Speaking at the event, Ambassador Dinh Ngoc Linh extended his wishes for peace, prosperity, good health, and abundant success to all Vietnamese people living in Malaysia.

Vietnamese Ambassador to Malaysia Dinh Ngoc Linh (L) visits a booth at the event.

He shared with them Vietnam’s socio-economic development achievements in 2024, highlighting high growth rate and effective inflation control.

He was pleased to announce significant improvements in social welfare, with the living standards steadily rising; increasing political and social stability; and enhanced national defence and security, which have laid a crucial foundation for the country's sustainable development.

According to the diplomat, Vietnam's strong development and increasing global standing have provided additional motivation for the people across the country and the overseas Vietnamese community to strive for prosperity, happiness, and a better life.

Visitors to the festival from January 9-12 had a chance to enjoy traditional Vietnamese dishes, fruits, and spices, and watch several art performances.

Previously, the Vietnamese community in the states of Selangor, Johor, and Penang - the areas with the largest Vietnamese populations in Malaysia - also celebrated the Lunar New Year with various events.

The Vietnamese community in Malaysia currently numbers over 30,000.

On the evening of January 11, Vietnamese from all regions of Thailand gathered in the capital city of Bangkok to attend the Homeland Spring programme.

Ambassador Pham Viet Hung informed the community about the continuous positive development of the Vietnam-Thailand Enhanced Strategic Partnership.

Relations across various channels, including the Party, Government, National Assembly, and organisations, and people-to-people exchange, as well as cooperation between localities, have been strengthened, serving as a foundation for the two countries to move towards upgrading their partnership to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in the coming time.

Hung expressed his pride and emotion when seeing that most of the overseas Vietnamese has established stable lives and integrated deeply into the Thai society.

He noted that many individuals have achieved success, gained a certain level of prestige, and actively contributed to the development of the localities where they live.

Vietnam's highest Tet bonus reaches $75,100

The highest Tet bonus in Vietnam this year has been recorded at VND1.908 billion ($75,162), while the nationwide average stands at VND7.7 million, according to the Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs.

Making Chung cakes to support the needy for Tet

A programme titled “Green Chung Cakes — Tet for the Poor 2025” is being organised by the management board of the Vietnam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism alongside other activities to welcome the Lunar New Year at the location.

Searches for Vietnam hotels during Tet up 139%: Agoda

Vietnam remains a major tourist draw, with searches for accommodation during the upcoming Tet holidays increasing by 139% year-on-year, data from online travel platform Agoda shows.

Bac Giang ensures goods supply for Tet

BAC GIANG – As the Lunar New Year (Tet) approaches, consumer demand for commodities increases sharply, putting pressure on prices and the supply of goods. To address this situation, the industry and trade sector and businesses in Bac Giang province have strengthened measures to stabilize the market, ensuring the availability of essential goods at reasonable prices.

Newwing Interconnect Technology Co., Ltd. (Bac Giang) pays Tet bonus of over 145.1 billion VND

BAC GIANG - In order to recognize the contributions and dedication of employees, the Board of Directors of Newwing Interconnect Technology Co., Ltd in Van Trung Industrial Park of Bac Giang province will spend a total profit of more than 145.1 billion VND (6 million USD) to give Tet bonus for workers on the occasion of the Lunar New Year 2025. 

Top legislator presents Tet gifts to disadvantaged people, armed forces in Yen Bai

As the Lunar New Year Festival (Tet) is approaching, National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man on January 4 visited and handed over gifts to armed forces, families of revolutionary contributors, poor residents, and those affected by typhoon Yagi in the northern mountainous province of Yen Bai.