The Singapore Tourism Board and the Singaporean Embassy in Vietnam on March 23 morning opened the Singapore Festival 2019, the first of its kind, at the pedestrian street around the Hoan Kiem Lake right in the heart of Hanoi.
A colourful corner at the Singapore Festival (Photo: vnexpress.net)
Hanoi (VNA) – The Singapore Tourism Board and theSingaporean Embassy in Vietnam on March 23 morning opened the SingaporeFestival 2019, the first of its kind, at the pedestrian street around the HoanKiem Lake right in the heart of Hanoi.
Prominent among the participants were visiting Deputy PrimeMinister and Co-ordinating Minister for National Security of Singapore Teo CheeHean and member of the Party Central Committee and Chairman of the Hanoi People’sCommittee Nguyen Duc Chung.
Speaking at the ceremony, head of the Singaporean boardKeith Tan said the organisation of the first Singapore Festival in Vietnam isone of the key activities in the campaign to popularise Singapore’s tourism tothe country, thus further strengthening bilateral diplomatic relations. The officialexpressed his hope that through the event, visitors can feel a Singapore fromfine art, music, food to fashion.
Singaporean Ambassador to Vietnam Catherine Wong also stressedthat they will bring Singapore closer to the people of Hanoi and helpVietnamese get a better understanding of the unique experiences found only inSingapore.
For his part, Chung highlighted that Singapore is always atraditional partner of Vietnam since the establishment of bilateral diplomaticrelations on August 1, 1973. In recent years, the relations between the twocountries in general and between Hanoi and Singapore in particular have seenvigorous developments.
Hanoi, recognised by the UNESCO as the city for peace, hasbecome a friendly destination preferred by foreign visitors, including thosefrom Singapore, Chung stressed, adding that last year, visitors from Singaporeto Hanoi numbered more than 80,000, creating the 12th largestforeign tourists’ group to the capital, representing 28 percent of the totalSingaporean guests coming to Vietnam.
The festival will last through March 24with variousactivities like fashion shows, installation art, music performances and streetfood.-VNA
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) on August 24 jointly unveiled a unified branch, “Passion Made Possible”, to market Singapore internationally for both tourism and business purposes.
Vietnam is a promising tourism market that ranks among its 10 biggest anywhere and four biggest in Southeast Asia, the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) has said.
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) said on February 13 that foreign tourist arrivals in the country hit a three-year record in 2018, mostly propelled by its hosting of the first summit between US President Donald Trump and leader of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea Kim Jong-un in June 2018.
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.
This is the first time since the adoption of the Convention that a country has served two consecutive terms on the Committee. The outcome shows the trust and recognition that member states have given Vietnam for its efforts and achievements in carrying out and promoting the Convention, as well as for its active role, strong standing, and growing credibility at UNESCO.
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.
Coming to the Vietnamese booth, visitors had the chance to take part in a bamboo dance, a workshop on painting woven bamboo or rattan, or quizzes about Vietnam.
A colourful corner at the Singapore Festival (Photo: vnexpress.net) 
