Vietnamese culture week opens in Laos

The 2024 Vietnamese culture week opened in Vientiane, Laos, on December 10, featuring the longstanding friendship between the two countries.

Addressing the opening ceremony, Vietnam’s Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Hoang Dao Cuong emphasised that the Vietnamese culture week in Laos is not only a symbolic annual event, but also shows Vietnam’s strong commitment to deepening the special friendship between the two nations.

During the event, the Vietnamese art troupe, along with students from the Nguyen Du bilingual school in Vientiane, delivered outstanding performances showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Vietnam.

The performances extolled President Ho Chi Minh and the enduring friendship between the two countries, while also expressing love for the Vietnamese homeland and its people.

Traditional Vietnamese instruments were used to bring a range of emotions to the audience, taking them on a musical journey through Vietnam's diverse landscapes and natural beauty./.