Vietnamese Tet celebrated in Algeria

The Vietnamese Embassy in Algeria hosted the “Homeland Spring 2025” programme in Algiers on January 20, bringing the vibrant atmosphere of traditional Tet to the Vietnamese community in the country.

Ambassador Tran Quoc Khanh at the celebration (Photo: VNA)
Ambassador Tran Quoc Khanh at the celebration (Photo: VNA)

Algiers (VNA) – The Vietnamese Embassy in Algeria hosted the “Homeland Spring 2025” programme in Algiers on January 20, bringing the vibrant atmosphere of traditional Tet to the Vietnamese community in the country.

The event welcomed nearly 300 participants, including Vietnamese families, representatives from organisations, Vietnamese traditional martial arts associations, local press, and Algerian friends.

In his address, Ambassador Tran Quoc Khanh highlighted Vietnam’s achievements in 2024 across sectors such as the economy, tourism, investment, and social welfare. He acknowledged the significant contributions of overseas Vietnamese, including those in Algeria, to these successes.

Khanh also expressed gratitude for the community’s support for disaster relief efforts in the homeland, their commitment to preserving the Vietnamese language, and the active role of younger generations in promoting the Vietnamese cuisine and culture abroad.

Pham Do Nhat Quang, who has lived in Algeria for 38 years and traveled over 600 km to join the programme, shared his pride in witnessing Vietnam’s rapid development and his joy in reconnecting with fellow expatriates through such meaningful events.

The annual celebration offers a unique opportunity for Vietnamese in Algeria to immerse themselves in the flavours and customs of Tet.

Traditional dishes like banh chung (square glutinous rice cake), pho, fried spring rolls, and beef stew were a highlight of the event.

Earlier, on January 17, the embassy held a banh chung wrapping activity using ingredients sent from Vietnam. This initiative aimed to preserve the beauty of Vietnamese traditions, pass down cultural values to younger generations, and foster a festive Tet atmosphere for the entire community./.

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