Online painting exhibition features August Revolution victory
An online exhibition held by the Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum is underway to introduce 18 paintings on various materials by 15 individuals and groups of painters, featuring historical events leading to the success of the August Revolution in 1945.
Hanoi (VNA) – An online exhibition held by the Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum is underway to introduce 18 paintings on various materials by 15individuals and groups of painters, featuring historical events leading to thesuccess of the August Revolution in 1945.
The “Con duong doc lap” (Independence path) exhibition tellsa story of Vietnamese people staying united to overcome all difficulties and hardshipto gain victory.
It affirms the great significance of the August Revolutionas well as devotion of President Ho Chi Minh, as well as the historical lessonsfor the national reform and international integration.
Particularly, many paintings at the event feature PresidentHo Chi Minh in important moments of the Vietnamese revolution, including “Muaxuan Bac về Pac Bo” (The Spring that Uncle Ho returns to Pac Bo) bypainter Duong Tuan, showing the memories of President Ho Chi Minh’s returningto Cao Bang on January 28, 1941 after more than 30 years of touring the worldto seek ways to savage the nation.
“Bac Ho doc Tuyen ngon” by Nguyen Duong (Photo: VNA)
The exhibition, which is organised on the occasion of the 76th anniversary of the National Day (September 2) and August Revolution, is available on the VietnamNational Fine Arts Museum’s website at vnfam.vn and fanpage at //www.facebook.com/baotangmythuat./.
A book exhibition is being held virtually by the Hanoi Library on its website thuvienhanoi.org.vn to celebrate the 76th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19) and National Day (September 2).
Bao Dai, the last emperor ruling over Vietnam read an edict of abdication on August 30, 1945 at the Ngo Mon Gate in Hue city, the central province of Thua Thien Hue.
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc on August 28 offered incense and flowers in tribute to late President Ho Chi Minh on the occasion of the 76th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19) and the country's National Day (September 2), and the 52nd year of the implementation of President Ho Chi Minh's Testament.
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Nguyen Trong Nha Uyen has made history for Vietnam’s dancesport by clinching a bronze medal in the solo Latin category at the WDSF World Championship 2025 in Germany.
The ambassador noted that among the 300,000 Vietnamese residing in the RoK, around 3,000 are living in Pyeongtaek and contributing actively to the local economy. Ho expressed his hope that the local authorities will continue support the overseas Vietnamese community in the city.
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Quang Duc pottery is known for its wide range of forms, including wine bottles, jars, lime pots, vases, plant pots, incense burners and candle stands. Decorative motifs are equally rich, featuring mythical creatures, pastoral scenes, floral patterns, deer, peacocks, bats and more.
Vietnam’s cinematic appeal lies in its diverse settings, from terraced mountains and limestone karsts to bustling markets and ancient towns. Its mix of ethnic vibes, buzzing street life, and old traditions gives directors a goldmine for storytelling.
The Vietnamese team will gather on June 26 in Ba Ria-Vung Tau, where they will train until July 14 before departing for Indonesia for the ASEAN U23 Championship 2025, which runs from July 15 to 29. Vietnam will face Laos on July 19 and Cambodia on July 22 in the group stage.
The exhibition showcases more than 100 valuable documents and artifacts, divided into two main parts: “Journalist Nguyen Ai Quoc – Ho Chi Minh” and “President Ho Chi Minh – Founder and Mentor of Vietnamese Revolutionary Press.” This is an opportunity to recall the late leader’s journalism journey and affirm his exceptional role in founding and guiding the revolutionary press in Vietnam.
For the first time, the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) has granted Vietnam hosting rights for the two championships, including the Asian women’s solo category, which debuts this year as an officially recognised event.
Eight teams will join the tournament, divided into two groups. Group A features Vietnam, the Philippines, Sichuan Club (China), and Australia, while Group B consists of Vietnam U21, Korabelka Club (Russia), Taiwan (China), and U21 Thailand.
Despite strong home support and high expectations, Vietnam were unable to overcome the defending champions, who secured their third consecutive win over Vietnam in a regional final, following previous victories in 2014 and 2023.
The event, part of Vietnam’s cultural diplomacy strategy through 2030, was jointly organised by the Vietnamese Embassy in Venezuela and USM’s Faculty of International Relations. It attracted thousands of students from universities across Venezuela.
For the first time, Vietnamese audiences will have the opportunity to experience the ballet masterpiece "Don Quixote" in its original version by renowned choreographer Marius Petipa.
The contest carried deep meaning as it was the first time the life of Vietnamese women abroad had been highlighted as the central theme, said poet and writer Nguyen Quang Thieu, Chairman of the Vietnam Writers’ Association.
The event formed part of Vietnam’s ongoing campaign to seek UNESCO World Heritage status for the complex at the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, scheduled to take place in Paris in July.
Creative cultural festivals are fast emerging as a new catalyst for tourism development in Vietnam, as localities increasingly invest in these vibrant events on a more systematic and larger scale.
This marks the first time Vietnam has hosted a continental-level Muay event which will feature competitions across 28 weight categories in combat and eight performance categories.
“Nuoc nguon” by Nguyen Trong Kiem (Photo: VNA) 
“Bac Ho doc Tuyen ngon” by Nguyen Duong (Photo: VNA) 
