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A one-of-a-kind Tet (Vietnamese Lunar New Year) candy collection was crafted by Pawty Pawty, a pet bakery based in An Phu Ward, Thu Duc. The owners, a trio of young entrepreneurs, spent over two months meticulously researching and developing these special treats. Nguyen Thi Mai Ly, 27, along with her partners, Tran Thanh Truc, 25, and Do Trung Hieu, 27, left their corporate jobs to pursue their passion for creating healthy and innovative pet food. Ly shared that the idea behind these Tet treats stemmed from a desire to include pets in the festive celebrations, recognizing that they are cherished members of the family. “More and more people consider pets as family,” she said, “and we wanted to create a special Tet experience for them.” The Pawty Pawty Tet candy set offers a delightful assortment of eight treats, carefully crafted with premium ingredients such as goat milk powder, lean pork, salmon, tuna, and oatmeal. Their attention to detail is evident in treats like the gold bar ca...

The Thuan Hoa District’s Park Management Center director, Duong Quang Hien, confirmed on Friday that the promenade project carries a price tag of over VND 20 billion (US$787,000). This extensive walkway, measuring 432 meters in length and three meters in width, will be constructed with a robust reinforced concrete base. It will be topped with 50mm-thick ironwood planks, covering a total area of 1,298 square meters. Additionally, a semicircular stage spanning 430 square meters will be built in the area. This stage will mirror the design of the walkway, featuring the same concrete base and a smooth wooden surface. The seating area will be a picturesque landscape of seasonal flowers, lush grass, and terraced stone benches stretching across 334 meters. It will be equipped with lighting and have the capacity to accommodate up to 6,000 people for large-scale outdoor events and performances. An artist’s vision of a wooden stage nestled along the Perfume River in Hue City, Vietnam. T...

**Supachok Sarachat’s Controversial Goal Leads Fan Vote for 2024 ASEAN Championship’s Best Goal** The ongoing fan vote for the Best Goal of the 2024 ASEAN Championship has sparked interest, with Supachok Sarachat’s controversial goal against Vietnam taking the lead in the polls. As of Tuesday afternoon, the official tournament website saw an impressive 7,811 votes cast in the poll, which opened that morning. Out of 10 shortlisted goals, Supachok’s strike dominated with a substantial 81.41% of the votes. In contrast, Vietnamese striker Nguyen Xuan Son’s goal from the first leg of the final garnered 18.13% of the total votes. The remaining goals trailed significantly, with Shawal Anuar, Joao Pedro, Bjorn Martin Kristensen, and Faris Ramli all receiving less than 1% of the votes. The other contenders, including goals by Sandro Reyes, Abdel Kader Coulibaly, and Syafiq Ahmad, received minimal support, with each earning less than 0.05% of the votes. With this overwhelming response,...

During his attendance at the 10th Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit from January 9 to January 12, Deputy Prime Minister Tran Luu Quang met Chief Minister of Gujarat state Bhupendra Patel, as reported by VOV. Deputy PM Quang highlighted the increasing cooperation opportunities between Vietnam and Gujarat, especially since the launch of direct flights between Gujarat and the major Vietnamese cities of Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi in November 2022. The frequency of flights is now 14 per week. Moreover, several corporations based in Gujarat are planning to invest in the Vietnamese market. Deputy PM Quang proposed that Chief Minister Patel continue to focus on enhancing the cooperation between the two sides by increasing delegation exchanges, improving the efficiency of economic, trade, and investment ties, expediting negotiations to increase flight frequency, and strengthening collaboration between the two countries’ localities. Deputy Prime Minister Tran Luu Quang (R) receives Chie...

The eighth Vietnam – Japan environmental policy dialogue took place on January 12 in a hybrid format, with Japan’s State Minister of the Environment, Yagi Tetsuya, and Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, Le Cong Thanh, co-chairing the event, as reported by VNA. Deputy Minister Thanh emphasized the significance of the event as the memorandum of understanding for cooperation signed by the two ministries in 2020 had expired. He stated that this provides an opportunity for the two ministries to discuss and initiate a new phase of cooperation in the areas of environment, climate change, and plastic waste reduction. Japanese State Minister Yagi expressed that the cooperation between the two ministries has yielded concrete and practical results, particularly in the field of environment and climate change adaptation. Japan’s State Minister of the Environment, Yagi Tetsuya, and Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, Le Cong Thanh, at the s...

Da Nang International Terminal was awarded on December 11, making it the first airport terminal in Southeast Asia to receive Welcome Chinese certification. This demonstrates the airport’s dedication to understanding and meeting the needs of Chinese tourists. (Photo: China Tourism Academy) Da Nang International Terminal (Terminal T2) has been awarded Gold – the highest level among the three grades: Silk, Jade, and Gold. There are four other airports worldwide that have been certified as “ Welcome Chinese ,” including Paris International Airport (ADP) in France and King Khalid International Airport in Saudi Arabia. Established in 2008, China Tourism Academy is a research organization based in Beijing, under the China National Tourism Administration. To receive this certification, Da Nang International Terminal has met the requirements, such as displaying Chinese language on signs, flight display screens, restaurant menus, maps, and websites. The airport also provide...

The Tan Dinh Church in Ho Chi Minh City is ranked fourth in a global list of 8 prettiest pink destinations that can “fulfill every Barbie lover’s fantasy.” The listing is carried by an article in the Hindustan Times, a prominent Indian English daily. “Tan Dinh Church, located in the center of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, is a stunning architectural marvel and an iconic pink landmark,” the article says. The Tan Dinh Pink Church in Ho Chi Minh City was built in 1876 and is 60 meters high. Photo: Local Vietnam It notes that Tan Dinh is “the oldest Catholic church in Ho Chi Minh City…founded in 1864. The pink exterior paint job was applied in 1957. The interior, which is painted an even brighter pink, is the real surprise. For those who adore pink, it will be an amazing joy since it is like standing inside a wedding cake.” The article calls the church a “captivating pink landmark.” The other destinations mentioned in the list in order are Lake Hillier in Australia; Jaipur...