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Vietnam U23 defeat UAE to advance to AFC U23 Asian Cup semifinals

Vietnam U23 booked a place in the semifinals of the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 after a dramatic 3-2 victory over UAE U23 on January 16 at Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

“Viet Culture in Motion” festival unveils fresh cinematic lens on Vietnam

Noodle Museum debuts in HCM City, showcasing Vietnam’s iconic dish

Vietnam to play Indonesia in ASEAN Championship 2026 group stage

Vietnam have been drawn in the same group as Indonesia and Singapore at the ASEAN Championship 2026 (ASEAN Hyundai Cup™ 2026), following an official draw held in Jakarta on January 15.

Vietnamese painter showcases heritage-inspired works

Vietnamese painter Le Trang has gained international recognition since early 2024, with her works featured in major exhibitions in London, Florence and Paris.

Vietnam stun hosts Saudi Arabia to reach U23 Asian Cup quarter-finals

Vietnam pulled off a major upset at the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026, defeating tournament hosts Saudi Arabia 1-0 in their match to secure a place in the quarter-finals with a perfect record.

International artists bring improv performances to Hanoi

Artists from around the globe will take to the stage in Hanoi this month, blending improvisational storytelling and musicality to spark new worlds and a memorable experience.

Nha Trang to host nearly 30 cultural events during Tet

Nearly 30 cultural, entertainment and artistic activities will take place in Nha Trang and surrounding cultural venues during the 2026 Lunar New Year or Tet.

U23 Asian Cup: Vietnam boost knockout prospects with 2-1 win over

Vietnam claimed a 2-1 victory over Kyrgyzstan in the second match of Group A on January 9, strengthening their chance of advancing to the knockout stage of the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup.

Approx. 200 groups kick off Hanoi Creative Design Festival 2026 activities

Nearly 200 creative groups will take part in an event in Hanoi on January 10-11, marking the start of a series of activities leading up to the C.

U16 PVF to face Barcelona and PSG at World Cup venues

Vietnam’s U16 PVF will meet youth teams from Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain at Aspire Academy in Qatar, a venue cluster set to host the FIFA U-17 World Cup from 2025 to 2029.

Danang International Fireworks Festival 2026 to run from May to July

The Danang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) 2026 is expected to take place from May 30 to July 11 under the theme Danang-United Horizons, organisers said on January 7.

Vietnam U23 open AFC U23 Asian Cup with composed win over Jordan

Vietnam U23 opened their AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 campaign with a composed 2-0 victory over Jordan U23, underlining the squad’s tactical discipline and match control.

Homeland Spring 2026 set for February 8

The Homeland 2026 Spring programme will be held on February 8 in Hanoi, according to the State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Pho, water puppetry to be proposed for UNESCO intangible heritage listing

Deputy PM Mai Van Chinh has agreed to the preparation of dossiers on pho and water puppetry as intangible cultural heritage, to be submitted to UNESCO for inscription on its heritage lists.

Vietnam requests Netflix to remove film over maps featuring “U-shaped line”

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism said on January 4 that its Cinema Department has requested Netflix to remove the film “Shine on me” from its website and app.

Kim Sang-sik: Vietnam ready to chase Asian Cup quarterfinal berth

Head coach Kim Sang-sik said his Vietnamese team are confident as they target a place in the quarter-finals of the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026, ahead of their opening match against Jordan.

AFC rates Vietnam U23 highly ahead of U23 Asian Cup 2026

Vietnam U23 enter the U23 Asian Cup 2026 with growing expectations, having won the gold medal at the SEA Games 33.

Night tour at Temple of Literature offers fresh cultural experience

A new night-time cultural programme was held at the Temple of Literature-Quoc Tu Giam on January 1, offering the public a novel way to experience the special national relic site.

Khanh Hoa to host first international kitesurfing tournament

Khanh Hoa will host its first international kitesurfing tournament from January 15 to 17, 2026, as the coastal province seeks to expand high end sea sports and tourism offerings.

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