The ASEAN diplomats congratulated the Vietnamese Party, Government and people on their great socio-economic development and diplomatic achievements in 2017, particularly the successful organization of the APEC Economic Leaders’ Week in the Central city of Da Nang. General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong and ASEAN ambassadors posing for a joint photo They said they believe that under the leadership of the CPV led by General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, the Vietnamese people will reap greater attainments in 2018 and following years, towards the prosperous development of the country. They also informed the host of the positive development of relations between Vietnam and each ASEAN nation, vowing to do their utmost to consolidate and further enhance the traditional friendship and cooperation with Vietnam in particular and among ASEAN countries in general, contributing to peace, stability and prosperity in Southeast Asia. For his part, General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong attributed the achievements Vietnam made in 2017 to the peaceful and stable environment in the region as well as the effective cooperation and assistance of the international community, including ASEAN countries. Applauding this year’s theme of “Resilient and Innovative ASEAN” initiated by Singapore as ASEAN Chair, the Party chief expressed his belief that with the joint efforts of member states, ASEAN will continue to make important progresses, enhance intra-bloc solidarity and cooperation, expand relations with external partners, and foster common development goals. Source: VNA
Party Secretariat reviews activities of Lunar New Year 2018 In his address, Party leader Nguyen Phu Trong praised the jubilant celebration of the lunar New Year nationwide saying it inspired all Vietnamese people to gain further achievements this year: "Vietnam’s achievements in socio-economic development, national defense, security, external affairs, Party building, and fighting corruption and negatives have inspired a happy Tet atmosphere. “ The Party leader urged Party organizations, Party members, state employees, and workers to resume working immediately after Tet to achieve further success this year.... [read more]
To 'Celebrate the Party and Welcome the 2006 Lunar New Year ", many cultural and music activies have been held in Danang, including the 'Spring and the Youth' arts contest at the Culture-Information Center. The contest was held on January 17 with young singers and bands, masters of ceremonies, good dancing couples, RAP-TECHNO and showings of ao dai and young fashion. The Film Production and Cinema Center will introduce films with the topic ''Celebrating the Party and Welcoming the 2006 Lunar New Year '' from January 1 to February 7. It will include films of the A Chau Film Studio,…... [read more]
(VOVworld) – The Vietnamese Embassy in Laos held a banquet in Vientiane on Friday to celebrate the success of the 12th National Party Congress and welcome the lunar New Year. Ambassador Nguyen Manh Hung said 2016 is an important year for both Vietnam and Laos as members of the ASEAN community, and Laos takes over the ASEAN presidency. He expressed his belief that with the two countries’ special solidarity and strong determination, Vietnam and Laos will further reap more success in 2016. Also on Friday, the Vietnamese Embassy in Egypt held a ceremony to mark the success of the 12th…... [read more]
According to the Governmental Portal, many localities have announced they will not to put on firework displays for the lunar New Year, after the Party Central Committee Secretariat meeting organizing the lunar New Year 2017. Accordingly, Dao Tan Bang, Chief Office of Da Nang City Party Committee, signed a document on the conclusion of the Standing Board of Da Nang City Party Committee on no firework displays for the lunar New Year. Secretary of Da Nang City Party Committee Nguyen Xuan Anh also signed a document on organizing activities economically on this occasion. Secretary of Quang Ninh provincial Party Committee…... [read more]
VietNamNet Bridge - The Vietnamese communities in many countries have held get-togethers and parties to welcome the traditional Lunar New Year (Tet). The club of Vietnamese fellow-countrymen in Laos' Xiengkhoang province hosted a get-together on February 17 to celebrate Tet. Addressing the event, Vietnamese Ambassador to Laos Nguyen Manh Hung said he hopes that the overseas Vietnamese (OVs) in Laos will continue to enhance solidarity, abide by the law of the host country while preserving their own cultural culture, thus contributing to fostering the Vietnam - Laos friendship. In Japan, a similar event jointly held by the Vietnamese Embassy and…... [read more]