Mr. Hoang Huu Anh - Deputy Director of the Department of Cultural Diplomacy and UNESCO: This year's "Vietnam Day Abroad" has adjusted the program to suit each locality. Photo: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam.
In the program in Paris, many contents were selected to highlight the cultural ties between Vietnam and France over the past half century. Painter Luong Minh Hoa brought a collection of engraved lacquerware with the theme "French architectural works in Vietnam", which received the attention of many attendees. The photo collection "Vietnam I Love" by Ms. Armelle DG - Wife of the Former French Ambassador to Vietnam is also a vivid testament to the attachment of a French person to Vietnam. The highlight of "Vietnam Day in France 2023" is also the area introducing Vietnamese cuisine, where attendees were warmed when enjoying more than 500 bowls of Pho Thin (Hanoi). With “Vietnam Day in Japan 2023”, the Organizing Committee has cleverly integrated into the art program famous historical stories such as the love story of Princess Ngoc Hoa and merchant Araki Sorato or the beautiful friendship between patriotic scholar Phan Boi Chau and doctor Asaba Sakitaro to honor the two long-standing cultures and the strong spirit of friendship between the two countries. “Origin, Vitality and Continuity”: Respecting history, looking towards the future The series of events “Vietnam Day Abroad 2023” has chosen “Origin, Vitality and Continuity” as the main theme, conveyed throughout the activities of the Vietnamese Cultural Space and art performances in South Africa, France and Japan. This is an opportunity for international friends to learn about the "Origin" of the Vietnamese people through the Exhibition of World Heritage Sites recognized by UNESCO in Vietnam, through the "Golden Journey" - where exquisite hand-embroidered costumes recreating the costumes of kings and mandarins of the Nguyen Dynasty are displayed, or through traditional cultural beauties such as Dong Ho folk paintings, To he molding, etc. The performances also introduce many "colors" of traditional Vietnamese art, including many types that have been recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity such as Vi Giam folk songs, Hat Van - Hau Dong Gia, etc.
“Vietnam Day Abroad 2023” has received attention and support from international agencies, organizations, friends and the overseas Vietnamese community. Photo: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam.
Dong Ho folk painting artist Nguyen Dang Tam shared his efforts to promote Vietnamese culture abroad: “Through paintings made from natural materials such as red pebbles, indigo leaves, sophora flowers, bamboo leaves, scallops, etc., I hope international friends can understand the daily life of people in the Northern Delta in Vietnam in the past.”
Cultural space imbued with Vietnamese identity with unique experiential activities. Photo: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam.
The next keyword in the main theme of the Program was used as the name for the promotional photo series "Vietnam's Vitality". The photos seem very ordinary and simple, but they clearly depict a friendly, hospitable, beautiful and dynamic Vietnam, ready to welcome international friends. The "continuity" and development of Vietnamese culture is clearly shown through the story of Pho Thin Bo Ho - a famous dish from the capital Hanoi and the art of lacquer carving. Nearly 70 years have passed, Pho Thin still retains its ancient flavor and is ready to reach international standards. Lacquer art has combined traditional beauty with contemporary breath to bring folk works to a new level. The series of events "Vietnam Day Abroad 2023" has ended and was a great success, leaving a deep impression in the hearts of the local public and the Vietnamese community abroad. This is the result of the tireless efforts of the organizer (Vietnam Ministry of Foreign Affairs), localities, businesses, and cultural practitioners who have joined the program because they share the desire to promote culture and enhance the country's image everywhere. "Cultural diplomacy always brings special emotions, helping people of different countries understand and love each other more, while at the same time arousing the spirit of national pride of the Vietnamese people. The program "Vietnam Day Abroad 2023" is a gift for the Vietnamese community far from home" - Mr. Hoang Huu Anh - Deputy Director of the Department of Cultural Diplomacy and UNESCO, Head of the Organizing Committee of "Vietnam Day Abroad 2023" shared.PV
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