India- Soc Trang cultural exchange night wows spectators
The India-Soc Trang Cultural Exchange Night opened in the Mekong Delta province of Soc Trang on April 14, as part of the ongoing Namaste Vietnam Festival held by the Consulate General of India in Ho Chi Minh City.
India- Soc Trang cultural exchange night opens in Soc Trang province on August 14 (Photo: VNA)
Soc Trang (VNA) – The India-Soc TrangCultural Exchange Night opened in the Mekong Delta province of Soc Trang onApril 14, as part of the ongoing Namaste Vietnam Festival held by the ConsulateGeneral of India in Ho Ch🍰i Minh City.
Huynh Thi Diem Ngoc, Deputy Chairwoman of the provincial People’s Committee, said Soc Trang and India have a strongcooperative relation in several areas, particularly cultural exchanges withmany annual events have been held in the province such as the “YogaInternational Day” and “Indian film week”, helping popularise Indianculture to the locals. Participants had a chance to enjoy Qawwali,a genre of music that is unique and popular in India. Besides, “Don ca tai tu”, an intangible culturalheritage of human recognised by USNESCO, and Rro Bam dance – a nationalintangible cultural heritage - performances were also staged at the night. The Namaste Vietnam Festival 2023 takes place from12th – 20th August in Ho Chi Minh City and some cities of Vietnam with manyspecial cultural exchange activities. Themed "People unite,warm friendship", the festival aims to enhance cultural understanding,people-to-people exchanges, thereby enhancing solidarity and friendship betweenIndia and Vietnamese people./.
A ceremony was held by the Ho Chi Minh City Union of Friendship Organisations (HUFO) on August 9 to celebrate the 77th anniversary of the Independence Day of India (August 15, 1947 - 2023).
The Deaprtment of Culture and Sports of the northern moutainous province of Lao Cai, and the Swami Vivekananda culture centre at the Indian Embassy in Vietnam co-organised a Vietnam - India art exchange programme in Lao Cai city on August 12.
This is the first time since the adoption of the Convention that a country has served two consecutive terms on the Committee. The outcome shows the trust and recognition that member states have given Vietnam for its efforts and achievements in carrying out and promoting the Convention, as well as for its active role, strong standing, and growing credibility at UNESCO.
Quang Duc pottery is known for its wide range of forms, including wine bottles, jars, lime pots, vases, plant pots, incense burners and candle stands. Decorative motifs are equally rich, featuring mythical creatures, pastoral scenes, floral patterns, deer, peacocks, bats and more.
Vietnam’s cinematic appeal lies in its diverse settings, from terraced mountains and limestone karsts to bustling markets and ancient towns. Its mix of ethnic vibes, buzzing street life, and old traditions gives directors a goldmine for storytelling.
The Vietnamese team will gather on June 26 in Ba Ria-Vung Tau, where they will train until July 14 before departing for Indonesia for the ASEAN U23 Championship 2025, which runs from July 15 to 29. Vietnam will face Laos on July 19 and Cambodia on July 22 in the group stage.
The exhibition showcases more than 100 valuable documents and artifacts, divided into two main parts: “Journalist Nguyen Ai Quoc – Ho Chi Minh” and “President Ho Chi Minh – Founder and Mentor of Vietnamese Revolutionary Press.” This is an opportunity to recall the late leader’s journalism journey and affirm his exceptional role in founding and guiding the revolutionary press in Vietnam.
For the first time, the World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) has granted Vietnam hosting rights for the two championships, including the Asian women’s solo category, which debuts this year as an officially recognised event.
Eight teams will join the tournament, divided into two groups. Group A features Vietnam, the Philippines, Sichuan Club (China), and Australia, while Group B consists of Vietnam U21, Korabelka Club (Russia), Taiwan (China), and U21 Thailand.
Despite strong home support and high expectations, Vietnam were unable to overcome the defending champions, who secured their third consecutive win over Vietnam in a regional final, following previous victories in 2014 and 2023.
The event, part of Vietnam’s cultural diplomacy strategy through 2030, was jointly organised by the Vietnamese Embassy in Venezuela and USM’s Faculty of International Relations. It attracted thousands of students from universities across Venezuela.
For the first time, Vietnamese audiences will have the opportunity to experience the ballet masterpiece "Don Quixote" in its original version by renowned choreographer Marius Petipa.
The contest carried deep meaning as it was the first time the life of Vietnamese women abroad had been highlighted as the central theme, said poet and writer Nguyen Quang Thieu, Chairman of the Vietnam Writers’ Association.
The event formed part of Vietnam’s ongoing campaign to seek UNESCO World Heritage status for the complex at the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, scheduled to take place in Paris in July.
Creative cultural festivals are fast emerging as a new catalyst for tourism development in Vietnam, as localities increasingly invest in these vibrant events on a more systematic and larger scale.
This marks the first time Vietnam has hosted a continental-level Muay event which will feature competitions across 28 weight categories in combat and eight performance categories.
Coming to the Vietnamese booth, visitors had the chance to take part in a bamboo dance, a workshop on painting woven bamboo or rattan, or quizzes about Vietnam.
These are impressive achievements, not only showing the efforts and prowess of Vietnamese paddlers but also serving as proof of the sports sector’s strategic and systematic investment.
The cultural event in Canberra not only fostered cultural exchanges between Vietnam and Australia but also contributed to promoting Vietnam’s image internationally
India- Soc Trang cultural exchange night opens in Soc Trang province on August 14 (Photo: VNA) 
