Saint Patrick’s Day was made an official Christian feast day in the early 17th century. The day commemorates Saint Patrick and the arrival of Christianity in Ireland and celebrates the heritage and culture of the Irish in general. When you join Saint Patrick’s Day, you have to wear a green T-shirt or green dress because green attire is the main part of celebrations that generally involve public parades. If you read Harry Potter, you will know that green jersey and shorts with green socks is the traditional kit of Irish national quiditch team. Saint Patrick’s Day is a public holiday in the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland, a part of Canada and the British overseas territory of Montserrat. Saint Patrick’s Day is one of the "must see” events for many people all over the world. On this day, Irish drink beer and eat delicious food like salads, beef steak, sausages, fish and chips, etc. Once you attend Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations, you will … [Read more...] about Saigon, Hoi An pubs celebrate ‘unforgettable’ Saint Patrick’s Day
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Vietnam People’s Army day celebrated in Cuba, Czech
At the event, Vu The Trung, Vietnamese defense attaché in Cuba, reviewed Vietnam People’s Army (VPA)’s arduous but heroic odyssey in the past seven decades while highlighted the significance of the defense festival day.The VPA has been an inseparable part of the Vietnamese people in every revolutionary mission, Trung noted. The meeting in Cuba to mark 73rd anniversary of the Vietnam People’s Army He also took the occasion to thank international friends, including Cuban people, for supporting Vietnam’s national protection and construction.Roman Osvaldo, deputy head of the MINFA’s foreign relations department, for his part, praised Vietnam’s achievements in the two resistance wars for national independence against France and the US, especially the leadership and ideology of President Ho Chi Minh and General Vo Nguyen Giap.The anniversaries were also marked in the Czech Republic by the Vietnamese Embassy and the Vietnamese community in … [Read more...] about Vietnam People’s Army day celebrated in Cuba, Czech
Colourful Hanoi celebrates National Day Most Recent News
NDO – In the cool autumn weather, all streets in the capital city are decorated with flamboyant flags to celebrate National Day. No more noisy scenes or traffic jams on the streets, relaxed people enjoy a peaceful Hanoi on National Day. The red flag with yellow star flies on the historic Ba Dinh Square, where 72 years ago President Ho Chi Minh read the Declaration of Independence, giving birth to the Democratic Republic of Vietnam (now the Socialist Republic of Vietnam). Local people relax and exercise in the early morning at Hoan Kiem Lake. Street vendors from the suburbs go into the city center to start a new day. Cultural activities, sports and entertainment are held in many places in Hanoi during National Day. The VTV International Cycling Race attracts crowds and visitors. Foreign tourists visit Hanoi’s Old Quarter on National Day. … [Read more...] about Colourful Hanoi celebrates National Day Most Recent News
Korean Day opens in Quang Nam province Most Recent News
NDO – The Korean Day programme kicked off in the central coastal province of Quang Nam on December 15. The event was jointly held by the provincial People’s Committee and the Embassy of the Republic of Korea (RoK) in Vietnam to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Vietnam-RoK diplomatic ties on December 22, 1992-2017. Vice Chairman of the Quang Nam’s People’s Committee Le Tri Thanh said that over the past 25 years, relations between Vietnam and the RoK have witnessed fruitful results and prospects. Quang Nam is the province receiving the most non-refundable ODA from the RoK Government with over US$41 million. The country is one of the biggest investors in Quang Nam province; about 31 Korean firms are operating in the locality with a total capital of nearly US$250 million, generating jobs for nearly 10,000 workers. Non-governmental organisations from the RoK provide humanitarian and community development aid packages worth hundreds of millions of US dollars for … [Read more...] about Korean Day opens in Quang Nam province Most Recent News
Meeting and March in procession to celebrate 70th August Revolution and National Day of Vietnam
(Cinet)- The Prime Minister approved for Project about meeting and march in procession to celebrate 70 years for August Revolution and National Day of Socialist Republic of Vietnam.Organizing the meeting and March in procession affirms historical position and value of August Revolution and National Day of Socialist Republic of Vietnam. In addition, praising and introducing some great achievements of the country has been encouraged. According to Project, the meeting and march in procession to celebrate 70 years for August Revolution and National Day will take place on September 02, 2015 at Ba Dinh square and some streets of Hanoi capital.Some participants at the meeting and march in procession are the Standing Agency of Central Committee of the Central Propaganda and Training in Ho Chi Minh City; the National Assembly, President, the Government; and Vietnam Fatherland Front. … [Read more...] about Meeting and March in procession to celebrate 70th August Revolution and National Day of Vietnam
August 7-13: NA Standing Committee convenes, ASEAN founding anniversary celebrated Most Recent News
NDO - A Nhan Dan Online selection of notable events that made headlines over the past week. National Assembly Standing Committee convenes 13th session The 13th session of the National Assembly Standing Committee (NASC) opened in Hanoi on August 10 and will run for seven days. NA Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan stated that during this session, the NA Standing Committee will give opinions in regards to controversial issues of the four draft laws. Deputies commented at the NA’s third session in regards to the revised laws on forest protection and development and fisheries. The Standing Committee also discussed public debt management, along with denunciations at the convention. The committee will scrutinize five bills scheduled to be submitted to the NA for consideration at the upcoming fourth session. First Vice President of the Cambodian Senate Nay Pena visits Vietnam Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong (R) and Nay Pena, Chairman of the Cambodian People’s Party … [Read more...] about August 7-13: NA Standing Committee convenes, ASEAN founding anniversary celebrated Most Recent News
Korean Day program opens in Quang Nam province
Art performance at the event (Photo VNA) The event was jointly held by the provincial People’s Committee and the Embassy of the Republic of Korea (RoK) in Vietnam in celebration of the 25th anniversary of Vietnam-RoK diplomatic ties. Local artists joined those from the RoK’s Gwangyang city to perform traditional music of the two countries. Kpop singers from Dongdeok University also cheered up audiences. Other sidelines activities include the Korean Movie Days, a photo exhibition on the land, culture and people of the RoK and Quang Nam, a workshop sharing experience in building new areas in Quang Nam and new village movement in the RoK, and an exchange meeting among students. Vice Chairman of the Quang Nam’s People’s Committee Le Tri Thanh said the RoK is one of the biggest investors in Quang Nam province. About 31 Korean firms are operating in the locality with a total capital of nearly USD250 million, generating jobs for nearly 10,000 workers. … [Read more...] about Korean Day program opens in Quang Nam province
Curtain comes down on Korean Day in Quang Nam
The two-day event was jointly held by the provincial People’s Committee and the Embassy of the Republic of Korea (RoK) in Vietnam in celebration of the 25th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries (December 22). Korean artists perform at the event The festival featured Korean Movie Days, a photo exhibition on the land, culture and people of the RoK and Quang Nam, a workshop on building new-style rural areas in Quang Nam and the new village movement in the RoK, a meeting with Korean investors and an exchange for students.The RoK has the largest number of investors in Quang Nam province, with 31 companies and total capital of nearly 250 million USD, generating jobs for nearly 10,000 laborers. Quang Nam has set up close ties with localities of the RoK over the past time. Annually, the province receives hundreds of thousands of US dollars in humanitarian and community development aid from RoK non-governmental organizations. The RoK has been among the … [Read more...] about Curtain comes down on Korean Day in Quang Nam
Korean Day programme opens in Quang Nam province
The event was jointly held by the provincial People’s Committee and the Embassy of the Republic of Korea (RoK) in Vietnam in celebration of the 25th anniversary of Vietnam-RoK diplomatic ties. Local artists joined those from the RoK’s Gwangyang city to perform traditional music of the two countries. Kpop singers from Dongdeok University also cheered up audiences. Other sidelines activities include the Korean Movie Days, a photo exhibition on the land, culture and people of the RoK and Quang Nam, a workshop sharing experience in building new areas in Quang Nam and new village movement in the RoK, and an exchange meeting among students. Vice Chairman of the Quang Nam’s People’s Committee Le Tri Thanh said the RoK is one of the biggest investors in Quang Nam province. About 31 Korean firms are operating in the locality with a total capital of nearly US$250 million, generating jobs for nearly 10,000 workers. Non-governmental organisations from the RoK provides … [Read more...] about Korean Day programme opens in Quang Nam province
Korean Day opens in Quang Nam province
NDO – The Korean Day programme kicked off in the central coastal province of Quang Nam on December 15.The event was jointly held by the provincial People’s Committee and the Embassy of the Republic of Korea (RoK) in Vietnam to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Vietnam-RoK diplomatic ties on December 22, 1992-2017.Vice Chairman of the Quang Nam’s People’s Committee Le Tri Thanh said that over the past 25 years, relations between Vietnam and the RoK have witnessed fruitful results and prospects. Quang Nam is the province receiving the most non-refundable ODA from the RoK Government with over US$41 million.The country is one of the biggest investors in Quang Nam province; about 31 Korean firms are operating in the locality with a total capital of nearly US$250 million, generating jobs for nearly 10,000 workers.Non-governmental organisations from the RoK provide humanitarian and community development aid packages worth hundreds of millions of US dollars for Quang … [Read more...] about Korean Day opens in Quang Nam province