Typhoon Kalmaegi has left a trail of destruction across Việt Nam’s Central Highlands, killing at least five people and causing an estimated VNĐ7.05 trillion (US$268 million) in damage.
Hà Nội and Ninh Bình are among the localities that have temporarily stopped tours and entertainment activities while enhancing the protection of cultural relics and scenic spots in response to the potential impacts of Typhoon Wipha.
The Hue Festival, a biannual cultural event to be held next month, will
feature contemporary pop, rock and flamenco music in order to attract
young audiences.
Around ten ancient trees in the old quarter of Hoi An City, which were
either uprooted or blown down after the year''s 11th storm, Nari, hit the
central region, have been restored.
To celebrate the National Day of the Netherlands on April 30, Dutch
Ambassador to Viet Nam Joop Scheffers reflects on the long-running
sustainable partnership between the two countries.
