Photo for illustration. “Ao dai” (traditional long dress) is expected to be not only an iconic cultural value of Vietnam but also a Vietnamese tourism ambassador to Thai people. (Photo: VNA)
Bangkok (VNA)🍬 – A fashion show with the theme“Vietnamese 'Ao dai' meets Thai silk” took place in Bangkok on December 7.
The show, organised by Vietnam’s Embassy to Thailand, theAssociation of Thai Silk Promotion and the Association of Thai Culture andPromotion, came within the framework of the 3rd Thai Silk International FashionWeek that runs from December 6 to 12. Vietnamese Ambassador to Thailand Phan Chi Thanh saidthat the show was expected to bring new value to the “ao dai” (traditional longdress) so that it will be not only an iconic cultural value of Vietnam but also aVietnamese tourism ambassador to Thai people. The 3rd Thai Silk International Fashion Week thisyear has a special meaning as a tribute to the 90th birthday of QueenSirikit, the Queen Mother of Thailand. The event aims at promoting Thai silk and createsopportunities to strengthen cooperation and cultural exchanges between Thailandand other countries, especially in the fields of art, fashion, and textiles.More than 100 Thai and international designers participate in designingcostumes with Thai silk. The event expects to attract designers from 60countries and about 10,000 visitors./.
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Vietnamese Ambassador to Thailand Phan Chi Thanh on December 4 worked with authorities of the province of Saraburi to discuss measures to step up cooperation between localities of the two countries in investment, trade, economy, tourism, culture and people-to-people exchanges.
More than 30,000 domestic and foreign visitors attended the Hanoi Tourism Ao Dai Festival 2022, which took place from December 2-4 in the capital city.
The ambassador noted that among the 300,000 Vietnamese residing in the RoK, around 3,000 are living in Pyeongtaek and contributing actively to the local economy. Ho expressed his hope that the local authorities will continue support the overseas Vietnamese community in the city.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Photo for illustration. “Ao dai” (traditional long dress) is expected to be not only an iconic cultural value of Vietnam but also a Vietnamese tourism ambassador to Thai people. (Photo: VNA) 
