The “Europe Days 2018” programme will take place at Ly Thai To Square by Hoan Kiem Lake, downtown Hanoi from May 4-6, said Ambassador Bruno Angelet, head of the Delegation of the European Union to Vietnam at a press briefing on April 26.
Ambassador Bruno Angelet, head of the Delegation of the European Union to Vietnam, speaks at a press briefing on the Europe Days 2018 in Vietnam on April 26. (Photo: European Union in Vietnam)
Hanoi (VNA) – The “Europe Days 2018” programmewill take place at Ly Thai To Square by Hoan Kiem Lake, downtown Hanoi from May4-6, said Ambassador Bruno Angelet, head of the Delegation of the EuropeanUnion to Vietnam at a press briefing on April 26.
The highlight of the programme is “the Europe Village” tobe held for the first time in Vietnam. Visitors to the Europe Village this yearwill be entertained with a string of various unique activities that demonstratethe diversity of European culture from art and cuisine to lifestyle.
The event will consist of about 30 activities to bring atrue European atmosphere to the heart of Hanoi, including music performances,cultural and fashion shows, sports events and creative workshops for kids. Visitorswill also be offered European food and drinks as well as many other productsfrom the EU.
The EU member states will bring to the Europe Village aseries of music and cultural performances, such as a unique stilt walkingperformance by Belgian artists at Hoan Kiem Lake, Jazz trumpet performances byMichaela Rabitsch from Austria, and Beatbox – Acapella performances by Berywamfrom France.
The photo book “European Cultural Heritage” will also be launchedwithin the framework of the programme while Vietnamese readers can also enjoybooks from Austria, Denmark, Germany, Finland, France, Czech Republic, Spain,Sweden, Italy and Belgium during the European Book Days in Hanoi and Ho ChiMinh City.
The “Europe Days 2018” will be co-held by the Delegationof the EU to Vietnam, 18 embassies of the EU member states and the EuropeanCultural Institutes to mark the Europe Day on May 9.
On May 9, the European Union marks the symbolic datewhen Robert Schuman – the former French Minister of Foreign Affairs – putforward his ideas on a united Europe to bring lasting peace and prosperity tothe continent. This historical declaration and its great significance continueto lead the integration project and to inspire partnerships to be forged beyondthe borders of Europe.-VNA
Movie lovers in Vietnam will be enthralled by an array of the best European films during the European Film Festival 2016 (EFF), which will showcase 13 contemporary films from EU member countries.
Speakers from Europe and Vietnam delivered inspiring speeches that suggest new ideas to tackle challenges facing both sides at an event in Hanoi on May 20.
The annual Europe Days programme will once again take Vietnamese patrons on a journey through the richness of European cultures and celebrate the cooperation between the European Union and Vietnam.
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
The U23 competition will run from June 16 to 22, followed by the U17 event from June 23 to 28, while athletes competing in the U23 category will undergo weight and skill checks ahead of the matches starting June 18, while similar checks for U17 athletes will take place before June 23.