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Exploring Southeast Asia’s longest volcanic cave
Hidden amid the vast forest in the Central Highlands region, the Chu Bluk volcanic cave complex in Dak Dong province has emerged as a popular trekking spot.
Thailand gives 140 scholarships to HCM City children orphaned by COVID-19
The Royal Thai Consulate-General and the Thai Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Vietnam (ThaiCham) have awarded 140 scholarships worth VND700 million to children in Ho Chi Minh City who lost their parents or caregivers from COVID-19.
Sour pork – a treat to taste buds
Sour pork, a traditional dish of the Muong ethnic people in the northern province of Phu Tho, is usually served on special occasions such as traditional festivals and the New Year.
“Hell” rice that tastes like heaven
Among the specialties of the ancient city of Hue, Com am phu, or “Hell” rice, stands out with its combination of white rice, pork, shrimp, egg and herbs, culminating in a flavorsome experience.
World-renowned Hungarian pianist performs in HCM City
A piano recital by Hungarian pianist Ernő Fehér took place in Ho Chi Minh City on May 19, luring more than 350 people.
HCM City to launch Saigon River cruise
Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism is planning to launch a three-hour cruise tour along the Saigon River that is expected to be among key tourism products in the area this year.
Vietnam removes anti-dumping duties on steel imports from China, RoK
The Ministry of Industry and Trade has decided to remove anti-dumping duties on coated steel imports from the Republic of Korea (RoK) and China after five years of imposing the duty.
Dai Loc offers the best Quang-style noodle soup
Everyone’s heard of the Quang-style noodle soup, but a hidden secret is that the best version of this soup comes from Dai Loc District, Quang Nam Province, thanks to the addition of eel meat.
Many Vietnam-Laos border gates reopen as pandemic subsides
Several border gates between Vietnam and Laos, such as Lao Bao, La Lay and Nam Can, returned to normal operations on May 9.
Vietnam Airlines to increase flights to Japan, RoK
Vietnam Airlines will add flights on eight routes connecting the country with Japan and the Republic of Korea from May 15.