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Preserving heritage through traditional instruments

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In the highland villages of Lào Cai, the sound of the khèn remains a vital pulse of Mông cultural life. Breaking traditional gender norms, a young girl born in 2006 has dedicated herself to mastering this demanding instrument to preserve her family’s artistic lineage. Her passion serves as a refreshing highlight at local festivals, proving that the younger generation is committed to keeping ancestral melodies alive.

Áo dài festival brings heritage to life

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Hundreds of traditional áo dài designs from across Việt Nam lit up the opening night of the Hồ Chí Minh City Áo Dài Festival at Nguyễn Huệ Walking Street.

Royal woodblocks bring Nguyễn heritage to life

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Việt Nam has a long tradition of woodblock printing, and to celebrate that heritage, the State Records and Archives Administration of Việt Nam opened a new exhibition on 3 March titled “Admiring Imperial Annotations – Experiencing Woodblock Printing.”

Minh Hằng teases first 2026 MV

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Minh Hằng is a well-known Vietnamese pop singer and actor recognised for her long-standing influence in the country’s entertainment industry. The singer attracts attention when unexpectedly revealing a new MV called "Hoa Hồng Ai Vun Trồng" ("Who cultivated these roses"). The song is scheduled for its official release on 3 March.

Việt Nam’s timeless art of rattan and bamboo weaving

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About 25 kilometres west of Hà Nội lies a craft village with more than 400 years of rattan and bamboo weaving. Today’s artisans are not only preserving this traditional art, but also reinventing it with creativity and passion, transforming humble materials into distinctive works embraced worldwide. As environmental awareness grows, these natural products are finding themselves in even greater demand than ever.

BLACKPINK returns with ‘Deadline’

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K-pop girlgroup BLACKPINK is making their comeback on Friday with their third mini album “Deadline.” This marks the group’s first full-group album over three years. The project serves as the concluding chapter of their massive world tour.

Driving the use of digital technology in cultural development

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As Việt Nam moves to realise these cultural goals, digital technology is increasingly seen as the bridge connecting heritage preservation with global outreach. That said, one of the key highlights of Resolution 80 is opening a new direction by identifying the development of culture in the digital space as a key task.

Spring festival at Đậu Pagoda

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In Việt Nam, spring is not only the start of a new lunar year, but also the season of traditional festivals. About 20 kilometres from central Hà Nội, the Đậu Pagoda Festival is one of the region's most notable spring celebrations, drawing large crowds over three days, from the 8th to the 10th day of the first lunar month.

Yên Tử Festival marks UNESCO status

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The 2026 Yên Tử Spring Festival officially opened on Thursday morning in Quảng Ninh Province. This is the first festival since the Yên Tử - Vĩnh Nghiêm - Côn Sơn, Kiếp Bạc complex was recognised by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage site, marking an effort to honour and promote its unique spiritual and cultural values.