Seoul (VNA) — The Xuan Que Huong (Homeland Spring) programme 2026 took place in Seoul on February 8, drawing leaders of Korea–Vietnam friendship groups, representatives of the Lao Embassy in the Republic of Korea (RoK) and Vietnamese associations, and more than 500 Vietnamese residents, Korean friends and businesses.
In his Lunar New Year message, Vietnamese Ambassador to the RoK Vu Ho described the event as a meaningful spiritual rendezvous for compatriots abroad, a place to reconnect with community warmth, hear the voice of the homeland and reaffirm enduring national values.
He noted that Vietnam achieved significant progress across multiple fields in 2025, raising its international profile. Against that backdrop, the Vietnam–RoK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership has grown more substantively and effectively, opening fresh cooperation prospects in science, technology, innovation and cultural industries. The Vietnamese community in the RoK has also expanded steadily, gradually building a foundation for their long-term stability.
Echoing the spirit of implementing the Resolution of the 14th National Party Congress, the ambassador expressed hope that the community will move into a new phase with greater confidence, proactiveness and responsibility, presenting the image of a united, civilised and compassionate community that remains closely connected to the homeland while integrating more deeply into the host society.
Chairman of the Association of Vietnamese Community in Korea (AVCK) Dao Tuan Hung said the population has reached about 350,000. Amid complicated global and local developments in 2025, many Vietnamese residents faced challenges related to jobs, income and social life. However, the solidarity and the support of community organisations helped them overcome difficulties, stabilise livelihoods and further integrate locally.
He emphasised that overseas Vietnamese, wherever they live and work, always turn toward the homeland and wish to contribute knowledge, experience, resources and responsibility to national development. Following the 14th National Party Congress, the community expects reform policies and strategic orientations to soon materialise, unlocking the collective strength of society to help Vietnam advance further.
Representatives of several Vietnamese associations pledged to enhance unity, maintain close homeland ties and actively engage in local social life, contributing to stronger Vietnam–RoK friendship.
On the occasion, the Vietnamese Embassy awarded certificates of merit to individuals and organisations for their positive contributions to community activities./.
