London, February 10 (VNA) - As part of the Newhaven Museum's upgrade project, a display area featuring President Ho Chi Minh’s statue and related artifacts is being restored, with completion expected by May.
The bronze statue, a gift from the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum through the Vietnamese Embassy in the UK, was presented to the museum in 2013 to mark the 100th anniversary of his arrival in the UK. This is its second restoration since 2023.
At a recent meeting with the Newhaven authorities, Vietnamese Ambassador to the UK Do Minh Hung affirmed the Embassy’s support for the local authority and the museum in preserving the display and providing additional materials on President Ho Chi Minh. Both sides pledged to strengthen the historic ties between Vietnam and Newhaven.
Graham Amy, Chairman of Newhaven Museum, noted that alongside the statue, the museum displays artifacts linked to President Ho Chi Minh, including a model of his stilt house and a replica of a paddle steamer used on the Dieppe-Newhaven route. He emphasised the exhibits’ role in fostering Vietnam-Newhaven relations.
Chairman of the Newhaven Chamber of Commerce Mike Shorer spoke highly of the growing business links between Vietnam and Newhaven, with local investors already operating in Vietnam and interest in further collaboration increasing.
During his visit, Ambassador Hung laid flowers at President Ho Chi Minh’s memorial plaque at West Quay, Newhaven Port.
Newhaven in East Sussex is the place where young patriot Nguyen Tat Thanh who later became President Ho Chi Minh, used to come when he worked on the inter💙national ferry route connecting Newhaven and Dieppe town of France across the English Channel sometime after the World War I./.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Japan Pham Quang Hieu underscored the significance of the Tet celebration, which helped the overseas Vietnamese (OVs) to reconnect with their roots and honour the nation’s cultural values.
The Vietnamese Business Association in the UK (VBUK) has announced plans to reshape the landscape of Vietnam-UK trade relations, focusing on driving business community forward, fostering its unity and strengthening connections with their Vietnamese partners both at home and abroad.
President Ho Chi Minh, a genius leader and the beloved father of the Vietnamese people, is the founder and trainer of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) - the pioneering political organization that has led the nation to overcome many harsh challenges.
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.
