Book fair uncovers some ASEAN voices

HANOI - The Hanoi Book Fair 2016 will feature an exhibit introducing the relationship between Hanoi and Vietnam with ASEAN countries.

The book fair, hosted by the capital’s Department of Information and Communications, kicks off on October 6, themed ‘Books and Integration’.

Various publications reflecting the culture and history of ASEAN countries are on display as the book fair celebrates one year of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC).

The event is a festival for book lovers, an occasion to honour reading culture and a chance for cultural exchange between ASEAN countries.

The organising board worked with embassies of ASEAN countries to arrange booths introducing the culture and publications of each country.

Documentaries introducing the capital will be screened with the theme of Hanoi in Foreigners’ Eyes, with English subtitles available.

Books, photos and documents on national sovereignty are displayed at an indoor space entitled Vietnam’s Sea and Islands. The exhibition also showcases books and photos on the culture and society of the Truong Sa (Spratlys) Archipelago.

The book fair comprises 170 booths of 46 domestic and 20 foreign publishers. They present books in various genres including children’s books, literature, economy, science, books in foreign languages and e-books.

This is the first time foreign publishing houses will buy and sell copyrights at the book fair through the Hanoi-based Squirrel Rights Agency. It’s expected that many contracts for translating and publishing books between Vietnam and foreign publishers will be signed at the fair, according to Tuyet Nhung, from the Squirrel Rights Agency.

The book fair gathers famous publishers such as Graph Art Publishing House (Hungary), Glenat Publishing House (France), Kobunsha Publishing Company (Japan) and Pelangi Publishing Group (Malaysia).

“It’s also a chance for us to introduce publications, e-books and digital products of Vietnam to foreign partners,” said Nhung.

Claudia Kaiser, vice chairwoman of the Frankfurt Book Fair, will exchange with local publishers and talk about the world publishing industry in a workshop.

Beside books for sale, visitors will have a chance to talk with authors and discuss best-sellers.

Remarkable subjects include love stories in The Sound of Colours by Taiwanese illustrator Jimmy Liao; how a father deals with naughty kids in a book by famous director/actor Tran Luc; Young Samurai by Chris Bradford, translated by Hoàng Hương Trang; and depictions of the LGBT community in a book series published by Huy Hoang Company.

Children and parents can join painting activities inspired by books of the Kim Dong Publishing House.

The book fair runs through October 10 to celebrate the 62nd Liberation Day of Hanoi (October 10). It is open from 8am to 9pm, at Thang Long Royal Citadel, with entrance free
VNA

Other News

Vietnam steps up implementation of ethnic affairs strategy through 2030

Vietnam steps up implementation of ethnic affairs strategy through 2030

To accelerate the implementation of the the Ethnic Affairs Strategy by 2030, with a vision toward 2045, the Prime Minister requested ministries, agencies and local authorities to continue thoroughly carrying out the Party and State’s policies on ethnic affairs, enhancing the effectiveness of State management and strengthening oversight of policy implementation.

Security preparations reviewed for APEC 2027 in Phu Quoc

Security preparations reviewed for APEC 2027 in Phu Quoc

The team examined the APEC 2027 Convention Centre, where main conference activities are scheduled; Sun Serenia Hospital, designated to provide healthcare and emergency medical services for delegates; provincial road DT.975, which connects Phu Quoc International Airport to the convention centre; and the area surrounding Phu Quoc International Airport.

Hanoi accelerates seven Red River bridge projects, many exceed 70% completion

Hanoi accelerates seven Red River bridge projects, many exceed 70% completion

According to the municipal Transport Construction Investment Project Management Board, the city is simultaneously implementing seven projects, namely Tu Lien, Ngoc Hoi, Tran Hung Dao, Thuong Cat, Van Phuc, Hong Ha and Me So bridges. Construction is being carried out on multiple fronts, focusing on bored piles, pile caps, piers and superstructure works.

Dien Bien battlefield legacy powers tourism revival

Dien Bien battlefield legacy powers tourism revival

Seventy-two years after the Dien Bien Phu Victory, its legacy still reverberates. The unity, self-reliance, and resilience forged in that historic triumph remain a powerful internal engine, now propelling Dien Bien toward fast and sustainable development.

Hanoi accelerates shift to green buses, targets 100% by 2030

Hanoi accelerates shift to green buses, targets 100% by 2030

In the 2027–2030 period, the city will accelerate the transition towards the complete phase-out of fossil fuel-powered buses. The share of electric and green energy-fueled buses is projected to reach 79–89% by 2029 and 100% by 2030.

36 fishermen safely rescued after boat breaks down near Truong Sa

36 fishermen safely rescued after boat breaks down near Truong Sa

At 8:00 the same day, KN475 began towing the disabled fishing boat toward Da Tay A island. The towing operation was carried out safely, and by 18:30 both the vessel and its crew had arrived at the island without incident, where repairs and additional support procedures were arranged.

Vietnamese language contest in Laos strengthens youth ties, bilateral friendship

Vietnamese language contest in Laos strengthens youth ties, bilateral friendship

Held in response to the launch of the Vietnamese Language Day among overseas Vietnamese communities, the event aimed to enhance the quality of Vietnamese language teaching and learning in Laos while contributing to the great friendship, special solidarity, comprehensive cooperation and strategic cohesion between the two countries.

Vietnamese language contest in Laos strengthens youth ties, bilateral friendship

Vietnamese language contest in Laos strengthens youth ties, bilateral friendship

Held in response to the launch of the Vietnamese Language Day among overseas Vietnamese communities, the event aimed to enhance the quality of Vietnamese language teaching and learning in Laos while contributing to the great friendship, special solidarity, comprehensive cooperation and strategic cohesion between the two countries.

Hanoi launches 10 electric bus routes from April 1

Hanoi launches 10 electric bus routes from April 1

By the end of April, the number of buses using electricity and other green energy sources in the city is expected to reach 822, including 683 electric buses and 139 compressed natural gas (CNG) buses, representing 42.1% of the total number of vehicles.