The 2023 European Literature Days will take place in Hanoi from May 11-21, with various attractive activities, announced by the French Institute in Hanoi.
French writer Michel Bussi exchanges with Vietnamese readers. (Photo: nhandan.vn)
Hanoi (VNA) - The 2023 European Literature Days will take place in Hanoifrom May 11-21, with various attractive activities, announced by the FrenchInstitute in Hanoi.
The opening ceremony for the event will be held on May 13 in front of the LyThai To Monument on Dinh Tien Hoang Street, featuring the participation ofrepresentatives from embassies and cultural institutes of 13 Europeancountries, the Nhan dan newspaper cited the source as saying.
Within the framework of the 2023 European Literature Days, a wide variety ofcultural and literary activities by publishing units and cultural companies inVietnam will be held, including book introductions, reading, literarydiscussions and book fairs.
In addition, two composition contests about European characters and acompetition on European literature have attracted many candidates who arepassionate about literature and painting.
This year, the event showcases diverse works from the UK, Poland, Belgium,Denmark, Germany, Hungary, France, Finland, Czech Republic, Spain, Sweden,Switzerland and Italy. The works will be displayed and introduced at seminars,book introductions and exhibitions.
Readers will also have the chance to exchange with authors, translators,editors and publishers, as well as attend seminars or other interactiveactivities.
The European Express Train Event, which is held by students from the Book andAction Club of Hanoi Law University, will help readers discover Europeancultures through the pages of books.
The activities during the event will take place at the December 19 Book Street,Casa Italia, Goethe Institute in Hanoi, French Institute in Hanoi and Kim DongPublishing House./.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh arrived in Hanoi on December 16 afternoon, concluding a successful trip to Europe during which he attended a commemorative summit in celebration of ASEAN-EU relations, and paid official visits to Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Belgium from December 9-15.
Vietnam’s exports to the European and American markets will continue to benefit from free trade agreements (FTAs) that Vietnam signed with partners in the regions, said Ta Hoang Linh, Director of the Europe-American Market Department under the Ministry of Industry and Trade.
Vietnamese action film “578: Phat Dan Cua Ke Dien”, also known as “578 Magnum” officially shot on to film screens throughout Europe in Italy, Poland, Spain, Switzerland, and Germany, Denmark.
A forum on opportunities for Vietnamese handicraft products has taken place as part of the MIDA – Florence International Crafts Fair 2023, which runs in Italy from April 25 to May 1.
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Accessible via //a80.hanoi.gov.vn and a mobile app, the platform serves as the official information hub for parades, cultural events, exhibitions, and public services. It offers real-time updates on schedules, traffic, security, healthcare, and live broadcasts, as well as behind-the-scenes stories and community-shared moments from across the country.
Vietnamese language is now officially taught at four high schools and is one of eight optional second foreign languages in the national university entrance exam of the RoK.
Coach Masahiko Okiyama asked his Vietnamese side to step up a gear after the break, and it took only three minutes to double their lead thanks to an individual effort from Y Za Luong, who finished crisply into the bottom corner.
More than 150 images on display highlight the National Assembly’s 80-year development and the performance of the HCM City delegation of NA deputies during the 2021–2026 term.
The festival aims to foster artistic and cultural exchange, while deepening international appreciation for national identity, societal values and the missions of law enforcement agencies, especially those of the Vietnamese People's Police and their counterparts around the globe.
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism plans to display up to 150 posters at Ho Chi Minh Square in Vinh for the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution on August 19 and National Day on September 2.
The competition offers a meaningful cultural and educational platform, serving not only as a creative space for Vietnamese and international children living in Hanoi but also as a forum to inspire patriotism, a love for peace, environmental awareness, and the aspiration to build a humane and sustainable world.
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For years, the Vietnamese community in many countries rarely had the chance to experience Vietnam’s traditional arts and culture actitivies organized by the Vietnam government, except the annual event “Vietnam Day Abroad” that has been organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs since 2010. But the year 2024 marked a turning point.
In the context of international integration and globalisation, culture and art education plays a vital role in promoting the all-round development of Vietnam's young generation.
Vietnam shared the top podium with the Philippines in the medal tally with four gold, two silver and two bronze medals at the last SEA Games in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
The “Vietnam – Colours from the Tropics” Cultural Festival in Moscow, Russia, has wrapped up after drawing 968,000 local residents and visitors, surpassing expectations and surprising organisers with the vibrant interest it sparked in the Russian capital.
Numerous commemorative activities highlighting the national remarkable achievements will be held nationwide in celebration of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19, 1945 – 2025) and National Day (September 2, 1945 – 2025).
French writer Michel Bussi exchanges with Vietnamese readers. (Photo: nhandan.vn) 
