Vietnamese culture introduced to international friends in Laos
The Women’s Union of the Lao Ministry of Foreign Affairs on November 17 held a tea party in Vientiane, aiming to tighten connections among domestic and foreign female diplomats, and wives of members of diplomatic corps and international organisations.
Vietnam's bot loc cakes (steamed clear tapioca cake in banana leaf) are introduced at the tea party. (Photo: VNA)
Vientiane (VNA) – The Women’s Union of the Lao Ministry of Foreign Affairs on November 17held a tea party in Vientiane, aiming to tighten connections amongdomestic and foreign female diplomats, and wives of members of diplomatic corps and international organisations.
The annual event𝕴 gathered wives of diplomatsalong with female diplomats of Laos, foreign countries, and internationalorganisations, including those from the Vietnamese Embassyin Laos.
Speaking at the event,Alouny Kommasith, the wife of Lao DeputyPrime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Saleumxay Kommasith, said that this year's tea party was of significance as it took place at a time when Laos is preparingfor the ASEAN chairmanship in 2024 when the country will welcome leaders fromASEAN member states, partners and tourists.
At the party, participantsenjoyed tea and musical performances. The event also featured boothsthat showcased the participating countries’ traditional handicrafts, cuisine, andtourism information.
Representatives of theVietna🧸mese Embassy introduced the country's songs, dances, and typical dishes to international friends./.
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A delegation of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party led by Governor of the Central Bank of Laos Bounleua Sinxayvoravong paid a working visit to the south central province of Binh Thuan on November 15.
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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.
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Vietnam's bot loc cakes (steamed clear tapioca cake in banana leaf) are introduced at the tea party. (Photo: VNA) 
