At the 19th Asian Games (ASIAD 19) in Hangzhou, China, the Vietnam national flag was raised in unison alongside the flags of other participating countries during the opening ceremony on September 22.
Hanoi's Thanh Xuan district is home to a popular pedestrian street, bringing together locals and visitors, particularly young people, to enjoy its European-style feeling with cafés and restaurants lining both sides.
For almost five decades, Vietnam and Bangladesh have enjoyed a strong bond of friendship and cooperation since establishing diplomatic relations on February 11, 1973. The two countries have worked together in many areas, forming a unique and meaningful partnership.
At the Presidential Palace in Hanoi on September 21, Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan hosted a warm welcome ceremony for Japanese Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko. They are on a six-day working visit to Vietnam.
Celebrations of the Mid-Autumn Festival are in full swing at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel in Hanoi, where a vibrant exhibition dedicated to traditional lanterns and toys has been set up. This festive occasion, which occurs annually on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month, is sure to bring joy and smiles to all who attend.
On October 19, 1987, Vietnam ratified the 1972 Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage. Since then, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has recognised nine sites across the country as World Cultural and Natural Heritages.
Vietnam's commitment to the UN has been an enduring one, marked by their 1979 status as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council and countless efforts through the years to promote peace and economic development across the globe. Since 1977, the country has worked diligently to establish its role as a reliable ally and a productive member of the UN system.
Situated in the northern provinces of Quang Ninh and Hai Phong, the UNESCO-recognised Ha Long Bay - Cat Ba archipelago entices visitors with its breathtaking beauty and sparkling jade-coloured sea.
In a new joint venture, the captivating city of Hanoi is teaming up with the adventure sports community to offer a unique Paramotor Gliding service to those with a passion for paragliding. Providing an unprecedented chance to view Hanoi from up high, citizens and visitors alike can now take part in this exhilarating activity.
