HCM City – The 2025 Cultural Exchange of Friendship Programme, themed ‘Harmony of Cultures’, offers a vibrant platform for international exchange, with a particular focus on culture and the performing arts.
Held this morning at Suối Tiên Theme Park in District 9, the event brought together Consuls General from countries including Cuba, Cambodia, Russia, Canada, and South Korea, alongside international delegates and representatives from friendship organisations across Việt Nam.
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| The organisers present commemorative flags to consul generals and esteemed guests for their contribution to the programme. VNS Photo Gia Linh |
The event is co-organised by the HCM City Union of Friendship Organisations (HUFO) and Suối Tiên Theme Park.
With more than 20 traditional and contemporary performances representing various cultures, the programme aims to celebrate the cultural bonds between Việt Nam and other nations, while promoting the country’s image on the international stage.
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| A performance by students of the HCM City University of People’s Security that highlights the strong development of Việt Nam. VNS Photo Gia Linh |
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| Laos university students performing traditional dance. VNS Photo Gia Linh |
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| Members of the Vietnamese-Korean Family Union performing buchaechum, a traditional Korean fan dance. VNS Photo Gia Linh |
Hồ Xuân Lâm, Vice Chairman of HUFO, remarked that as Việt Nam strengthens its people-to-people diplomacy, cultural and artistic performances serve as a vital bridge — showcasing the distinct identities of each nation, deepening solidarity, and nurturing mutual understanding among countries.
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| Representing Russia, violist Siam’s performance is a creative mix between classical and modern rhythm. VNS Photo Gia Linh |
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| Traditional Indian Kathak dance performed by the talented Anupama Jha. VNS Photo Gia Linh |
In May 2023, HUFO and Suối Tiên Theme Park signed a Memorandum of Agreement for the 2023–2025 period, outlining their cooperation in people-to-people diplomacy aimed at enhancing Việt Nam’s image and fostering stronger solidarity with other countries. – VNS
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