Outstanding Lao and Cambodian students honoured
	Gifts, scholarships given to Lao and Cambodian students at Kien Giang university

In An Giang, according to Tien Phong newspaper, on April 9, the Provincial Youth Union organized a meeting for Lao and Cambodian students and Khmer Youth Union members.

The An Giang Provincial Youth Union presented gifts to Lao and Cambodian students at the event. (Photo: Tien Phong)

Pham Huu Khuyen, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Youth Union, stated that in recent years, local authorities and sectors have implemented numerous activities to support both the material and spiritual well-being of international students and Khmer ethnic youth. These include cultural exchanges among Kinh, Cham, Hoa, and Khmer communities, as well as social welfare programs, contributing to a cohesive and compassionate learning environment. As a result, Lao and Cambodian students can focus on their studies, acquire knowledge and skills, and later return to contribute to their home countries, becoming “bridges” that strengthen ties among the three nations. On this occasion, many Lao and Cambodian students with outstanding academic achievements, as well as Khmer Youth Union members with notable contributions to youth activities, were presented with gifts.

Phommala Vanthakone, a representative of Lao and Cambodian students studying at An Giang University, shared that although they initially faced many challenges adapting to life in Vietnam, the support and care from provincial leaders, teachers, and peers helped them gain confidence. “We not only take home knowledge but also carry with us warm memories of the people of An Giang,” she said, affirming their determination to become “small bridges” fostering friendship.

On the same day in Thanh Hoa, Hong Duc University organized a Bunpimay celebration for 109 Lao students.

Delegates and Lao students at Hong Duc University participated in Bunpimay rituals. (Photo: Hong Duc University)

Vice Rector Ngo Chi Thanh extended New Year greetings and affirmed that the university always creates favorable conditions for students to study and train in a friendly and safe environment. Representatives of local authorities and the Vietnam-Laos Friendship Association of Thanh Hoa Province highly appreciated the university’s support, noting that Bunpimay is not only a traditional festival but also a vivid symbol of the special friendship and solidarity between the two countries. The students expressed their appreciation and committed to striving in their studies to become high-quality human resources for Laos.

The program featured various activities, including traditional rituals, cultural performances, cuisine, and Lamvong dance, creating a warm and cohesive atmosphere.

A performance by Lao students at the University of Science and Education - University of Da Nang. (Photo: Da Nang City Portal)

In Da Nang, according to the city’s official portal, nearly 300 Lao students at the University of Science and Education - University of Da Nang celebrated Bunpimay with full traditional rituals such as wrist-tying ceremonies, water splashing, traditional costume presentations, and folk performances. These activities helped ease homesickness and enabled students to gradually adapt and consider the place their second home.

University leaders affirmed their continued support in creating favorable conditions for international students to focus on their studies, while a representative of the Lao Consulate General in Da Nang highly appreciated these efforts, noting that the students themselves serve as “ambassadors” contributing to strengthening bilateral relations.

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