During the period 1954 - 1975, under a democratic and open political system, South Vietnam embraced a wide range of European and American literature, as well as literature from both Western and Eastern countries, including Taiwanese literature. Based on the theory of reception aesthetics, this paper presents the various modes through which Taiwanese literature was received in South Vietnam during the period 1954 - 1975. It draws upon existing scholarly works by Nguyen Hien Le, Mai Chuong Duc, Phan Vinh Loc, Nguyen Phuong Khanh, Hoang Diem Khanh, and Dao Trương Phuc… to examine how the reception of Taiwanese literature unfolded in South Vietnam and what significance it held in the literary life of the South. A notable example is the case of Qiong Yao’s novels, which were enthusiastically embraced by the public and became best-sellers in the South Vietnamese literary market at the time.

The cultural and social transformations in Southern Vietnamese urban life during the first 25 years of the 21st century have become a source of creative material for children’s literature. Notably, urban nomadism is depicted in children’s short stories as a contemporary inspiration imbued with profound humanistic significance. Through an interdisciplinary cultural–literary approach, this study focuses on analyzing the tendencies of cultural spatial shifts described in the texts as characteristic manifestations of urban nomadic inspiration in Southern Vietnamese children’s short stories from 2000 to 2025. On this basis, the research also provides an overview assessment of the features and the potential for conveying contemporary cultural values within this body of literature.

Poetry as the aesthetics of the otherness of Do Lai Thuy is a scientific work/ project to access and research Vietnam Poetry at the overall level and department, area, and point, both poetry and poet individuals in the great calendar and co-belt. Thereby, outlining the poetry process and rule, poetry model and paradigm, general poetics and private poetics of Vietnamese modern poetry in a systematic and scientific manner to point out the otherness, such as the development and continuous creativity of poets to make the aesthetic value of poetry poetics and poetry history. The target of this article is to affirm the new scientific contribution of Do Lai Thuy about the Vietnamese modern poetry process in the spirit of Otherness through the poetry stages.

Based on the theoretical framework of existentialism, this article examines the poetry of Minh Duc Hoai Trinh published in Bach  Khoa magazine and highlights her contributions to urban literature in South Vietnam (1954–1975). In this study, a combination of biographical, systematic, and analytical–synthetic methods has been employed. The research findings indicate that the existential dimension in Minh Duc Hoai Trinh’s poetry emerges from core existential categories such as absurdity, solitude, anxiety, the Other, and commitment. Through an awareness of existential condition, her poetry guides individuals toward the affirmation of a “unique human personhood” in relation to the Other. This distinct existential stance has enriched the landscape of Southern urban poetry in general, and that of Bach Khoa magazine in particular. Accordingly, the article contributes to a systematic understanding of the thematic values in Minh Duc Hoai Trinh’s poetry and proposes directions for further related research.

Based on the analysis of the creative language of diaspora writers (including postcolonial writers) in the construction of an international writer from the perspective of diaspora theory, postcolonial theory, and world literature theory, the article examines the case of Thuan, a Vietnamese writer residing in France, as a model of an international writer. To clarify that, the article will develop three arguments: Thuan’s initiative in choosing creative language, Thuan’s initiative in choosing themes, and Thuan’s initiative in selecting forms of expression.

Responsible tourism practices of tourists contribute to the development of responsible tourism at the destination; however, there is a lack of research conducted to test this relationship. To narrow that gap, this study was conducted in Kien Giang province during the period before July 2025. This is a quantitative study, so a questionnaire was used to collect data with a sample size of 400, and the structural equation modeling (SEM) method was used to test the hypotheses. The research results show that the responsible tourism practices of tourists are made up of economic responsibility practices, socio-cultural responsibility practices, and environmental responsibility practices. All three types of practices have a significant and positive impact on responsible tourism development, with decreasing levels of socio-cultural responsibility, economic responsibility, and environmental responsibility.

The article analyzes the current use of QR codes in payment transactions in Cai Rang District, Can Tho City before July 2025, aiming to propose suitable solutions. A survey of 170 residents conducted in September 2023 was processed using SPSS with descriptive statistics, T-test, and ANOVA methods. The results indicate that age and occupation significantly affect access levels and usage demand. Younger groups, particularly students, show a higher usage rate, while individuals over 50 years old face more limitations. However, once users adopt QR payment, the frequency of use does not differ significantly by gender or occupation. Most users express a positive attitude, showing willingness to continue using and recommending it to others. Based on these findings, the study suggests focusing on enhancing security and safety, expanding QR acceptance points, improving connection infrastructure, simplifying procedures for older users, and strengthening communication to promote cashless payments.

This quantitative study investigates the role of women’s empowerment in fostering community connectedness and enhancing life satisfaction in the context of ecotourism. Drawing on the S–O–R framework, data were collected from 367 local women, and hypotheses were tested using AMOS V.23. The findings reveal that four dimensions of empowerment (i.e., psychological, social, political, and economic) positively influence community connectedness, which serves as a key mediator in the relationship between empowerment and life satisfaction. Notably, social and economic empowerment also have direct effects on life satisfaction. The study offers both theoretical and practical contributions by highlighting the pivotal role of women’s empowerment in promoting sustainable ecotourism.

This study aims to clarify how ritual language reflects matriarchal conceptualizations in the worship of Ba Chua Xu in Southern Vietnam. Drawing on Cultural Schema Theory (Sharifian, 2011), the paper analyzes vernacular prayer texts to identify three core schemas: role (Mother–Child relationship), spatial (Ba Chua Xu Shrine and Sam Mountain), and interactional (supplication and offering). The findings indicate that ritual language not only expresses religious devotion but also encodes collective knowledge, in which the female deity is conceptualized as both nurturing and sovereign. This study contributes to illuminating the role of language in sustaining matriarchal values and vernacular religious worldviews.

In the context of robust globalization and modernization, sustainable development has become an urgent goal not only in economic and social spheres but also in cultural and artistic thought. In Southeast Asia, rapid urbanization is profoundly transforming living spaces. Literature, as a mirror reflecting reality, plays a significant role in identifying and critiquing these challenges. This study examines the issues of urban crisis and sustainable development in contemporary Lao short stories by highlighting the urban landscape transformation, the disruption of community culture and identity crisis, the existential tragedy of human destiny, and critical discourse. Consequently, the study aims to elucidate the role of literature in raising community awareness and guiding actions toward sustainable development.

Can Tho is the central urban area of the Mekong Delta, where diverse cultural heritage values converge in the process of riverside urban development, and heritage education activities play an important role in improving the effectiveness of conservation and promotion of historical and cultural relics of the local community. In this article, the theory of cultural relativity is used to assert that the heritage education program in Can Tho should be designed and implemented in a localized manner, appropriately to local characteristics, to the interactive relationship among the community, the natural environment and the current urbanization context. Accordingly, the article proposes three groups of solutions to develop heritage education programs that contribute to improving the effectiveness of conservation and promotion of relic values in Can Tho in the context of sustainable development and international integration.

The period from 1975 to 1985 witnessed a strong turnaround of modern Vietnamese literature, typically expressed in the short story genre. The prominent appearance of female writers changed the artistic tone of contemporary literature, especially in social issues and post-war personal psychology. On that basis, the paper conducts research on three main tones of female short stories in the period from 1975 to 1985, namely: dialogic debate, philosophical reasoning, and sorrowful sympathy. Through the flexible combination of narrative tones, female writers have shaped a distinct artistic style of short stories, contributing to the authentic portrayal of the historical context and the soul of the Vietnamese people in this period.

The Study examines the traditional festivals of the Khmer people in Southern Vietnam as a resource for developing cultural tourism. Using both qualitative and quantitative methods, the study reveals that these festivals embody profound spiritual and religious values while also offering strong appeal in terms of art, cuisine, and community life; yet, they are facing various challenges. From the perspective of sustainable tourism, the article proposes directions for festival exploitation that respect cultural identity, emphasize community participation, and link with livelihood development, thereby affirming the potential to form distinctive and sustainable cultural tourism products for the Khmer community in Southern Vietnam.

Ethnic minority cultural tourism has emerged as a significant area of scholarly inquiry, addressing themes such as minority culture, authenticity, and cultural preservation in the context of tourism development among minority groups. While this topic has garnered increasing international attention, the volume of research remains limited due to constraints related to the scope of study, research methodologies, and thematic focus. To contribute to this underexplored field, the present study undertakes a bibliometric survey and content analysis of articles published in reputable academic journals, generating statistical evidence and synthesizing key issues that characterize research on ethnic minority cultural tourism worldwide.

Child abuse in the family is a serious social issue, particularly in migrant families who face various pressures related to economic hardship, cultural differences, and living conditions. This study surveyed 151 migrant parents in Thu Dau Mot Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, to assess their attitudes toward child abuse and to propose non-violent parenting solutions. The findings show that most parents have a correct understanding of child abuse; however, some misconceptions persist. Certain behaviors, such as yelling at children, controlling their finances, or isolating them, are not always recognized as abusive by some parents. Based on these results, the study recommends raising parents’ awareness through community communication programs, providing psychological support for parents, and promoting behavioral change to reduce the risk of child abuse within families.

This study investigates the current state and proposes solutions to enhance the production and the quality management of Khmer-language performing arts programs on VTV5 Southwest – a specialized television genre that plays a vital role in preserving ethnic cultural identity. Employing an interdisciplinary approach that integrates sociological surveys, in-depth interviews, field observations, and content analysis, the research examines the organization of production, approval mechanisms, and audience expectations. Findings reveal significant challenges in human resources, production equipment, professional standards, and community engagement. Based on these insights, the paper recommends four strategic directions: developing a successor workforce, investing in localized media technologies, strengthening community participation, and refining specialized quality management systems. The study affirms the essential role of ethnic minority media in the era of digital transformation and multiplatform communication.

This study evaluates Moodle's effectiveness at the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Can Tho University, from students' perspectives. A mixed-method survey was conducted with 354 students, including 265 with LMS experience. Findings reveal Moodle is primarily used for downloading materials and assignment submissions, while interactive features remain underutilized. Students faced challenges including system errors, unstable connectivity, and a complex interface. Regression analysis identified learning material quality and instructor interaction as key factors influencing usage effectiveness. The research proposes interface optimization, offline access development, and enhanced LMS training. Results provide empirical foundations for improving Moodle effectiveness and digital education quality.

Nghiên cứu này được thực hiện nhằm tìm ra các giải pháp nâng cao vai trò của phụ nữ trong sản xuất nông nghiệp thích ứng với biến đổi khí hậu, thông qua trường hợp điển hình tại Hợp tác xã Nông ngư Hoà Đê. Dữ liệu được thu thập bằng phương pháp đánh giá nông thôn có sự tham gia (PRA) của21 thành viên hợp tác xã, đồng thời lồng ghép khung GEDSI trong quá trình thu thập và phân tích dữ liệu. Kết quả cho thấy phụ nữ đóng vai trò then chốt trong hoạt động sản xuất nông nghiệp và phi nông nghiệp, đặc biệt là các hoạt động có giá trị gia tăng. Tuy nhiên, họ vẫn gặp nhiều rào cản trong việc tiếp cận nguồn lực, thông tin, kỹ thuật và vị trí lãnh đạo. Các rào cản đến từ cả yếu tố xã hội, giới tính, thể chế, chính sách và tác động của biến đổi khí hậu. Trên cơ sở đó, một số hàm ý chính sách được gợi mở nhằm tăng cường quyền và vị thế của phụ nữ, bao gồm tăng cường tiếp cận vốn, đào tạo kỹ thuật, hỗ trợ tiếp cận thị trường và khuyến khích tham gia lãnh đạo. Khung GEDSI được vận dụng thành công nhằm phân tích vai trò của phụ nữ trong mô hình canh tác tôm - lúa, từ đó cung cấp bằng chứng thực nghiệm mới trong bối cảnh hợp tác xã.

In the digital era, mass media play a vital role in social life, particularly in the dissemination and preservation of traditional family cultural values in Vietnam. Through the use of multimedia communication technologies, the media has generated significant social effects—spreading, orienting, and shaping public opinion—while influencing the perceptions, attitudes, and behaviors of the broader community. It also expands individuals' freedom to search for, receive, and reflect upon information. At present, preserving the beauty of the Vietnamese family value system is considered one of the foremost goals in the process of building socialism in the country. To convey and promote these values, the role of multimedia communication is consistently emphasized and highly regarded. Within the scope of this paper, the authors analyze the importance of multimedia communication in promoting Vietnamese family values in the Mekong Delta and propose several potential solutions.