National Assembly Chairman Nguyen Sinh Hung has called upon the Vietnamese Party, people and army to unite and fulfil the set 2015 tasks to generate rapid and sustainable development.
The northern province of Tuyen Quang is taking steps to have the traditional Then singing of the Tay ethnic group be included on the list of the world intangible cultural heritage of humanity.
Banh Tet (round glutinous rice cake) is a traditional cake enjoyed by southern Vietnamese people on the occasion of the lunar New Year. It is considered a variant of Banh Chung (square glutinous rice cake), which is more popular in the northern region.
Fruit growing is the Mekong Delta’s strength thanks to its rich soil and good weather and to export fruits more profitably, the local agricultural sector is paying close attention to improving product quality and building brands.
Minister of Planning and Investment Bui Quang Vinh has suggested a number of solutions to develop private enterprises which should be the most important contributor to the nation’s economic growth and stability.
Vietnamese nationals living in different countries throughout the world have welcomed lunar New Year (Tet) over recent days.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Japan Doan Xuan Hung has described 2014 as a successful year for the relationship between Vietnam and Japan since the two countries elevated their ties to an extensive strategic partnership.
As many as 112 road traffic accidents occurred nationwide on February 17-18, leaving 81 dead and 52 others injured, according to the National Traffic Safety Committee.
Whenever the Lunar New Year (Tet) comes, normally from the 23rd of the lunar December to the New Year eve, Vietnamese families visit their ancestors’ tombs and clean gravesites.
Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung has sent his congratulations to Rui Maria de Araujo over his appointment as Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste.