Foreign Ambassadors Celebrate Vietnamese Culture Through Ao Dai
The event aimed to foster solidarity, mutual understanding, and information exchange among ambassadors and diplomatic corps in Hanoi.
 | Traditional Ao Dai and Hanbok Costumes Hit HCMC Catwalk Stage |
| Silk Collection Highlights Vietnam's Heritage |
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| On December 11, in Hanoi, Ambassador of Palestine to Vietnam Saadi Salama, Dean of the Diplomatic Corps in Vietnam, hosted a gathering among foreign embassies in Hanoi. The event aimed to foster solidarity, mutual understanding, and information exchange among ambassadors and diplomatic missions based in the capital. It also served as an opportunity to welcome newly appointed ambassadors and bid farewell to those concluding their missions in Vietnam. A highlight of the gathering was the fashion showcase of a special Ao Dai collection titled "Tinh Hoa Hoi Tu". Ambassadors joined professional models on the runway, celebrating Vietnam’s iconic traditional attire in a display of cultural appreciation and unity. |
 | Vietnam Promotes Ao Dai, Tourism at Consular Festival in France Within the framework of the Consular Festival 2024, Vietnam impressed attendees with traditional ao dai and tourism products in Lyon, France. |
 | Ao Dai Cycling Event In Hue Attracts Hundreds of Participants The "Ao Dai Cycling for the Environment" event aims to encourage local residents and tourists to join the community sports movement, improve health, and strive ... |
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