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Mekong Delta faces skills gap
Society 23:26 14/08/2026The Mekong Delta accounts for about 95 per cent of Vietnam's rice exports and 60 per cent of fish exports. As production shifts toward technology and higher-value products, the region also needs a workforce with new and more specialised skills.
Coconut industry growth revives local livelihoods
Economy 21:28 14/08/2026In both 2024 and 2025, exports of coconuts and coconut products reached new records, exceeding one billion US dollars. In Vinh Long, which has the largest coconut-growing area in Vietnam, the coconut industry alone accounts for around 8% of the province's industrial production value.
Mekong Delta food tasting 101 | Speak Like a Local
Learn Vietnamese 20:30 02/08/2026Just looking at a Mekong Delta fruit orchard makes you crave it, right guys? But honestly, the best part of visiting an orchard isn't just the fruit. It's the warm way the locals invite you to eat and talk about their food.
The Coconut Homeland Goes Global | Local Towards Global
Politics & Economy 00:05 02/08/2026Nourished by the Mekong's rich alluvial soil, Vinh Long's coconuts are celebrated for their naturally sweet water and refreshing flavour. As unstable markets challenged local growers, many returned home with new skills, fresh ideas, and a different vision, helping drive the development of the coconut industry and take Vietnamese coconuts further into international markets.
The Taste of Homeland | Vibes of Vietnam
Culture & Tourism 00:55 14/07/2026Once a humble field snack, these freshly harvested tubers were a cherished source of energy for generations growing up in Việt Nam’s countryside. Their simple sweetness carries memories of rural life, where the land provided both nourishment and lasting childhood traditions.
Coconuts musical instruments | The Rhythms of Vietnam
Culture & Tourism 00:55 14/07/2026From a humble tree that has long supported daily life, the coconut continues to inspire creativity in unexpected ways. Using different parts of the tree, local artisans craft everything from household items to unique handmade musical instruments. Discover the craftsmanship, tradition, and ingenuity that transform an everyday natural resource into instruments with their own distinctive sound
Garden Gifts | Vibes of Vietnam
Culture & Tourism 17:48 13/07/2026In the Mekong Delta, humble garden tells stories of home, neighbourly kindness, and a way of life rooted in trust. Discover how these simple "Garden Gifts" preserve the memories, values, and enduring spirit of the countryside in this episode of Vibes of Vietnam.
Swimming classes help save children from drowning
Society 11:56 08/07/2026Summer is at its peak, and it's almost impossible to resist the temptation of a refreshing swim. For children in Việt Nam’s Mekong Delta, the rivers and canals surrounding the neighbourhoods become familiar playgrounds. In Vĩnh Long Province, many swimming classes are now held directly on local rivers, allowing them to become familiar with real-life water conditions while learning essential survival skills.
Việt Nam Ethnic Mosaic | Hidden Charm
Culture & Tourism 17:21 15/06/2026In this episode of Hidden Charm, we journey through Việt Nam's ethnic mosaic. From a Hà Nội café honouring 54 communities, to Dao worship paintings where belief lives in colour and symbol, and five-colour sticky rice where each hue carries a blessing. The journey ends with Khmer palm leaf manuscripts, where fragile leaves hold centuries of faith, revealing how each community keeps memory alive.
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