Large crowds flock to the Sky Tower in the centre of Auckland City, New Zealand, to immerse themselves in light and music. (Photo: AP)

In Pictures: World celebrates New Year 2023

Pacific island countries such as Tonga, Samoa and Kiribati, are the first places to welcome 2023. A few hours later, the New Year arrived in New Zealand, Australia, etc. Following a 2-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the spectacular fireworks displays have returned to several major cities around the world.
Christmas atmosphere covers the world

Christmas atmosphere covers the world

Although the COVID-19 pandemic has not been repelled completely and the global economy is facing many great challenges, the festive atmosphere of Christmas and New Year 2023 is still overwhelming throughout the world , with sparkling lights, brightly decorated markets and warm gatherings.
Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Pham Binh Minh congratulates Bui Chu Diocese. (Photo: VGP)

Permanent Deputy PM congratulates Bui Chu Diocese

Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Pham Binh Minh visited and congratulated Archbishop Vu Dinh Hieu and Catholic dignitaries, priests and followers at Bui Chu Diocese in Xuan Truong district in the northern province of Nam Dinh on December 23, on the occasion of Christmas and New Year 2023.