Asia Creative Forum explores culture as strategic resource for sustainable development

Asia Creative Forum explores culture as strategic resource for sustainable development

VOV.VN - The Asia Creative Forum 2025, jointly organized by the Vietnam Institute of Culture, Arts, Sports and Tourism and the British Council opened in Hanoi on November 28, featuring the participation of policymakers, experts, artists, and international delegates from across the region.

Photography art tightens Vietnam-Indonesia friendship
Vietnam Heritage Photo Awards 2025 launched
Foreign beauty queens gather in Vietnam for Miss Cosmo 2025
Foreign beauty queens gather in Vietnam for Miss Cosmo 2025

VOV.VN - Nearly 30 international beauties arrived at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City on November 26 ahead of the launch of the Miss Cosmo 2025 pageant, which is slated for December 1 in Hue City.

Foreign beauty queens gather in Vietnam for Miss Cosmo 2025
Vietnamese culture showcased in Laos through annual tea party
Vietnamese culture showcased in Laos through annual tea party

Vietnamese culture and cuisine were highlighted at an annual tea party hosted by the Lao Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Vientiane on November 25.

Vietnamese culture showcased in Laos through annual tea party
Vietnam ranks among global top 50 for music copyright revenue: Report
Vietnam ranks among global top 50 for music copyright revenue: Report

Vietnam has been listed among the world’s top 50 countries with the highest music copyright revenue, and among the top 10 digital-revenue markets in the Asia–Pacific region, according to the Vietnam Centre for Protection of Music Copyright (VCPMC).

Vietnam ranks among global top 50 for music copyright revenue: Report
Miss World highlights Vietnamese beauty queen’s climate project
Miss World highlights Vietnamese beauty queen’s climate project

VOV.VN - Ahead of the 73rd Miss World beauty pageant, Vietnamese representative Le Nguyen Bao Ngoc's climate action project has drawn much attention from the Miss World Organisation.

Miss World highlights Vietnamese beauty queen’s climate project
Vietnam–Japan exhibition fosters cultural exchange, strengthens local cooperation
Vietnam–Japan exhibition fosters cultural exchange, strengthens local cooperation

An exhibition highlighting cultural ties and local-level cooperation between Vietnam and Japan opened in Ha Long ward, Quang Ninh province, on November 25.

Vietnam–Japan exhibition fosters cultural exchange, strengthens local cooperation
“Red Rain” wins Golden Lotus Award at 24th Vietnam Film Festival
“Red Rain” wins Golden Lotus Award at 24th Vietnam Film Festival

“Mua do” (Red Rain), directed by Dang Thai Huyen, has won the Golden Lotus Award for feature film – the most prestigious category of the Vietnam Film Festival, at the 24th edition of the event, which closed in Ho Chi Minh City on November 25.

“Red Rain” wins Golden Lotus Award at 24th Vietnam Film Festival
Lam Dong to host first Global Coffee Heritage Festival in December
Lam Dong to host first Global Coffee Heritage Festival in December

VOV.VN - The 2025 Global Coffee Heritage Festival is set to run in Da Lat city, Lam Dong province, from December 18, 2025 to January 2, 2026, marking the city’s first international-scale cultural, tourism, and commercial event dedicated to Vietnamese coffee, heard a press conference in Ho Chi Minh City November 25

Lam Dong to host first Global Coffee Heritage Festival in December
Nguyen Hue Flower Street to Celebrate Lunar New Year 2026 for Eight Days
Nguyen Hue Flower Street to Celebrate Lunar New Year 2026 for Eight Days

VOV.VN - The Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee has announced its plan to organise the Nguyen Hue Flower Street in eight days in celebration of the Year of the Horse 2026, one of the city's key cultural and tourism events during the Lunar New Year Festival (Tet).

Nguyen Hue Flower Street to Celebrate Lunar New Year 2026 for Eight Days
Washington DC exhibition marks 30 years of Vietnam–US diplomatic ties
Washington DC exhibition marks 30 years of Vietnam–US diplomatic ties

VOV.VN - The Vietnamese Embassy in the United States on November 24 opened an exhibition of photos and handicrafts, celebrating 30 years of Vietnam–US diplomatic relations.

Washington DC exhibition marks 30 years of Vietnam–US diplomatic ties
The Asian Fusion - Vietnam – China cultural exchange and fine dining experience in London
The Asian Fusion - Vietnam – China cultural exchange and fine dining experience in London

VOV.VN - On November 16th, the “The Asian Fusion” cultural exchange event took place in the heart of London, hosted by New Hongkong City Restaurant. The event drew the participation of the Vietnamese and Chinese communities as well as international friends, and it was covered by VTV4.

The Asian Fusion - Vietnam – China cultural exchange and fine dining experience in London
World Michelin-starred chefs gather in Vietnam for 100 Flavors week event
World Michelin-starred chefs gather in Vietnam for 100 Flavors week event

VOV.VN - Thirteen Michelin-starred chefs from around the world are participating in the “100 Flavors – Michelin-Starred Chefs” event in Vietnam, marking the first time such a culinary lineup has showcased international haute cuisine blended with Vietnamese culinary heritage.

World Michelin-starred chefs gather in Vietnam for 100 Flavors week event
Harvard, California scholars join new Tale of Kiều translation
Harvard, California scholars join new Tale of Kiều translation

VOV.VN - A group of distinguished US scholars and poets has joined a new translation project of The Tale of Kiều, led by Vietnamese poet Nguyen Do, aiming to produce the most faithful English version of the classic to date.

Harvard, California scholars join new Tale of Kiều translation
Solutions sought to lure international film producers to Vietnam
Solutions sought to lure international film producers to Vietnam

Solutions to attract film producers to localities were the focus of a seminar jointly organised on November 23 by the Cinema Department under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the Department of Culture and Sports of Ho Chi Minh City, and the Ho Chi Minh City Institute for Development Studies.

Solutions sought to lure international film producers to Vietnam
Digital heritage experience launched at Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam
Digital heritage experience launched at Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam

A new digital heritage product offering visitors an interactive way to explore traditional culture through advanced technology was introduced at Hanoi’s iconic Van Mieu- Quoc Tu Giam (Temple of Literature complex) on November 23.

Digital heritage experience launched at Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam
SEA Gong Festival 2025 to feature five regional countries
SEA Gong Festival 2025 to feature five regional countries

VOV.VN - Lam Dong province will host the Southeast Asia Gong Festival 2025 from December 18, 2025 to January 2, 2026, with the participation of gong performers from Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand.

SEA Gong Festival 2025 to feature five regional countries
Vibrant cultural exchanges at US-Vietnam Friendship Festival
Vibrant cultural exchanges at US-Vietnam Friendship Festival

VOV.VN - The US-Vietnam Friendship Festival took place in Hanoi on November 23, featuring a wide array of lively cultural and artistic activities.

Vibrant cultural exchanges at US-Vietnam Friendship Festival
Hanoi Autumn Festival 2025 draws visitors with 150 booths, new experiences
Hanoi Autumn Festival 2025 draws visitors with 150 booths, new experiences

Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in Hanoi’s autumn through a wide array of cultural, artistic, and tourism experiences at the third Hanoi Autumn Festival.

Hanoi Autumn Festival 2025 draws visitors with 150 booths, new experiences
Hanoi hosts Feline Fanciers Federation cat show 2025
Hanoi hosts Feline Fanciers Federation cat show 2025

VOV.VN - The Feline Fanciers Federation (FFF) Cat Show 2025 was held in Hanoi on November 22, drawing nearly 70 cats from across the country.

Hanoi hosts Feline Fanciers Federation cat show 2025
AMPAS confirms Vietnamese wartime film Red Rain eligible for Oscar
AMPAS confirms Vietnamese wartime film Red Rain eligible for Oscar

VOV.VN - The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) has officially listed Vietnam’s wartime film Red Rain as eligible for consideration in the Best International Feature Film category at the 98th Academy Awards.

AMPAS confirms Vietnamese wartime film Red Rain eligible for Oscar
Int’l Culinary Culture Festival connects Vietnam with global cuisine
Int’l Culinary Culture Festival connects Vietnam with global cuisine

VOV.VN - The 2025 International Culinary Culture Festival, themed “Trip of Flavors: A Taste Journey Across the Five Continents,” is getting underway in Hanoi on November 22–23, featuring nearly 120 booths from diplomatic missions, foreign cultural centers, provincial foreign affairs departments, and major enterprises.

Int’l Culinary Culture Festival connects Vietnam with global cuisine
Hanoi hosts vibrant international cultural exchange 2025
Hanoi hosts vibrant international cultural exchange 2025

VOV.VN - The Hanoi International Cultural and Artistic Exchange Programme 2025 took place on the evening of November 21 on Hoan Kiem Lake’s walking street, offering a vibrant showcase of the unique cultural identities of Vietnam and countries around the world.

Hanoi hosts vibrant international cultural exchange 2025
Vietnam Film Festival opens in Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam Film Festival opens in Ho Chi Minh City

VOV.VN - The 24th Vietnam Film Festival opened in Ho Chi Minh City on the evening of November 21 that coincided with the announcement that Ho Chi Minh City has joined the UNESCO Creative Cities Network in the field of cinema.

Vietnam Film Festival opens in Ho Chi Minh City
Huong Giang fails to make top 30 at Miss Universe 2025
Huong Giang fails to make top 30 at Miss Universe 2025

VOV.VN - Vietnamese representative Nguyen Huong Giang did not advance to the Top 30 at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant, whose grand finale took place in Thailand on November 21.

Huong Giang fails to make top 30 at Miss Universe 2025
Da Nang unveils 19 national treasures for the first time
Da Nang unveils 19 national treasures for the first time

VOV.VN - The Cham Sculpture Museum in the central city of Da Nang on November 19 opened a special exhibition titled “National Treasures – Heritage in the Heart of Da Nang”, as part of activities marking the 20th anniversary of Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day (November 23, 2005 –2025).

Da Nang unveils 19 national treasures for the first time
Vietnamese version of MV “Blue Light Yokohama” spreads Vietnam-Japan friendship
Vietnamese version of MV “Blue Light Yokohama” spreads Vietnam-Japan friendship

The Vietnamese-language version of the music video (MV) Blue Light Yokohama has been widely introduced, attracting great attention as Kanagawa Governor Kuroiwa Yuji performed the famous Japanese song in Vietnamese for the first time.

Vietnamese version of MV “Blue Light Yokohama” spreads Vietnam-Japan friendship
Hanoi Autumn Festival 2025 to return with rich lineup of activities
Hanoi Autumn Festival 2025 to return with rich lineup of activities

VOV.VN - The third Hanoi Autumn Festival is scheduled to take place at Tran Nhan Tong pedestrian street and Thong Nhat (Reunification) Park from November 21 to 23, featuring many activities to celebrate the 71st anniversary of the capital's liberation.

Hanoi Autumn Festival 2025 to return with rich lineup of activities
Vienna Chamber Orchestra back to Hanoi for November concert
Vienna Chamber Orchestra back to Hanoi for November concert

VOV.VN - Following their remarkable debut at Ho Guom Opera House in November 2024, the Vienna Chamber Orchestra is set to return to Hanoi with the Vienna Concert on November 27, 28, and 29, continuing their mission of bringing audiences closer to the classical, refined, and emotive spirit of Vienna.

Vienna Chamber Orchestra back to Hanoi for November concert
Traditional costumes on show at Hanoi's Old Quarter
Traditional costumes on show at Hanoi's Old Quarter

VOV.VN - As many as 45 models donning 50 traditional Vietnamese outfits (Ao Dai) have participated in a fashion show in the Hanoi's Old Quarter as part of activities to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day (November 23, 2005-2025).

Traditional costumes on show at Hanoi's Old Quarter
Rare opportunity for local students to exhibit artworks at Louvre Museum
Rare opportunity for local students to exhibit artworks at Louvre Museum

VOV.VN - Public judging of the 3rd IAP (International Art Panorama) French Louvre Museum Exhibition Contest 2025-2026 was held in Hanoi on November 16, to seek artworks to represent Vietnam at French Louvre Museum in January 2026.

Rare opportunity for local students to exhibit artworks at Louvre Museum
Five-year cultural industries development strategy gets the go-ahead
Five-year cultural industries development strategy gets the go-ahead

VOV.VN - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has signed a decision approving the Strategy for the Development of Vietnam’s Cultural Industries to 2030, with a Vision to 2045.

Five-year cultural industries development strategy gets the go-ahead
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