Sydney (VNA) – The Vietnamese community in Australia has gathered to celebrate the Lunar New Year (Tet) at the annual Tet Cong Dong (Community Tet) event, a cherished occasion to honour cuꦺltural traditions and foster connections.
Hosted by the Consulate General of Vietnam in Sydney, the February 13 gathering brought together officials, representatives from various organisations, and hundreds of overseas Vietnamese. In his opening remarks, Consul General Nguyen Thanh Tung highlighted Vietnam’s continued socio-political stability and economic progress despite global uncertainties. He reaffirmed the country’s commitment to streamlining the state apparatus and improving governance efficiency and effectiveness at all levels, thus working towards sustainable development and heralding a new era of intergation and reform.For many attendees, the event was a heartfelt reunion with Vietnamese traditions.
Lee Nguyen, who have lived and worked in Australia for 16 years, shared his joy at experiencing the homeland's Tet spirit abroad, while student Nguyen Thi Song Thu from Western Sydney University found the festive decorations a remind of home. Max Archer-Challinor, a member of music band String to string, was captivated by the vibrant atmosphere and the elegance of the traditional ao dai, even wearing on♓e himself 🌟to fully embrace the celebration.
