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The upcoming festival, with the theme “Connecting Cuisines,” offers a unique opportunity to showcase and celebrate the culinary diversity of nations, fostering cultural diplomacy. The 2024 International Food Festival promises to be a spectacular event, taking place on December 7-8 at the Diplomatic Corps Area in Hanoi, with over 60 countries and territories participating. As shared by Hoang Thai Ha from the Diplomatic Corps Service Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this annual festival is designed to promote cultural and culinary exchanges, bringing nations together through the universal language of food.  A press conference was held by the Diplomatic Corps Service Department on November 21 to unveil details about the upcoming food festival. Photo: Lai Tan/The Hanoi Times This year’s festival, themed “Gastronomy of Unity,” will be a celebration of culinary cultures, offering a glimpse into the heart and soul of each participating country. It also serve...

Just a short drive from Hanoi’s bustling center, Quoc Oai District in the city’s western suburbs offers a plethora of stunning attractions perfect for heritage tourism, eco-tourism, entertainment, and quick weekend getaways. There is immense potential in Quoc Oai that awaits full exploration and promotion to attract both domestic and international visitors. A Land of Rich Potential The Water Temple, nestled within Thay Pagoda, is a serene and picturesque spot. Photo: Lai Tan/ The Hanoi Times Quoc Oai District boasts a semi-mountainous terrain with plains interspersed by hills and mountains, creating a diverse and naturally beautiful landscape. The district also has a long and rich history, with a unique culture rooted in the Doai land, the ancient territory west of the capital, Thang Long, now Hanoi. Of particular note are the district’s 220 historical, cultural, architectural, and artistic relics. Among these, two stand out as Special National Relics: Thay Pagoda in S...

This is one of the topics discussed between Nguyen Ngoc Hung, Vice President of the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO), and Maricelle Regino-Borja, National Director of Habitat for Humanity in Vietnam (Habitat Vietnam) on November 20. Nguyen Ngoc Hung, Vice President of the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO), received Maricelle Regino-Borja, National Director of Habitat for Humanity in Vietnam (Habitat Vietnam). (Photo: Thu Ha) At the meeting, Maricelle Regino-Borja, National Director of Habitat Vietnam, said that the organization plans to expand its housing construction project for the poor in Vietnam (Vietnam Big Build), which was implemented since 2018 in the provinces: Dong Thap, Tien Giang, Phu Tho. In 2024, the Project expects to construct houses for 25 ethnic minority families in Bat Xat district, Lao Cai province. The Vietnam Big Build 2024 is expected to attract the participation of more than 200 Vietnamese and international volunteer...

The weather forecast in different regions In the Northwest region, the weather will be a mix of clouds and sunshine during the day, with light rain in the afternoon. The temperature is lowest in the early morning and at night, ranging from 12-15 degrees. The highest temperature is expected to reach 23-26 degrees. Over in the Northeast region, it will be cloudy and sunny during the morning and noon, with no rain at night. High mountain areas should be cautious of frost. The lowest temperature in this region is expected to be around 14-17 degrees, while the highest temperature is predicted to be 24-27 degrees. Moving down to Thanh Hoa and Thua Thien Hue, the weather will be a mix of clouds and sunshine during the day, with no rain at night. The nights and early mornings will be extremely cold, with the lowest temperature ranging from 15-18 degrees. The highest temperature during the day is expected to be around 24-27 degrees. In the Da Nang – Binh Thuan region, expect a combinatio...

The statement was made by Major General Nguyen Van Ky, Deputy Director of the Department of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Public Security at the Consultation Seminar of government agencies, local authorities, socio-political organizations, professional organizations, non-governmental organizations, and people on the draft of Vietnam’s Second National Report on CAT Implementation (CAT 2 Report). The event took place in Hung Yen on November 20. The event was organized by the CAT 2 Report Drafting Committee, attracting the participation of representatives of central ministries, departments, units, departments, socio-political organizations, and international organizations. Major General Nguyen Van Ky, Deputy Director of the Department of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Public Security delivered a speech at the Seminar. According to CAT’s provisions, the development of a CAT Report must ensure widespread participation and input from government agencies, local authorities, socio-...

Djokovic, who is Serbian, was deported from Australia in the leadup to the Grand Slam in January after he declined to be vaccinated. The former world No. 1 was originally barred from the country until 2025. The ABC said it had confirmed Immigration Minister Andrew Giles had overturned that ban, allowing Djokovic to compete. A spokesperson for Australia’s immigration ministry declined to comment on the reports. Australian Open tournament director Craig Tiley said this month that Djokovic would be welcome in January if he could get a visa, but that Tennis Australia was unable to lobby on his behalf. Australia in July scrapped a rule that required international travelers to declare their COVID vaccination status, and Djokovic said in October he had received “positive signs” about the status of efforts to overturn his ban.  The post Novak Djokovic granted visa to play in 2023 Australian Open: local media appeared first on Vietexplorer....

The delegation attending the 22nd Assembly of the World Peace Council (WPC) on November 22 morning laid wreaths and paid tribute to President Ho Chi Minh at his mausoleum in Hanoi. The delegation laid a wreath to pay tribute to President Ho Chi Minh. Photo: Truong Hung Leading the delegation was WPC President Socorro Gomes Coelho; Uong Chu Luu, former Vice Chairman of the National Assembly and Chairman of the Vietnam Peace Committee (VPC); Phan Anh Son, Vice President cum General Secretary of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO), head of the organizing committee of the WPC’s 22nd Assembly. Attending the ceremony were nearly 200 delegates attending the WPC’s 22nd Assembly, consisting of nearly 100 international delegates from 49 countries including leaders of the WPC, representatives of member organizations, representatives of the Afro-Asian People’s Solidarity Organization (AAPSO), World Federation of Democratic Youth (WFDY), Women’s International Demo...

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar at the inauguration of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. (Photo Credit – Twitter/Arindam Bagchi). Image Credit: ANI Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Sunday joined Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani and other dignitaries in the inauguration of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. “#FIFAWorldCup opening ceremony! Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar @VPSecretariat joins Amir of Qatar HH [email protected] and other dignitaries in the inauguration of the @FIFAWorldCup Qatar 2022,” tweeted Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Arindam Bagchi. Dhankhar is on a two-day visit to Qatar at the invitation of Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar. The Ambassador of India to the State of Qatar Deepak Mittal and other senior officials from the ministry of foreign affairs from Qatar’s side received the Vice President at Hamad International Airport in Doha. On the second day of his visit, he will interact with prominent members...

The summit, themed “Connectivity in diversity – the digital vector of development and solidarity in the French-speaking world,” took place on November 19 and 20 with discussions on the political and economic situation in the world. Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan at the summit. — VNA/VNS Photo Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan attended the opening of the 18th Francophonie Summit in Djerba, Tunisia, on Saturday (local time). The summit, themed “Connectivity in diversity – the digital vector of development and solidarity in the French-speaking world,” took place on November 19 and 20 with discussions on the political and economic situation in the world. Meeting with Senegal President Macky Sall, Xuan affirmed Vietnam’s policy of strengthening relations with Senegal, and suggested that the two countries increase the exchange of delegations at all levels to further promote bilateral cooperation. She thanked Senegal, the incumbent president of the African Union (AU) in 2022, fo...

NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue attends the 43rd General Assembly of ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA-43)’s first plenary session in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. In his speech at the 43rd General Assembly of ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA-43)’s first plenary session in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, on November 21, the top Vietnamese legislator affirmed that the Vietnamese legislature will step up efforts to carry out commitments and resolutions to be adopted by the AIPA-43. He applauded the role of Cambodia as Chair of ASEAN and AIPA this year as well as ASEAN member states’ sustained efforts and determination to jointly respond to challenges for the harmony, peace, and prosperity in the region. After 55 years since its establishment and seven years of building the ASEAN Community, the regional bloc has made great strides in a variety of fields, becoming an organisation with an important role for regional peace, stability and security; a vibrant and highly integrated econo...

Australia Experienced central defender Trent Sainsbury was a surprise omission while teenage supersub Garang Kuol and former Scotland international Jason Cummings were included. Goalkeepers: Mat Ryan (FC Copenhagen), Danny Vukovic (Central Coast Mariners), Andrew Redmayne (Sydney FC). Defenders: Harry Souttar (Stoke City), Milos Degenek (Columbus Crew), Bailey Wright (Sunderland), Thomas Deng (Albirex Niigata), Fran Karacic (Brescia), Nathaniel Atkinson (Heart of Midlothian), Aziz Behich (Dundee United), Kye Rowles (Heart of Midlothian), Joel King (Odense Boldklub). Midfielders: Aaron Mooy (Celtic), Jackson Irvine (FC St. Pauli), Ajdin Hrustic (Hellas Verona), Cameron Devlin (Heart of Midlothian), Riley McGree (Middlesbrough), Keanu Baccus (St Mirren). Forwards: Jamie Maclaren (Melbourne City), Mitchell Duke (Fagiano Okayama), Jason Cummings (Central Coast Mariners), Garang Kuol (Central Coast Mariners), Awer Mabil (Cadiz), Mathew Leckie (Melbourne City), Craig Goodwin (Adelaide U...

This information was unveiled during a press conference held on November 14 at the Hanoi Old Quarter Cultural Exchange Center. The purpose of these activities is to preserve and develop heritage values, as well as promoting the creative tradition of the local people of Hanoi. Upon addressing the press conference, Tran Thi Thuy Lan, deputy head of the Management Board of Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi’s Old Quarter, emphasized that a programme opening with the theme “All Silk Roads” will be held during the event. This scheme aims to introduce visitors to silk products made by artisans and craftsmen, as well as fashionable products made by local designers. As scheduled, the opening ceremony will take place on the evening of November 18 at the Hanoi Old Quarter Cultural Exchange Center at 50 Dao Duy Tu in Hanoi. A fashion show introducing an Ao Dai collection and fashion costumes produced from silk, along with contemporary folk music performances, will also be held at the ceremony. De...