Prague (VNA) – The third Vietnam Day, held on August 18 in Bratislava attracted over 10,000 visitors, becoming the largest event of its kind organised by the Vietnamese Embassy and community in the host country.
The event saw the participation of Slovak government representatives, parliamentarians, diplomats, and a large number of Slovak friends and Vietnamese expatriates.
The Vietnamese Embassy showed traditional Vietnamese products, tourism, and culture, including a display of "ao dai" (Vietnamese traditional dress).
Speaking at the event, Ambassador Nguyen Tuan reaffirmed the embassy's commitment to supporting the Vietnamese community in their activities and daily lives, contributing to the growing strength of the community.
He also expressed gratitude for the community's contributions to the two countries’ relations. In 2023, Slovakia officially recognised the Vietnamese-Slovak community as the country's 14th minority group.
The event featured cultural performances by Vietnamese artists in Slovakia and across Europe, offering attendees a taste of traditional Vietnamese cuisine and an immersive cultural experience. The festival highlighted the deepening integration of the Vietnamese community into the host country's society./.
