Vietnamese culture introduced at Francophone event in France
The Vietnamese Cultural Centre in France represented Vietnam at the Week-end de la Francophonie (Francophonie Weekend) on March 23-24, which was held in celebration of the Fifth International Francophonie Day 2024 (March 20) in Yèble (Seine et Marne province), 60km from Paris.
Vietnamese culture introduced at Francophone event in France (Photo: VNA)
Paris (VNA) – The Vietnamese Cultural Centre in France representedVietnam 🌄at the Week-end de la Francophonie (Francophonie Weekend) on March 23-24, which was held incelebration of the Fifth International Francophonie Day 2024 (March 20) inYèble (Seine et Marne province), 60km from Paris.
This year's event, the fifth of its kind, hosted nearly 40 booths of membersof the InternationalOrganisation of La Francophonie, French localities and associations. Vietnam was a guest of honour ofthis year edition. Adorned with the national flag, the pavilion ofVietnam drew attention of many event-goers. Publications on the country’s tourist attractions along with souvenirand traditional musical instruments were on display. Besides, a special art programme and traditional AoDai (long dress) fashion show were also held during the two-day event. Deputy director of the centre Tang Thanh Son said throughthe event, the centre wanted to introduce beautiful images of the S-shapedcountry and its people. Marième Tamata-Varin, the Mayor of Yèbles, said that Vietnam is selected as a guest of honour of this year’s event because the country has always activelyparticipated in all past editions of the city’s International Francophonie Day. Ambassador Nguyen Thi Van Anh, PermanentRepresentative of Vietnam to the United Nations Educational, Scientific andCultural Organisation (UNESCO), acknowledged that the event was anexcellent opportunity to promote Vietnamese culture to foreign friends, throughactivities to introduce the country's beauty, heritages recognised by UNESCO,culture imbued with national identity, as well as the Vietnamese people who are friendly and ready tocooperate with international partners and friends for peace and development. First held in 2015, the biennialFrancophonie Weekend in Yebles offers chances for participating countries to introducetheir culture through music, cuisine, literature and folk games, as well asbolster mutual understanding via discussions on emerging issues in membercountries./.
Vietnam is proud to be a member of the Francophone community and always treasures cooperation and solidarity with other member countries and partners, stated Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Do Hung Viet while chairing an official celebration of International Francophonie Day (March 20) in Hanoi on March 17.
The International Francophone Day (March 20) offers an opportunity for the Francophone community to honour its common values and the desire shared by French-speaking people to live and cooperate in cultural diversity.
Vietnam will continue contributing to realising the three key objectives of the Strategic Framework on Francophone Community Cooperation for the 2023-2030 period, said Deputy Foreign Minister Do Hung Viet.
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
Vietnamese culture introduced at Francophone event in France (Photo: VNA) 
