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At an astonishing elevation of 5,883 meters above sea level, Umling La Pass stands as the highest motorable road on the planet. It presents an extraordinary challenge for adventurers and motorcyclists alike. Minh, an intrepid female motorcyclist from Vietnam, embarked on a daring journey to conquer this formidable pass. Her passion for motorcycling has fueled incredible adventures, including a 65-day expedition across four countries and a comprehensive tour of all 63 provinces in Vietnam. Minh’s humility shines through as she attributes her remarkable accomplishments to luck. Her journey to Umling La was a test of endurance, taking around 10 days, with seven days dedicated solely to riding. She joined a group traveling to Leh Ladakh and took a day to acclimatize to the altitude of 3,500 meters. This crucial step prepared her for the longer journeys ahead and the even higher altitudes she would encounter. During her acclimatization, Minh faced internal struggles, questioning ...

While Vietnam has made strides in sports in recent years, its performance at major events like the Olympics and Asian Games remains modest. At the Olympics, Vietnam’s results have been inconsistent and on a downward trajectory. For instance, at the 2012 London Olympics, 18 Vietnamese athletes qualified, and the country took home one bronze medal in weightlifting. In contrast, at the 2016 Rio Olympics, 23 athletes participated, winning one gold and one silver medal in shooting, thanks to the impressive performance of Hoang Xuan Vinh. However, this success did not continue at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics or the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics, with Vietnam sending fewer athletes and failing to secure any medals. The nation’s performance at the Asian Games followed a similar pattern, with a gradual decline in gold medals from 2014 to 2022 (held in 2023 due to COVID-19). Vietnamese shooters perfect their aim during a training session. Photo: Hoang Tung / Tuoi Tre Despite consistent...

The two sides at the meeting. Source: moit.gov.vn Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien and Minister of State for Foreign Trade Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have signed a Ministerial Declaration on starting negotiations on a comprehensive economic partnership agreement (CEPA) between the two nations right after Vietnam completed its procedures. The signing took place after a meeting between Dien and Al Zeyoudi during the Vietnamese minister’s recent working visit to the UAE, according to VNA. During the meeting, the Vietnamese official said the two countries can start their negotiations on CEPA after the draft terms of reference (TOR) of the agreement is agreed and approved by authorised agencies. Dien spoke highly of opportunities that the CEPA can bring for both countries, in the context of Vietnam having become a manufacturing hub for many important commodities in the region and the world, while the UAE has many strengths as ...

Located about 20 km from the center of Dalat to the Southeast, Cau Dat – Cloud hunting “paradise” (The Panaroma café) is an indispensable destination for nature lovers. This place is called “Old Dalat” with its majestic natural scenery and fresh atmosphere. Known as the “Paradise” of hunting clouds in Cau Dat, with the dense weather (always 2 to 3 degrees colder than the center), the region is not just a mesmerizing picture of dawn weaving through the vast tea hills, but it is also an endless scene of fluffy, thick white clouds floating in the sky just outside your window. It will make you fall in love at the first sight. Photo: CAND In order to admire the gorgeous beauty of Cau Dat – cloud hunting “paradise,” tourists will have to start their trips early at 4 am. After 30 minutes of driving on the winding pathways under the poetic shades of the tall pine trees and enjoying the fresh atmosphere, this “paradise” slowly appears in front of you. With the mission of embellish...

This year’s edition, titled ‘Land, Rivers, and Mountains Create a Strip – Hope for Victory’ is one of Vietnam’s largest cycling tourneys. The race is set to bring together the country’s strongest teams, including Ho Chi Minh-Vinama, Loc Troi Group, Dong Thap Domesco Pharmaceuticals, Military Zone 7, Hanoi, Kenda Dong Nai, and Binh Minh Binh Duong Plastics. The race will start at Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi on April 2, stretch to the Mekong Delta province of An Giang, and finish in Ho Chi Minh City on April 30. Among these stages, the fourth is set to span 197.4 kilometers from Vinh City in the north-central province of Nghe An to Dong Hoi City in the north-central province of Quang Binh, making it the longest stage of the tourney. The stages across Gia Lai and Dak Lak’s Buon Ma Thuot City in the Central Highlands region, which boasts much potential for tourism due to various stunning landscapes and unique cultural features, will become the highlight of the race.  A pictur...

Hai Duong is a well–off the land with charming nature – landscapes and beautiful sites such as Con Son and Kiep Bac temple which is known by many people. Con Son called Hun Mountain, high nearly up to 200 meters and 1 kilometer in length. Con Son Peak has more than 900 levels of stone arranged meanderingly across and pine – hill whispered soft and show and windy. On top was remaining a relic of ancient architecture with the shape of a Cong located in an even and flat area. Tree Hill rolls four sides, to head forwards northeastern in the distance, elbow across the verdant valleys and quiet and gentle villages, you will be in Kiep Bac – a famous historical monument. Photo: VOV With a dense system of rivers connecting villages, fields, and nearly 7,000 hectares of fruit trees, Thanh Ha district (Hai Duong province) is known as the “miniature Mekong River Delta” of the Eastern land. Coming to Thanh Ha in the ripe lychee season, visitors will have a chance to ride on a boat a...

According to Nguyen Phuong Nga, Brazil, and Vietnam has traditional, longstanding cooperation and friendship. President Ho Chi Minh spent several years in Rio de Janeiro (a city in Brazil) on his journey to find a method to liberate the country. In 2022, Pedro De Oliveira, a Brazilian who wrote the book: “Ho Chi Minh: Life and Career of the Leader of Vietnam’s national liberation” won the highest prize in the 8th National Awards for External Relations. Brazil is an important partner of Vietnam in the Latin American region. The two support each other in multilateral forums. With the fruitful foundation of the two countries’ friendship, Nguyen Phuong Nga believes that the relations have potential to develop. VUFO President Nguyen Phuong Nga (right) talks with Marco Farani, Brazilian Ambassador to Vietnam at the meeting (Photo: Thu Ha). Ambassador Marco Farani expressed his delight at the positive cooperation results that the two countries have achieved. The Ambassador said...