Cutural Exchange

On December 31, Sa Pa Ward (Lao Cai Province) held the opening ceremony of the cultural space “Sa Pa – Quintessence Convergence”. This activity is part of Sa Pa’s events welcoming the New Year 2026, aiming to introduce and promote the locality’s tourism resources and distinctive tourism products, while boosting the attraction of domestic and international visitors.

From politically oriented performances and traditional festivals to modern concerts and massive outdoor events, Ho Chi Minh City has cultivated a varied music festival landscape that mirrors the vibrant, open and innovative pulse of Viet Nam's southern economic hub.

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has issued Decision No. 4883/QD-BVHTTDL to authorise the organisation of the “French Cinema Rendezvous 2026” film programme in Viet Nam.

Nhan Dan (People) Newspaper held a talk with two highest-ranking contestants of the international Miss Cosmo pageant including Miss Yolina Lindquist (the US) and First Runner-up Chelsea Fernandez (Philippines) on December 29. The Top 2 contestants expressed their strong impression of the newspaper’s long history, development, credibility, and its transformation to keep pace with the times.

Various activities are taking place at the 21st Hoi An–Japan Cultural Exchange, which opened in Hoi An ancient town, Da Nang city, on December 26.

A themed exhibition on President Ho Chi Minh in China opened at the Hongyan Revolutionary History Museum in Chongqing on December 23.

The recent concert programme “A Wordless Rhapsody” at the Ho Guom Theatre in Ha Noi has featured Professor, composer and performer Dang Ngoc Long, who won the Special Prize at the Villa-Lobos International Guitar Competition in Hungary in 1987.

On December 21, in Ha Noi, Viet Nam Television, in coordination with the Propaganda Department of the General Political Department of the Viet Nam People’s Army, organised a special art programme to celebrate the 81st anniversary of the founding of the Viet Nam People’s Army.

On December 21, in Beijing, in a solemn atmosphere imbued with warm friendship, the programme “Viet Nam Culture Day in China” was held at the China National Opera House.

The Southeast Asian Gong Harmony Night 2025 was held on December 20 evening at Lam Vien Square in Xuan Huong-Da Lat ward, Lam Dong province, drawing thousands of local residents and visitors to a vibrant celebration of regional cultural heritage.

A Vietnamese spring roll-making workshop at Uccle Arts School in Brussels on December 18 introduced Europeans to the nuances of Vietnamese cuisine, as the classroom filled with the scents of fresh herbs, spices and prepared ingredients.

Dong A University in Da Nang City has recently co-ordinated with relevant units to organise a programme titled “Experiencing Culture of the Republic of Korea” for local pupils and students in the 2025–2026 academic year.

Dien Bien Province held the opening ceremony of the 9th Viet Nam–Lao–China “Con” Throwing Festival at May 7 Square, on the evening of December 19.

A photo exhibition opened on December 16 in Quang Ninh Province, marking the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Viet Nam and Cuba (December 2, 1960 –2025).

Amid the festive atmosphere of the 2025 Minsk International Charity Christmas Fair in Belarus ahead of the New Year, the Vietnamese booth has stood out as a popular destination, featuring vivid decorations and showcasing images of Viet Nam’s land, people, tourism and cuisine.

One hundred awards were presented to the most outstanding participants to the contest entitled “My Bond with China” at a ceremony held in Ha Noi on December 15.

A prize-awarding ceremony for the contest on storytelling, painting, singing, and poetry recitation about President Ho Chi Minh for children in 2025 was held at the Vietnamese Embassy in Japan on December 15.

The Vietnamese Film Week in Paris officially came to a close on December 12 evening with a special highlight as ‘Red Rain’ - a film that once set box-office records in Viet Nam and represented the country in the race for the Academy Awards - was screened at Pathé Palace, a venue closely associated with the origins of world cinema.

The roundtable discussion titled “Connecting two-way cooperation between young Vietnamese and French Filmmakers”, held in Paris (France), provided an opportunity for young Vietnamese filmmakers to strengthen their capacities, seek development opportunities, and learn from foreign filmmakers and producers.

The closing ceremony of the Viet Nam Film Week in Paris was held in a solemn, warm, and emotionally charged atmosphere on December 12.