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Memorable Hanoi: Capturing the City’s Rich History and Charm Photographer Trinh Hai, 92, has dedicated his life to capturing Hanoi’s beauty. Photo: Jenna Duong In the crisp autumn days of early October, as Hanoi welcomed the seasonal rain, the city’s air was filled with a mix of emotions. Veteran photographer Trinh Hai, former Chairman of the Hanoi Elderly Photography Club, arrived at the Temple of Literature for the 19th “Hanoi in My Heart” photo exhibition. He brought with him a collection of black-and-white documentary photos, each a testament to the city’s rich history. As he walked through the exhibition, he paused thoughtfully before each image, allowing the memories they evoked to wash over him. Reflecting on a black-and-white photo titled “Prime Minister Pham Van Dong and Missile Troops Protecting the Fatherland,” Trinh Hai shared, “As we approach the 70th anniversary of the Capital’s Liberation, I feel a profound sense of pride in participating in t...

Hannah Nguyen There are only a few days left before the European Commission (EC)’s fourth on-site inspection in Vietnam over the fight against illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing. In the effort to lift the IUU yellow card, the most crucial prerequisite was to put an end to the situation of fishing vessels violating the exploitation of seafood in foreign waters. However, the task remained challenging, VNS reported. The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has announced that with relentless efforts to curb the illegal fishing by Vietnamese fishing vessels in foreign waters, Vietnam’s fishery sector hoped that the removal of its yellow card warning for IUU fishing will happen this year. Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Phung Duc Tien made the statement on September 29 during a virtual conference with 28 coastal cities and provinces and relevant agencies and units, regarding preparations for the EC inspection team for the fourth time. T...

The plan to prevent first-half goals and transition to offense in the second half quickly fell apart when Iran scored in the fifth minute through Arsalan Motahari’s header. Afterwards, Vietnam’s defense remained under constant pressure from Iran’s attacks. It wasn’t until the 26th minute that Vietnam managed to register their first shot on target, thanks to Bui Vi Hao. However, Hao’s attempt was swiftly denied by Iranian goalkeeper Hossein Hosseini. The first half concluded with Iran leading 1-0, showcasing their dominance in all aspects of the game. In the second half, Iran maintained control and added another goal by Saman Touranian, making it 2-0 in the 47th minute. Vietnamese (red jersey) and Iranian players in action at the 19th Asian Games in China, September 21, 2023. Photo: H.D. / Tuoi Tre Five minutes later, Iran extended their lead to 3-0 after Mehdi Mamizadeh dribbled the ball and fired a shot from outside the penalty area, beating Vietnamese goalkeeper Quan ...

The Hanoi Department of Tourism has reported that the number of international visitors to Hanoi in the first nine months of 2023 has exceeded the annual target. Among the arrivals, there have been an estimated 3.2 million international tourists, representing a fourfold increase compared to the same period in 2022. Additionally, the number of domestic tourists reached around 15.7 million, showing a 20.2% year-on-year increase. International visitors at Hoan Kiem Lake – the heart of the capital city. Photos: Hoai Nam/ The Hanoi Times The total tourism revenue during this period reached about VND69.3 trillion (US$2.85 billion), indicating a 66.9% year-on-year increase. The average occupancy rate of accommodation across all categories was 61%, a 27% year-on-year increase. Throughout January-September, Hanoi has consistently received high ratings from international tourism organizations and has been ranked among the most attractive destinations in the world. On September 6,...

The Hanoi Autumn Carnival, a vibrant and colorful event, took place on October 1st as part of the Hanoi Autumn Festival. The festivities unfolded in the bustling pedestrian area surrounding Hoan Kiem Lake. A morning parade saw participation from up to 1,500 individuals comprising municipal civil servants, students, members of art groups, and craftsmen from various parts of the city. The festival, held under the captivating theme “Bright Colors of Autumn,” showcased mesmerizing performances by talented art groups. Adding a charming touch to the event were women dressed in traditional long robes, known as “ao dai.” The carnival program attracts the largest number of spectators. Photo: VNA  The carnival commenced amidst great excitement, featuring a captivating lion and dragon dance performed by a renowned troupe from Thanh Oai District. This mesmerizing spectacle involved 600 skilled individuals manipulating 30 magnificent dragons and unicorns, accompanied by 30 tale...