Miss Universe Vietnam 2021 extends application deadline
Responding to the COVID-19 situation, Miss Universe Vietnam has extended its application deadline to mid-November which will remain adjustable due to the development of the pandemic.
Miss Universe Vietnam 2019 Nguyen Tran Khanh Van (centre) and first and second runner-ups Kim Duyen and Thuy Van. (Photo: Miss Universe Vietnam)
Hanoi (VNA) – Responding to the COVID-19situation, Miss Universe Vietnam has extended its application deadline tomid-November which will remain adjustable due to the development of thepandemic.
Changes, if any, will be constantly updated on the MissUniverse Vietnam’s official website and Facebook fanpage.
The organiser is also launching a digital series called“Vinawoman – Ban linh Viet Nam” (Vinawoman – Vietnam’s courage) to help findMiss Universe Vietnam 2021’s winners.
Part of the Woman Talk Vietnam project, the series willbe aired on the project’s Facebook fanpage and UNI NETWORK’s Youtube channel at8:00pm every Saturday, starting October 2. It aims to raise public awareness ofgender equality and women’s empowerment through forums, dialogues and debatesamong successful and inspiring women of various ages.
Miss Universe Vietnam 2018 H’Hen Ni. (Photo: Miss Universe Vietnam)
Moderators of the series will be Miss Universe Vietnamwinners and runner-ups, including Miss Universe Vietnam 2018 H’Hen Nie, MissUniverse Vietnam 2019 Nguyen Tran Khanh Van and her first runner-up Kim Duyen,and Miss Universe Vietnam 2010’s first runner-up Vu Hoang My, among others.
A representative from the organiser said the series wantsto help women raise their voices and opinions and have profound influence ondifferent areas, such as education, economy, women’s rights, politics, andsustainable development./.
Nguyen Tran Khanh Van, a Vietnamese representative at Miss Universe 2020, received the highest number of votes from fans to enter the Top 21 after finishing the final round that took place in Florida, the US, on May 17 (Vietnamese time).
Miss Vietnam 2020 Do Thi Ha, a student at the Hanoi-based National Economics University, is working to prepare for her appearance at the Miss World 2021 in Puerto Rico in December.
Two Vietnamese contestants have been named in the list of 42 candidates for Miss Grand Slam 2020, according to Global Beauties, an online source of reliable pageant-related information and news.
The ambassador noted that among the 300,000 Vietnamese residing in the RoK, around 3,000 are living in Pyeongtaek and contributing actively to the local economy. Ho expressed his hope that the local authorities will continue support the overseas Vietnamese community in the city.
This is the first time since the adoption of the Convention that a country has served two consecutive terms on the Committee. The outcome shows the trust and recognition that member states have given Vietnam for its efforts and achievements in carrying out and promoting the Convention, as well as for its active role, strong standing, and growing credibility at UNESCO.
Quang Duc pottery is known for its wide range of forms, including wine bottles, jars, lime pots, vases, plant pots, incense burners and candle stands. Decorative motifs are equally rich, featuring mythical creatures, pastoral scenes, floral patterns, deer, peacocks, bats and more.
Vietnam’s cinematic appeal lies in its diverse settings, from terraced mountains and limestone karsts to bustling markets and ancient towns. Its mix of ethnic vibes, buzzing street life, and old traditions gives directors a goldmine for storytelling.
The Vietnamese team will gather on June 26 in Ba Ria-Vung Tau, where they will train until July 14 before departing for Indonesia for the ASEAN U23 Championship 2025, which runs from July 15 to 29. Vietnam will face Laos on July 19 and Cambodia on July 22 in the group stage.
The exhibition showcases more than 100 valuable documents and artifacts, divided into two main parts: “Journalist Nguyen Ai Quoc – Ho Chi Minh” and “President Ho Chi Minh – Founder and Mentor of Vietnamese Revolutionary Press.” This is an opportunity to recall the late leader’s journalism journey and affirm his exceptional role in founding and guiding the revolutionary press in Vietnam.
For the first time, the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) has granted Vietnam hosting rights for the two championships, including the Asian women’s solo category, which debuts this year as an officially recognised event.
Eight teams will join the tournament, divided into two groups. Group A features Vietnam, the Philippines, Sichuan Club (China), and Australia, while Group B consists of Vietnam U21, Korabelka Club (Russia), Taiwan (China), and U21 Thailand.
Despite strong home support and high expectations, Vietnam were unable to overcome the defending champions, who secured their third consecutive win over Vietnam in a regional final, following previous victories in 2014 and 2023.
The event, part of Vietnam’s cultural diplomacy strategy through 2030, was jointly organised by the Vietnamese Embassy in Venezuela and USM’s Faculty of International Relations. It attracted thousands of students from universities across Venezuela.
For the first time, Vietnamese audiences will have the opportunity to experience the ballet masterpiece "Don Quixote" in its original version by renowned choreographer Marius Petipa.
The contest carried deep meaning as it was the first time the life of Vietnamese women abroad had been highlighted as the central theme, said poet and writer Nguyen Quang Thieu, Chairman of the Vietnam Writers’ Association.
The event formed part of Vietnam’s ongoing campaign to seek UNESCO World Heritage status for the complex at the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, scheduled to take place in Paris in July.
Creative cultural festivals are fast emerging as a new catalyst for tourism development in Vietnam, as localities increasingly invest in these vibrant events on a more systematic and larger scale.
This marks the first time Vietnam has hosted a continental-level Muay event which will feature competitions across 28 weight categories in combat and eight performance categories.
Coming to the Vietnamese booth, visitors had the chance to take part in a bamboo dance, a workshop on painting woven bamboo or rattan, or quizzes about Vietnam.
These are impressive achievements, not only showing the efforts and prowess of Vietnamese paddlers but also serving as proof of the sports sector’s strategic and systematic investment.
Miss Universe Vietnam 2019 Nguyen Tran Khanh Van (centre) and first and second runner-ups Kim Duyen and Thuy Van. (Photo: Miss Universe Vietnam)
Miss Universe Vietnam 2018 H’Hen Ni. (Photo: Miss Universe Vietnam)
