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Writing contest on Danang tourism for Japanese youth launched
The Tourism Department of Danang City and the Japan Association of Travel Agents are jointly organizing a writing contest on Danang tourism for young Japanese travelers.
Local printing firms at risk of losing lion’s share
The domestic printing industry is primarily dominated by local firms, but increasing foreign investment is putting them at risk of losing their majority shares, said an official recently.
Vietnam faces two-pronged challenge to human capital development: WB
Vietnam has delivered a strong performance on the human capital index but is facing challenges in ensuring high-quality human resources, said a World Bank official at the National Conference on Sustainable Development 2019.
Japanese painter to hold lacquer exhibition in Hanoi
Japanese painter Eriko Hamada will hold an exhibition featuring lacquer paintings and sketches of buildings in Hanoi, which fascinate the artist and give her a sense of time.
London Chamber Orchestra to perform at Hanoi Opera House
The London Chamber Orchestra (LCO), the oldest chamber orchestra in the UK, will perform at the Hanoi Opera House on November 8.
Ideal venue to spend Mid-Autumn Festival in Hoi An
During the eighth month of the lunar calendar, which spans until September 28, the Hoi An Impression Theme Park in the ancient town of Hoi An is an ideal place for visitors to enjoy the cheerful atmosphere of the Mid-Autumn Festival with their beloved ones.
Social network Lotus to launch on Sept 16
The beta version of Vietnamese social network Lotus will officially be launched on September 16, Vietnam Communications Corporation (VCCorp), the developer of the social network, said at a press briefing on September 9.
Exhibition about deaf LGBT+ people to be held at Goethe-Institut
An exhibition showcasing photos that capture the experiences of deaf LGBT+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender plus) people will be organized at the German cultural center Goethe-Institut in Hanoi from September 18 to 20.
FDI firms have their pick of industrial properties
Industrial properties are forecast to meet the needs of foreign direct investment (FDI) enterprises in Vietnam, according to Savills Vietnam’s industrial market report.
Film screening marks journalist Wilfred Burchett’s 108th birthday anniversary
A film screening in celebration of the 108th birthday anniversary of Australian journalist Wilfred Burchett, one of the world’s leading war correspondents and a close friend of Vietnamese people, will take place at the Center for Development of Movie Talent in Hanoi on September 16, starting at 7 pm.