Budapest (VNA) – More than 300 delegates from Vietnamese women’s associations across 18 European countries convened in Budapest on June 15 to discuss measures for promoting the Vietnamese identity abroad in the digital and artificial intelligence (AI) era.

Organised by the Vietnamese Women’s Forum in Europe in collaboration with the Vietnamese Embassy in Hungary, the event coincided with the 75th anniversary of Vietnam – Hungary diplomatic relations and 35 years of Vietnam – EU ties.

Against the backdrop of a global digital revolution and Vietnam’s rapid technological advancements, the forum underscored the critical role of the overseas Vietnamese (OV) community, particularly women, as custodians of the cultural identity and agents of integration. Adapting to technological changes is now essential for preserving and promoting the Vietnamese identity worldwide, participants held.

This year’s event also included men, business leaders, and intellectuals, helping foster dialogue, networking, and empowerment on the path to position the Vietnamese value in the world.

In her opening remarks, Marta Matrai, First Deputy Speaker of the Hungarian National Assembly, emphasised women’s dual role in nurturing families and driving societal progress. She highlighted the importance of women’s active participation in shaping AI, which will influence knowledge, justice, and social development.

Dr Phan Thi Bich Thien, President of the forum and head of the organising committee, stressed the importance of uniting the six million OVs to leverage their collective human capital and harness modern technologies to define and promote a distinct Vietnamese value across different fields on the world stage.

Vietnamese Ambassador to Hungary Bui Le Thai reaffirmed the urgency of preserving the Vietnamese identity, from language to culture, amid a world of AI-driven changes. He underscored the pivotal role of OV women as pioneers in this process.

This marked the second forum hosted by the Vietnamese Women’s Forum in Europe at the headquarters of Hungary’s legislative body. Alongside keynote speeches, contributions from women’s groups, business leaders, and educators focused on women’s evolving roles in the digital age.

Established fo♈llowing the inaugural forum in 2023, 🤪the Vietnamese Women’s Forum in Europe is a legally registered organisation headquartered in Hungary, gathering members from 18 European countries. Led by Dr Phan Bich Thien and a 62-member executive committee, the forum has actively promoted solidarity among Vietnamese women, strengthened ties with organisations in the homeland, and supported international integration over the past two years./.