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It has become a tradition for people across the country to send their gifts to Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelago, some 300 nautical miles off Khanh Hoa province’s coast, just before Tet (Lunar New Year) holiday. The gifts bring not only the Tet atmosphere from mainland but also encouragement to those who defend their nation’s territories days and nights regardless of hardship. The vessel KN490 approached Song Tu Tay Island, but the boat taking the group could not reach the island because the waves were too strong. Source: Lao Cai newspaper Navy Region 4 ships carrying officers, soldiers, journalists as well as New Year gifts departed from Cam Ranh military port in the central province of Khanh Hoa on December 21 for Truong Sa. After more than two days (from December 21 to December 23), overcoming big waves, high winds, and a journey of more than 200 nautical miles, the vessel KN490 carried a delegation approached the archipelago. According to the itinerary, the first stop...

Young teacher spreading Vietnamese culture Le Ngoc Uyen Sa is currently 26 years old and originated in Thua Thien Hue of Vietnam. She came to Jeju island in April 2022 under a contract with the Department of Education of Jeju province to teach the Vietnamese language and culture. The opportunity came to Uyen Sa quite unexpectedly. After graduating from university, she worked as an interpreter for a Korean company in Ho Chi Minh City. 3 years later, she wanted to change the job and noticed the vacancy announcement of the Jeju Provincial Department of Education. Feeling that this is a good opportunity and that she is also suitable for the job, Uyen Sa immediately sent her application. Uyen Sa is currently teaching Vietnamese language and culture in Jeju island of Korea. (Photo: To Quoc) “I was lucky to be accepted after passing the application and interview. When I was a student, I received a short-term scholarship to study at Kyunghee University in Seoul. Therefore, I am...

A border province and official Frontier Area, Ha Giang lies in the remote far northern region of the country. To visit this province is to journey back in time and encounter some of Vietnam’s most rugged and grand landscapes. Ha Giang is best experienced as a road trip on two wheels, soaking up the majesty of the landscape and the atmosphere of the remote towns and minority villages. Meo Vac Sunday Market Photo: Vo Minh Thien When talking about Ha Giang, a lot of travelers will think about the majestic and breathtaking beauty of nature. Meo Vac Market is located in the center of Meo Vac town and is the largest market in Ha Giang province, where people from villages all around Meo Vac come to trade and socialize. It takes place every Sunday. On this day, the people of the Mong, Dao, and Lo Lo ethnic groups not only buy, sell and exchange goods, but also consider this an opportunity to gather around and share the cultural values of other people and tourists from all around...