US veteran launches bilingual poetry collection, art exhibition in Hanoi
The Vietnam Writers’ Association Publishing House on June 2 launched the Vietnamese-English bilingual poetry collection "Su me dam của Ho Guom" (The Ecstasy of Ho Guom) and an art exhibition by American poet Bruce Weigl in Hanoi.
Da Nang Asian Film Festival 2026: Bridging Asia and the world
The fourth Da Nang Asian Film Festival (DANAFF IV) 2026 will feature significant changes in both scale and content as it expands beyond a regional film event into a broader platform for professional exchange, training and international cooperation.
RoK media spotlights Phu Quoc’s rise as global tourism destination
The Republic of Korea (RoK)’s Yonhap News Agency has portrayed Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island as a rising tourism paradise in Asia, where tropical beaches, spectacular sunsets and iconic attractions create memorable experiences for international visitors, including Korean ones.
Vesak 2026 highlights Buddhism’s enduring commitment to nation in new era
The Vietnam Buddhist Sangha (VBS) Central Committee held a solemn ceremony at Quan Su Pagoda in Hanoi on May 31 to celebrate the Lord Buddha’s birthday in Buddhist calendar year 2570 (Vesak 2026), reaffirming the spirit of Buddhism accompanying the nation throughout the development journey and contributing to social harmony and national solidarity.
Vietnam teams up with CNN International Commercial to promote tourism worldwide
Vietnam and CNN International Commercial (CNNIC) will continue their tourism promotion strategy in the new phase, as agreed at a recent meeting in Hanoi between Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Phan Tam and CNNIC Executive Vice President Phil Nelson.
International artists to converge for Hue International Music Week 2026
The Hue International Music Week 2026, slated for June 13–18 as part of the Hue Festival, is expected to be a standout highlight, bringing together top-tier artists and performing troupes of Vietnam and those from around the world in a vibrant celebration of global music and culture.
Vietnam, China eye stronger tourism ties through cultural exchanges
The Chinese Cultural Centre in Hanoi on May 19 held an exchange event celebrating China Tourism Day (May 19), aiming to promote the tourism and cultural strengths of Vietnam and China while enhancing cooperation and connectivity between travel businesses from the two countries.
Vietnamese cultural spirit shines through Ao Dai festival in Europe
The Ao Dai 2026 festival took place at the Sapa Trade Centre in Prague on May 17, celebrating Vietnamese cultural identity and attracting strong interest from the Vietnamese community in the Czech Republic, along with international friends and partners.
Vietnam secure berth at FIFA U17 World Cup 2026 for first time
Vietnam's national U17 football team secured a place at the FIFA U17 World Cup 2026 for the first time after defeating United Arab Emirates national U17 football team 3-2 on in the final Group C match of the AFC U17 Asian Cup 2026 in Saudi Arabia on early May 14 (Vietnam time).
Tay Ninh turns “Don ca tai tu” heritage into distinctive tourism product
Inscribed by UNESCO on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, “Don ca tai tu” in southern Vietnam is not only a traditional art form but also a reflection of the region's cultural identity and spiritual life.
Da Lat city's century-old railway station doubles as tourist draw
Perched at over 1,500 metres above sea level in Lam Dong province, Da Lat Railway Station is seen as one of the oldest and most beautiful stations in Vietnam and former Indochina. Beyond its architectural pedigree, the station now doubles as a tourist draw, pulling visitors eager to ride the Da Lat–Trai Mat tourist train through the Central Highlands.
Film market to debut at 2026 Hanoi International Film Festival
A film market will make its debut at the eighth Hanoi International Film Festival (HANIFF) 2026, scheduled for November 24–28, aiming to create an annual film trading platform and support the professional and internationally integrated development of Vietnam’s film industry ecosystem.