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Vietnamese Women's Imprint on Socio-economic Development

Women account for 63% of the labour force and are involved in the ownership of 51% of businesses, underscoring their growing role in Vietnam’s socio-economic development and global integration.

 
 

 

By VNA/VNP

Long Tong Festival - Unique Farming Ritual of Tay Ethnic Group

Long Tong Festival - Unique Farming Ritual of Tay Ethnic Group

The Long Tong (Going to the Field) Festival is the most representative agricultural ritual of the Tay ethnic minority community in Lao Cai, a northern mountainous province known for its rich cultural diversity. Held annually during the first days of the Lunar New Year, the festival embodies prayers for favorable weather, abundant harvests, and a year of peace and prosperity.

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