Spanish Embassy launches cultural events to keep people’s stress away amid COVID-19
The Embassy of Spain in Vietnam has launched an array of cultural events which encourage Vietnamese people to take part in while staying at home amid COVID-19 resurgence.
The Embassy of Spain in Hanoi in partnership with LaLiga and Cervantes Institute introduces the first-ever Vietnamese-Spanish bilingual glossary book on football. (Photo: Embassy of Spain in Hanoi)
Hanoi (VNA) – The Embassy of Spain in Vietnamhas launched an array of cultural events which encourage Vietnamese people to takepart in while staying at home amid COVID-19 resurgence.
The events form part of the embassy’s effort to share the burden with the Government and people of Vietnam in the COVID-19 fight.
They create platforms for promoting creativeness andkeeping people at home to prevent the spread of the virus while helping themescape from stress and boredom.
The embassy in collaboration with the Hanoi-based VietnameseWomen’s Museum is inviting entries for a drawing contest called “The WorldNeeds Superheroines,” which aims to portray, celebrate, and radiate respect forwomen in all aspects of everyday life – the people who, with their work andactions, have contributed to creating a better life.
It is open to everyone with no limit on age or artisticskills. Entries must be sent to emb.hanoi.sc@maec.es before the end of October 15, 2021.
A workshop on “How to draw a super heroine” will be heldon September 4 as an activity leading to the contest.
The embassy has also launched a literary contest to encouragereading and writing in Spanish and spark interest in Spanish culture inVietnam. It is the second of its kind, following the success of the firstedition last year.
Entries must be composed in Spanish in the form ofstories, poem, or rap song videos on different topics, such as 21st century: The century of women, music and art of living, protection of nature,solidarity and others. They should be sent to emb.hanoi.sc@maec.es before the end ofOctober 12, 2021.
In addition, the embassy in partnership with LaLiga and CervantesInstitute has introduced the first-ever Vietnamese-Spanish bilingual glossarybook on football. Vietnamese football fans will be provided with free access tothe book./.
Episode 3 of a music performance programme themed “Sing for life, Sing for love” will be broadcast on virtual platforms at 8:10 pm on August 26 with the participation of artists from northern and southern locations, to raise funds for people affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The library of the Japan Foundation Center for Cultural Exchange in Vietnam will organise an online Ehon (picture book) reading event to bring joy to children in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Goethe Institute in Vietnam will hold the virtual 2021 German Film Week from August 28 to September 18, with a desire to bring moments of relaxation and entertainment to Vietnamese audience and help them learn about German culture.
This year’s tournament has gathered over 300 coaches, athletes, and referees from 18 countries and territories, competing in 28 combat weight categories and eight performance categories. Vietnam’s team has 50 athletes, including six from Thai Nguyen province.
It is the first time that the country is to hold a G1-level tournament which is expected to lure more than 100 athletes of 15 countries and regions at Go Vap Gymnasium.
Nguyen Trong Nha Uyen has made history for Vietnam’s dancesport by clinching a bronze medal in the solo Latin category at the WDSF World Championship 2025 in Germany.
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.
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.
The Vietnamese team will gather on June 26 in Ba Ria-Vung Tau, where they will train until July 14 before departing for Indonesia for the ASEAN U23 Championship 2025, which runs from July 15 to 29. Vietnam will face Laos on July 19 and Cambodia on July 22 in the group stage.
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.
The Embassy of Spain in Hanoi in partnership with LaLiga and Cervantes Institute introduces the first-ever Vietnamese-Spanish bilingual glossary book on football. (Photo: Embassy of Spain in Hanoi)
