Vu Lan – Vietnam’s day for filial piety

Vu Lan – Vietnam’s day for filial piety

(VOVWORLD) - In Vietnam, Vu Lan is a major festival celebrated in the 7th lunar month. It’s an occasion for children to express their gratitude to their parents, and Buddhist...
Moon cake makers start sales early this year

Moon cake makers start sales early this year

(VOVWORLD) - With nearly two months to go before the start of the Mid-Autumn festival, moon cakes of all shapes, sizes, prices, and brands are now available in bakeries across...
Fanous lantern, symbol of Ramadan holy month

Fanous lantern, symbol of Ramadan holy month

(VOVWORLD) - The fanous lantern has been a symbol of Ramadan for hundreds of years. For Muslims, it represents the light guiding the way. In Egypt, during the holy month of Ramadan, streets are illuminated...
Wednesday July 13, 2022

Wednesday July 13, 2022

(VOVWORLD) - First on our show today, we’d like to welcome Nick Packham of the UK to the Voice of Vietnam. In his very first correspondence to VOV this week, he wrote: “Good morning...
Wednesday May 18, 2022

Wednesday May 18, 2022

(VOVWORLD) - First on our show today, we’d like to acknowledge correspondence from Rabi Sankar Bosu of India who described a seminar called “Ho Chi Minh and India” held in...
The Republic of Korea decides to join CPTPP

The Republic of Korea decides to join CPTPP

(VOVWORLD) - The Republic of Korea on Friday decided to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) as the country seeks to diversify its export portfolio once...
Novruz celebration in Azerbaijan

Novruz celebration in Azerbaijan

(VOVWORLD) - Azerbaijan is a country where national traditions are carefully preserved. Azerbaijan culture is close to its heritage and holds its centuries-old national traditions sacred. Many Azerbaijan traditions are embodied in hospitality, folk beliefs...