Cultural Exchange Events in 2024

Vietnam and the Czech Republic:

• Homeland Spring Programme: On January 19, 2024, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his spouse joined the Vietnamese community in Prague to celebrate the Lunar New Year (Tet) during the Homeland Spring programme. The event featured traditional Vietnamese music performances and highlighted the community’s contributions to Vietnam-Czech relations.  

• La Femme Mimi Fashion Show: On April 9, 2024, the Embassy of the Czech Republic in Hanoi hosted a fashion show featuring the Czech-Vietnamese brand La Femme Mimi. This event marked the launch of the Czech Cultural Season 2024-2025 in Vietnam, showcasing a fusion of Czech style and Vietnamese elegance.  

• Vietnam-Czech Cultural Festival: From November 1 to November 2, 2024, a culture and food festival titled “Czech-Vietnam Cultural Festival” was held at AEON MALL in Long Bien district, Hanoi. The festival promoted cultural exchange and featured various activities highlighting the traditions of both nations.  

Vietnam and Slovakia:

• Vietnam Day in Slovakia: On August 18, 2024, the third Vietnam Day was celebrated in Bratislava, attracting over 10,000 visitors. Organized by the Vietnamese Embassy and the local Vietnamese community, the event showcased traditional Vietnamese products, cuisine, and cultural performances, becoming the largest event of its kind in Slovakia.  

• Summer Camp at the University of Economics in Bratislava: From July 15 to July 19, 2024, the Vietnamese Embassy in Slovakia participated in a summer camp organized by the University of Economics in Bratislava. The event introduced Slovak students to Vietnamese history, culture, and traditions through various interactive activities.  

Upcoming Cultural Initiatives in 2025

Vietnam and the Czech Republic:

• Establishment of Cultural Centers: As part of their strategic partnership, Vietnam and the Czech Republic plan to establish cultural centers in Hanoi and Prague. These centers aim to promote cultural exchange and tourism, serving as hubs for showcasing each nation’s heritage and fostering people-to-people connections.  

• Great National Solidarity Festival: Prague is set to host the first Great National Solidarity Festival abroad in 2025. This significant event reflects the Vietnamese government’s recognition of the Vietnamese community’s achievements and contributions in the Czech Republic.  

Vietnam and Slovakia:

• Slovak Cultural Week in Vietnam: The Slovakian Embassy in Vietnam plans to organize the Slovak Cultural Week in 2025. This event will offer Vietnamese people an opportunity to experience Slovak culture through art performances and unique cultural showcases, further strengthening the ties between the two countries.  

These cultural exchange events and initiatives underscore the commitment of Vietnam, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia to deepen their bilateral relationships through mutual cultural understanding and collaboration.

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