In her welcoming remarks, HUFO President Ha Thanh stressed that the Lunar New Year (Tet) is one of the most sacred cultural traditions of the Vietnamese people. It is not only a moment to welcome the new year, but also an occasion for family reunions, strengthening bonds and cherishing humanistic values. The programme was a fascinating New Year experience that conveyed the positive energy and aspirations of a dynamic nation. Alexandra Smith, UK Consul General, said it was an honour to experience Vietnamese culture and to learn about the beauty of the Vietnamese ao dai, its exquisite craftsmanship and its value as a symbolic cultural heritage. The programme was described as a practical activity to strengthen mutual understanding and friendship between HUFO and diplomatic missions in Ho Chi Minh City, contributing to people-to-people diplomacy while promoting traditional Vietnamese culture to international friends./.

Source: VietNamNet News February 09, 2026 03:14 UTC