The Vietnam Pavilion at the World Expo 2020 Dubai. (Photo: the organisation board)
Hanoi (VNA) - A brocade fashion show themed “The Eternal Flow” willtake place on December 30 at the World Expo 2020Dubai in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
The programme, which aims to feature the overall picture ofa colourful Vietnam with cultural characteristics stretching across the country,will be implemented by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, and thePeople's Committee of the Central Highlands province of Dak Nong.
The organizers said the programme will contribute to promoting the culturalvalue of traditional brocade weaving, introduce products of ethnicminorities in Vietnam, and bring these products to international markets,towards building a national brand in the brocade-based garment and cultureindustry.
Through activities such as traditional art performance,displaying and introducing handicraft products as well as dishes and culinaryarts, international friends will have the opportunity to know more aboutVietnam with achievements in economy, society, science and technology,helping to promote trade, tourism and investment in the coming years.
In the framework of the expo, each country will organize anational day. Vietnam's Day will be held on December 30 with events topromote the country in many fields.
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism is coordinating with relevantministries, sectors and units to plan activities such as a ceremony to raise theVietnamese flag, a parade to show thenational flag, a film week, a painting exhibition, and a programme to provideinformation about Vietnam’s foreign policy, economy, investment, trade andtourism./.
Vietnam Film Week will take place at the Expo 2020 Dubai from December 30, 2021, to January 5, 2022, according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
The Vietnam Pavilion at the Expo 2020 Dubai was inaugurated at a ceremony held on October 1 at the event’s venue in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
The Vietnam Pavilion at the Expo 2020 Dubai complex impressed international visitors with 800 non la (conical hats) hanging at the front of their display and miniatures of 18 pieces created by renowned Vietnamese contemporary artists.
Vietnamese meritorious artist Le Giang had performed the Dan bau (monochord), a Vietnamese traditional musical instrument, along with a Middle Eastern famous traditional band at the Expo 2020 Dubai, according to the Vietnam Pavilion at the event.
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
The Vietnam Pavilion at the World Expo 2020 Dubai. (Photo: the organisation board) 
