General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam (L) meets with United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres at the UN headquarters on September 23.

    Appreciating Vietnam’s active and pioneering engagement in security, political affairs, sustainable development and a just energy transition, Secretary-General Guterres expressed his hope that Vietnam will continue to play a strong role in the world’s transformation, contribute to efforts to address climate change under the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP), and promote emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI).

    General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam (L) meets with United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres at the UN headquarters on September 23.

    General Secretary and President To Lam meets UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres

    Appreciating Vietnam’s active and pioneering engagement in security, political affairs, sustainable development and a just energy transition, Secretary-General Guterres expressed his hope that Vietnam will continue to play a strong role in the world’s transformation, contribute to efforts to address climate change under the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP), and promote emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI).

    Excerpts from tuong (classical dramma), cheo (traditional Vietnamese opera), xam (blind buskers’ singing), and chau van (ritual singing) performed at the Traditional Arts Space in Hanoi’s Old Quarter have attracted great interest from local residents and tourists (Photo: VNA)

    Traditional culture finds new life in contemporary Vietnam

    Under Resolution 80-NQ/TW, dated January 7, 2026, November 24 was designated Vietnam Culture Day, to be observed annually. The occasion aims to give the public opportunities to participate in, create and enjoy cultural activities, helping spread positive values and foster pride in Vietnamese culture.