Ngu Xa artisans keep glory of traditional bronze casting craft

The 500-year old Ngu Xa bronze casting craft village in Ba Dinh district of Hanoi is considered one of the four quintessential craft villages of the ancient capital city of Thang Long, now Hanoi. Through many ups and downs of history, Ngu Xa bronze products, ranging from pots, trays and vases to bells, statues, candleholders, … Read more

Vietnam’s economy projected to grow 6.1% this year: WB

Vietnam’s economic growth is expected to pick up in 2024, driven by a rebound in manufactured exports and tourism, and recovering consumption and business investment, the World Bank (WB) said on August 26 in a new report. The economy is forecast to grow 6.1% in 2024, and 6.5% in both 2025 and 2026, up from … Read more

Vietnam attends Germany’s Leipzig cultural exchange week

Vietnamese products and food are being promoted at a cultural exchange week held in Germany’s Leipzig city from August 24-30. The week-long cultural festival is held yearly in Leipzig but this year is the first time the festival organisers have invited its twin cities and some international organisations based in the city to join. The … Read more