Abstract: This article analyzes the need for innovation in the approach to ethnic policy in Vietnam during the period of 2026-2030, based on a synthesis and comparison of Party documents, State laws, and publicly available information on the results of implementing the National Target Program for socio-economic development in ethnic minority and mountainous areas during the period of 2021-2025. In the context of the National Assembly's approval of the Integrated National Target Program for the period of 2026-2035, the article argues that the focus of reform should not only be on increasing resources but should shift from the logic of “compensating for deficiencies” to the logic of “creating development capacity”, with people at the center, endogenous capacity as the foundation and development results as the standard for evaluation. This article identifies the anticipated challenges of integrating three national target programs into one. Based on this, it proposes innovative directions to improve the effectiveness of ethnic policies, narrow development gaps, and consolidate sustainable development in ethnic minority and mountainous areas.
(DTTG) - At the beginning of the new year, treat yourself to a spring trip to the mountaintop of Pu Nha Thau in Huu Kiem commune, Nghe An province. This place is blessed with lush green mountains and clear blue waters, home to the Pu Nha Thau temple, a sacred site where the people of western Nghe An province entrust their faith, beliefs and the principle of remembering their roots.
Abstract: This article analyzes the mobilization of ethnic cultural values as economic resources in Vietnam’s land border regions through a comparative study of two cases: the Hmong people in Then Pa village and the black Lo Lo people in Lo Lo Chai village, Lung Cu commune, Tuyen Quang province. Based on the theoretical framework of cultural capital and ethnographic methods, the study examines the various mechanisms by which cultural practices, knowledge, architecture, cuisine and social institutions are transformed into livelihood strategies. The research findings reveal diversity in the pathways of cultural capital transformation, while also highlighting the role of community organizations and community control in shaping sustainable economic development models.
(DTTG) - Brewed from rice and forest root yeast, crafted by the skillful hands of women, each jar of rice wine is like a slice of culture, reflecting how the Gia-rai people preserve and pass on their values through generations.
Abstract: This article presents the results of a study on the ritual practices of the red Dao and Long-robed Dao communities in Tuyen Quang province in a contemporary context, from the perspective of the cultural subjects themselves. Based on ethnographic fieldwork methods (participatory observation and in-depth interviews), the research shows that rituals are still regularly maintained in daily life as well as on important community occasions and throughout the human life cycle. In the current context, communities tend to become more aware of preserving and practicing rituals, at the same time proactively adjusting the form and scale of their organization. Through the voices of those directly involved, the article clarifies how the Dao community perceives, interprets and reshapes ritual practices, thereby highlighting the role of community institutions in regulating and maintaining traditional cultural values.
(DTTG) - The Nung people make up nearly 43% of the population, making them the ethnic group with the highest proportion in Lang Son province. Currently, there are three Nung ethnic groups in Lang Son province: Nung Chao, Nung Inh, Nung Phan Slinh. The Nung Phan Slinh ethnic group includes Nung Phan Slinh Cum Cot, Nung Phan Slinh Hua Lai and Nung Phan Slinh in a long dress. Each Nung ethnic group has its own distinctive clothing style.
Abstract: This article focuses on clarifying some outstanding achievements after 5 years of implementing the Resolution of the 13th National Congress of the Party, specifically the section on ethnic policies; This study delves into the fundamental changes in thinking, methods, and development models for ethnic minority and mountainous regions, as demonstrated by the concrete results of implementing the National Target Program for socio-economic development of ethnic minority and mountainous regions, Phase I, from 2021-2025.
(DTTG) - From clean, paved roads and brightly lit villages to classrooms filled with the sounds of children, the ethnic minority areas of An Giang province have been transformed thanks to funding from Program 1719.
(DTTG) - As golden sunlight spreads across the landscape, the canals and market wharves of the “Far West” of Chau Doc (An Giang Province) seem to spring to life. Hundreds of vessels… from traditional boats and motorboats to long-tail skiffs pour out from every direction, bustling across the surface of the river. Visitors can leisurely cruise along the waterways to admire the scenery, then seamlessly join the throngs of festival-goers to offer incense and pray for peace at the start of the year. Indeed, Chau Doc stands as a place where the distinctive cultural and spiritual hues of the Southwestern region converge.
Abstract: This article analyzes the role of Buddhism in social development in Gia Lai province - a unique area of the Central Highlands region, based on the Summary Report on Buddhist Activities for the 2022-2026 term of the Executive Board of the Vietnam Buddhist Association of Gia Lai province. This article clarifies the contributions of Buddhism in various aspects: social welfare, moral education, community cultural development and participation in social governance. The research results show that Buddhism is not only a religious institution but also an important social agent, contributing positively to sustainable development at the local level.
Abstract: The 4th industrial revolution, also known as the 4.0 industrial revolution, brings sudden changes in many aspects of social life. Automation, the internet of things and cloud computing are what the 4th Industrial Revolution brings. The digital transformation has rendered many basic aspects of the old way of life obsolete. Religion in Vietnam, as a social institution, is directly impacted by the Fourth Industrial Revolution. In Vietnam, religious practices are no longer confined to traditional spaces but are shifting strongly into the digital realm. This article provides an in-depth analysis of how religious practices in Vietnam are adjusting and adapting within this digital flow.
Abstract: Religious unity is an important part of Vietnam’s national unity in the context of reform and international integration. Cao Daiism - an indigenous Vietnamese religion, with its harmonious doctrines, patriotic spirit, and religious practices closely linked to the nation has made positive contributions to strengthening religious unity, social stability and national development.
(DTTG) - Every year on the second day of the second lunar month, the atmosphere in Duong Yen Village (Thu Lam Commune, Hanoi capital) becomes more vibrant than usual. Locals and visitors from far and wide eagerly participate in the groom-selecting festival - a unique folk festival deeply imbued with tradition. Over the centuries, the festival has been more than just a cultural activity; it embodies the community’s collective memory, where the people’s moral values, spirit of solidarity and aspirations for happiness are expressed through every ritual.
(DTTG) - Amidst the rapidly transforming Central Highlands, the Yang Tao pottery village (Lien Son Lak Commune, Dak Lak Province) quietly preserves its virtually unchanged, traditional crafting methods. No potter’s wheel, no molds, no glaze, only clay, fire and the hands of Mnong women shaping the pottery. Yet, it is precisely this “primitive” nature that creates its unique value, transforming Yang Tao black pottery into a precious heritage.
(DTTG) - Between september and early october alone, Vietnam was struck by five consecutive storms; notably, Storm No. 9 (Ragasa), No. 10 (Bualoi), and No. 11 (Matmo) caused severe damage across the northern and central provinces.
(DTTG) - Every year, during the Mid-Autumn Festival which falls on the full moon of the eighth lunar month, hundreds of thousands of Cao Dai followers, visitors from near and far and a vast number of people from various provinces and cities flock to the grounds of the Tay Ninh Holy See. Everyone immersed themselves in the vibrant atmosphere of the Grand Ceremony of the Yaochi Palace Feast, praying for favorable weather and national peace and prosperity, while affirming their faith that the Holy Mother and the Nine-Story Tower would descend to bring peace and harmony to the world and to their own lives.
(DTTG) - From a coconut tree quietly planted on the grounds of a Khmer pagoda over a century ago, the wax coconut of Tra Vinh province old (now part of Vinh Long Province) has traversed a hundred-year journey to become the renowned “white gold” of the Southwestern region. That journey began with the virtuous deeds and spirit of community service of the late Most Venerable Thach So - a man who sowed the seeds of blessings for the local ethnic communities.
(DTTG) - Ninh Binh province is a region renowned not only for its magnificent natural landscapes but also as a place that preserves rich traditional cultural values; among these, the art of cultivating ornamental plants, particularly bonsai has become an integral part of the local people’s lives. Prominent among the families engaged in this craft is the Bùi clan, distinguished by its long-standing tradition and artistic ornamental creations that both preserve local cultural identity and generate new value. Ornamental plant artisans from the Bui clan not only create exquisite bonsai masterpieces but also serve as artists who inspire creativity throughout the community.
(DTTG) - The act of bowing (lay), also known as ritual prostration or obeisance is a widespread traditional practice. It serves to express gratitude and reverence toward deities, the sages and pioneers who pioneered the land and defended the nation, and the ancestors who have sustained the family lineage.
(DTTG) - During each major gathering, the Lady of La Vang Pilgrimage Center (in Hai Lang commune, Quang Tri province) welcomes hundreds of thousands of the faithful and visitors from far and wide. More than just a recurring religious observance, the La Vang Pilgrimage has long evolved into a cultural and spiritual phenomenon with profound influence reflecting a unique process of cultural integration and a spirit of community cohesion within the Vietnamese Catholic population.
