The forum was organized to honor the unified cultural identity in diversity of ASEAN countries as well as introduce the image, country and people of Vietnam to ASEAN and international youth, contributing to educating the tradition of patriotism, national pride, and sense of responsibility for preserving and promoting national cultural traditions of the young generation.
At the same time, the Forum is also an opportunity for young people to meet, learn and understand each other's culture, people and country. Thereby, not only honoring the cultural identity of each country, but also promoting sustainable connection and solidarity among ASEAN peoples. Through the Forum, it also contributes to promoting the image of a diverse ASEAN community, rich in identity, closely connected for the common development goal.
Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Ta Quang Dong speaks at the opening ceremony
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Ta Quang Dong said: "Young people are the bridges between the past and the future, the flames of enthusiasm, burning with the desire to preserve and spread the good cultural values of the nations. In today's era, the young generation is shouldering the noble and sacred mission of preserving the priceless heritages that previous generations have worked hard to cultivate and leave behind, while at the same time creating and renewing cultural values to suit the times. You are and will continue to be pioneers in bringing the traditional values of each country to international friends. From dances, folk songs, works of art to festivals, customs, and traditional dishes - all of those quintessence will be preserved, cherished and, most of all, shared with the world with all the pride and deep love for the homeland".
Secretary of the Youth Union of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism Le Minh Duc shared at the opening ceremony
"The meeting of young people from ASEAN countries at today's forum will not only be a place to share the cultural beauty of each nation, to explore, learn and spread the good values of the ASEAN community, but also an opportunity for us to reflect on the role of young people in preserving, promoting and popularizing good traditional cultural values in the new era, to learn about the beautiful landscapes of each country and express our enthusiasm for sports that bring many positive values. I believe that the young ASEAN youth delegates attending today's forum will be young cultural ambassadors, contributing to connecting countries in the ASEAN region to become more and more connected and developed" - Deputy Minister Ta Quang Dong emphasized.
Delegates present flowers to youth representatives of ASEAN countries.
Sharing at the opening ceremony, Secretary of the Youth Union of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism Le Minh Duc said: "We are living in a dynamic, diverse and potential ASEAN region. Youth is an abundant source of energy to promote the development and solidarity of the region. Like millions of other Vietnamese youth union members, we are very proud to be members of the Youth Union of Central Agencies and, more importantly, the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union - a pioneering organization in gathering and leading Vietnamese youth to contribute to the development of the country. With the great mission of training a generation of Vietnamese youth with enough intelligence and courage to integrate internationally in the new era, the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union has been creating positive changes in society, especially in expanding exchanges and connecting Vietnamese youth with international friends and the ASEAN region".
Performing arts
"We believe that with our youth, enthusiasm and solidarity, we are the ones who will make changes, create great values, contribute to strengthening solidarity and friendship among ASEAN countries and together build a better future for the community," said Ms. Le Minh Duc.
The representative of the Youth Union of the Lao Embassy in Hanoi shared: The cultural and artistic exchange forum "Youth with ASEAN cultural colors" has contributed to honoring Vietnam's role in bridging ASEAN countries. As a place that attracts many ASEAN youth to live and study, Vietnam is not only an attractive destination for education and economy but also an ideal space for ASEAN youth to exchange culture, creating common values for the region.
The forum will be held from October 19-21, 2024 in Hanoi and Ninh Binh province.
The forum attracted a large number of young officials representing embassies and students from ASEAN countries living and working in Hanoi.
In Hanoi, on October 19, delegates visited and learned about Uncle Ho, culture, history and revolutionary traditions of Vietnam at a number of locations such as: President Ho Chi Minh Relic Site at the Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh Museum, Vietnam Fine Arts Museum, a number of traditional art theaters under the Ministry... At the same time, there was also an art program and photo exhibition "Youth with ASEAN Cultural Colors". The exhibition will introduce 50-60 photos about the culture, country and people of ASEAN countries.
Following the program of the Forum in Ninh Binh, there will be activities: performing ASEAN cultural and artistic performances to serve the people; visiting Ninh Binh's Special National Monuments such as Trang An, Tam Coc, Bich Dong and some places promoting the image of the country and people in Ninh Binh province; participating in activities such as traditional games of ASEAN countries, sports exchanges of soccer, badminton, tug of war, etc../.
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