Cultural evening honours charm of Vietnamese culture
Foreign ambassadors and representatives to UNESCO were treated to a feast of the Vietnamese culture while attending the Cultural Evening held by the country’s Permanent Delegation to UNESO in Paris on November 6, on the threshold of the 42nd session of the UNESCO’s General Conference.
Foreign ambassadors and representatives to UNESCO at the Cultural Evening on November 6. (Photo: VNA)
Paris (VNA) – Foreign ambassadors and representatives to UNESCOwere treated to a feast of the Vietnamese culture while attending the CulturalEvening held by the country’s Permanent Delegation to UNESO in Paris onNovember 6, on the threshold of the 42nd session of the UNESCO’sGeneral Conference.
Themed “Cultural Heritage as a Vector for Peace, Resilience and SustainableDevelopment”, the event aimed to popularise and honour the Vietnamese culture,while highlighting Vietnam’s resolve to promote the values of domestic andinternational cultural heritage.
In his speech, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ha Kim Ngoc laid a stress onVietnam’s contributions to the world’s treasure of heritage, given that thecountry is bestowed with eight world cultural and natural heritage items, and15 intangible cultural heritage of humanity.
Cultural heritage provides a source of creative inspiration, and serves as abridge to bolster mutual understanding among peoples, he said, highlightingprotecting cultural heritage in each nation will help strengthen solidarity,reduce violence and conflict, as well as promote peace and sustainabledevelopment.
As a UNESCO member, Vietnam reaffirms its commitment to preserving andpromoting the values of cultural heritage at both national and internationallevels, and contributing more to the UNESCO’s efforts by running for a seat inthe World Heritage Committee in the 2023-2027 tenure, he added.
For his part, UNESCO Deputy Director-General Xing Qu called the culturalevent important as it promotes the essence of the Mondiacult conference in 2022which affirms culture as a global public good.
Besides, it helps honour the charm and diversity of Vietnam’s intangiblecultural heritage, he added, hailing the sound cooperation between the country andUNESCO over the past 50 years.
The official also spoke highly of Vietnam’s contributions to protecting and promoting thevalues of heritage items, with its organisation of a ceremony to mark the 50th anniversary of the Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Culturaland Natural Heritage in 2022 and an international conference on promotingUNESCO titles for sustainable development.
An array of traditional Vietnamese arts was featured at the event, including liondance, folk singing, performance of Vovinam martial arts, and standout cuisines,helping nudge the image of a dynamic Vietnam during its vibrant internationalintegration process closer to international friends./.
A national conference on protection and preservation of documentary heritage will be held by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in the central coastal city of Nha Trang in November.
The northern mountainous province of Ha Giang on October 29 held a ceremony to receive UNESCO’s recognition of the Dong Van Karst Plateau as a global geopark for the third time.
The ancient city of Hoi An in the central province of Quang Nam, and Da Lat city in the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong have been named in the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) in terms of music, and crafts and folk art, respectively.
Vietnam is one of the few countries having two cities simultaneously recognised as UNESCO creative cities this year, reflecting the international recognition and appreciation of the country’s efforts and commitment to developing cultural creativity and resources, thus providing momentum for sustainable development at the community, local, and national levels, a high-ranking diplomat has remarked.
The ambassador noted that among the 300,000 Vietnamese residing in the RoK, around 3,000 are living in Pyeongtaek and contributing actively to the local economy. Ho expressed his hope that the local authorities will continue support the overseas Vietnamese community in the city.
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.
Foreign ambassadors and representatives to UNESCO at the Cultural Evening on November 6. (Photo: VNA) 
