Event in Denmark introduces Vietnam, bilateral relations
The Vietnamese Embassy in Denmark coordinated with the Denmark-Vietnam Friendship Organisation (DAVIFO) to hold an event on March 20 to introduce the Southeast Asian country and Vietnam-Denmark relations to teachers and students of Slotshaven High School in Holbaek.
Hanoi (VNA)ဣ – The Vietnamese Embassy in Denmark coordinatedwith the Denmark-Vietnam Friendship Organisation (DAVIFO) to hold an event on March20 to introduce the Southeast Asian country and Vietnam-Denmark relations toteachers and students of Slotshaven High School in Holbaek.
The event was organised ahead a school delegation's fact-finding trip to Vietnam next month.
༒ Vietnamese Ambassador to Denmark Luong Thanh Nghi said this was an extremely meaningful activity which helped promote mutual understandingand attachment between the people of the two countries, especially youngergenerations.
He briefed participants on Vietnam’s socio-economicdevelopment, achievements in relations between the two countries after morethan 50 years of establishing diplomatic ties as well as the functions andtasks of the Vietnam Embassy in Denmark in deepening and promoting the bilateral ties.
🐼 According to the diplomat, young Danish people should takeadvantage of the strengths of the youth to explore about Vietnam because eachregion of the country has its own beauty and leaves deep impressions on visitors.
Meanwhile, DAVIFO President Trine Glue Doan talkedabout the association’s activities to enhance exchanges and mutual understandingbetween the people and young generations of the two countries, and shared her personal experiences and love for Vietnam and its people.
Vietnam is a favourite destination forinternational businesses and tourists due to the hospitality and friendlinessof the Vietnamese people and a diverse culture, she noted.
🍸 Visitors to the event had the opportunity to get an insightinto the culture of Vietnam through a photo exhibition and short films that depictthe country and enjoy its traditional dishes./.
Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan’s official visits to Denmark and Norway from November 20-25 was an opportunity for Vietnam to consolidate the friendship with its traditional partners, while bolstering cooperation amidst rapid changes in the world and development in each country, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang has said.
During an interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency on the occasion of New Year 2024, Danish Ambassador to Vietnam Nicolai Prytz stressed Denmark is ready to support Vietnam in green transition.
The Association of Vietnamese Experts and Intellectuals in Denmark (AVIED) convened a meeting on March 9 to review its first year of operation and plan 2024 activities.
This is the first time since the adoption of the Convention that a country has served two consecutive terms on the Committee. The outcome shows the trust and recognition that member states have given Vietnam for its efforts and achievements in carrying out and promoting the Convention, as well as for its active role, strong standing, and growing credibility at UNESCO.
Quang Duc pottery is known for its wide range of forms, including wine bottles, jars, lime pots, vases, plant pots, incense burners and candle stands. Decorative motifs are equally rich, featuring mythical creatures, pastoral scenes, floral patterns, deer, peacocks, bats and more.
Vietnam’s cinematic appeal lies in its diverse settings, from terraced mountains and limestone karsts to bustling markets and ancient towns. Its mix of ethnic vibes, buzzing street life, and old traditions gives directors a goldmine for storytelling.
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The exhibition showcases more than 100 valuable documents and artifacts, divided into two main parts: “Journalist Nguyen Ai Quoc – Ho Chi Minh” and “President Ho Chi Minh – Founder and Mentor of Vietnamese Revolutionary Press.” This is an opportunity to recall the late leader’s journalism journey and affirm his exceptional role in founding and guiding the revolutionary press in Vietnam.
For the first time, the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) has granted Vietnam hosting rights for the two championships, including the Asian women’s solo category, which debuts this year as an officially recognised event.
Eight teams will join the tournament, divided into two groups. Group A features Vietnam, the Philippines, Sichuan Club (China), and Australia, while Group B consists of Vietnam U21, Korabelka Club (Russia), Taiwan (China), and U21 Thailand.
Despite strong home support and high expectations, Vietnam were unable to overcome the defending champions, who secured their third consecutive win over Vietnam in a regional final, following previous victories in 2014 and 2023.
The event, part of Vietnam’s cultural diplomacy strategy through 2030, was jointly organised by the Vietnamese Embassy in Venezuela and USM’s Faculty of International Relations. It attracted thousands of students from universities across Venezuela.
For the first time, Vietnamese audiences will have the opportunity to experience the ballet masterpiece "Don Quixote" in its original version by renowned choreographer Marius Petipa.
The contest carried deep meaning as it was the first time the life of Vietnamese women abroad had been highlighted as the central theme, said poet and writer Nguyen Quang Thieu, Chairman of the Vietnam Writers’ Association.
The event formed part of Vietnam’s ongoing campaign to seek UNESCO World Heritage status for the complex at the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, scheduled to take place in Paris in July.
Creative cultural festivals are fast emerging as a new catalyst for tourism development in Vietnam, as localities increasingly invest in these vibrant events on a more systematic and larger scale.
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Coming to the Vietnamese booth, visitors had the chance to take part in a bamboo dance, a workshop on painting woven bamboo or rattan, or quizzes about Vietnam.
These are impressive achievements, not only showing the efforts and prowess of Vietnamese paddlers but also serving as proof of the sports sector’s strategic and systematic investment.
The cultural event in Canberra not only fostered cultural exchanges between Vietnam and Australia but also contributed to promoting Vietnam’s image internationally
Illustrative image (Photo: VNA) 
