to Saturday, these stars will be touring Vietnam and China, sharing their passion for pickleball with enthusiasts in both countries. Agassi, a name synonymous with tennis excellence, expressed his enthusiasm for the tour, stating that he couldn’t pass up the opportunity to connect with the community in China and Vietnam and spread the joy of pickleball. Agassi’s illustrious tennis career spanned three decades, starting in 1986. During this time, he climbed to the pinnacle of the ATP rankings, amassed eight Grand Slam titles, and stood atop the Olympic podium with a gold medal in 1996. Now, at 54, he continues to leave his mark o...

TikTok criticized for six major flaws: MIC  TikTok app on Google Store. Photo: AFP/VNA The Minister of Information and Communications on April 6 said that TikTok has no tools to prevent the spread of fake news and toxic content and the sales of counterfeits (drugs and supplementary products) that may harm the State, society and people, especially children. The platform has also facilitated negative trends and individuals to draw the attention of the young generations. Whilst, TikTok has violated the rules on the protection of individual identity and information. The ministry will inspect TikTok’s Vietnam-based operations. The mass social network has committed to working with the authorities and updating its community standards by April 21. B oy saved from being stuck in the 20-storey height A 10-year-old boy was successfully extracted from being stuck on the 20 th floor of an apartment building in Hanoi’s Hai Ba Trung District late April 6. He was spotted by res...

Ninh Binh province and Saiki city (Oita province, Japan) have just signed a Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation, exchange and friendship. During nearly six months with the efforts of the two local governments, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam and the support of the Vietnamese Embassy in Fukuoka, Japan, at the Saiki city government headquarters, the signing ceremony of a memorandum of understanding on cooperation and friendship between Ninh Binh province and Saiki city took place. The signing ceremony took place during the Sakura Festival of Saiki City and especially in 2023 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Japan. The signing ceremony opens a new page for the relationship of economic development and cultural exchange between the two localities, contributing to strengthening the friendship and deepening the extensive strategic partnership between Vietnam and Japan. Attending the signing ceremony on the side of ...

The Vietnam Women’s Union in South Korea will host a Vietnam-South Korea cultural exchange event on May 7 to promote Vietnamese culture and strengthen bilateral ties. Hanoi hosts the Vietnam-South Korea Cultural Exchange in 2022. Photo: The Hanoi Times The event is part of activities in celebration of the 31st anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and South Korea. The program covers a wide range of activities, including a fashion show hosted by the Sen Viet Club, a Vietnamese-South Korean singing competition, and a performance of traditional musical instruments. Participants can also enjoy traditional Vietnamese folk games such as shuttlecock competition, cheraw dance, and charity activities. Vietnamese regional specialties will also be offered at the event, as well as the conical hat drawing and the lucky draw for souvenirs. The program is expected to be a fulfilling and enjoyable event for the Vietnamese community in Korea. The previous event was or...

The annual festival was kicked off today [April 6] in Vietnam’s southern economic hub of Ho Chi Minh City as part of efforts to promote inbound and outbound tourism amid strong recovery post-pandemic. The four-day event gathers more than 120 booths of travel agents which all offer sales for domestic and international tours. “Ho Chi Minh City – Vibrant Crossroads” will connect tourist attractions and regions across Vietnam through conferences, photo exhibitions, job bazaars, business matchmaking, and tourism promotion programs. The festival this year is expected to welcome more than 150,000 attendees, the figure recorded in the last year’s event when Covid-19 remained stricken. Travel industry is one of the key sectors contributing to Vietnam’s GDP. According to statistics provided by the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT), prior to the Covid-19 pandemic (in 2019), the Southeast Asian nation’s tourism industry generated VND755 trillion (US$32.8 billion) and welcomed ...

Six Vietnamese billionaires listed among the wealthiest persons The global magazine Forbes has announced the list of the richest people in 2023, which includes six Vietnamese billionaires. Pham Nhat Vuong, chairman of conglomerate Vingroup, still holds the highest position among the six Vietnamese billionaires with US$4.6 billion worth of assets. He is followed by Nguyen Phuong Thao, CEO of low-cost carrier Vietjet Air, Tran Dinh Long, chairman of the largest steel producer Hoa Phat, and Tran Ba Duong, chairman of the automobile manufacturer THACO. In 2022, there were seven Vietnamese billionaires on the list. Bui Thanh Nhon, chairman of Nova Group, was the one that got delisted from Forbes’ table. The year 2022 proved to be a rough time for all billionaires on the list. According to Forbes, the 25 richest men on the list saw their net asset value fall by US$200 billion to $2.1 trillion in 2023. Vietnam gains big win at the Olympic female football qualification Vietnames...

The 30-metre-high tree is noted for its large, thick foliage which brings cool air to villagers. The flowers consist of white and yellow petals and are widely known by their Vietnamese names as Bach Hoa and Man Man. The tree can be seen in full bloom between March and April each year. This species is often planted in Quang Nam, Ninh Thuan, and Thua Thien-Hue provinces, but is rarely seen in Hanoi. These flowers are most commonly found in Ha Dong and Dong Da districts of the capital. The tree’s charming beauty creates a peaceful state of mind for onlookers to enjoy. Visitors are able to enjoy the pleasant aroma coming from the flowers. Indeed, when they start to bloom, the pistils appear similar to noodles. Locals snap photos of the magnificent flower as it enters the rare blossoming period. The post Stunning beauty of 300-year-old Hoa Bun tree in Hanoi appeared first on Vietexplorer.com . View more ...