[In Photos] Vietnamese culture’s quintessence promoted among ASEAN and international friends

The ASEAN Cultural and Culinary Fair 2025 (ASEAN Bazaar 2025) took place at the Embassy of Malaysia in Phnom Penh on September 13. The event was co-organised by the embassies of ASEAN countries, featuring a variety of unique artistic performances and cultural showcases.

Ambassadors of ASEAN countries in Cambodia take commemorative photos with Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Prak Sokhonn. (Photo: DINH TRUONG)
Ambassadors of ASEAN countries in Cambodia take commemorative photos with Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Prak Sokhonn. (Photo: DINH TRUONG)
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The event aims to introduce and promote culture and cuisine, as well as to strengthen solidarity and friendship among ASEAN member countries, while celebrating the 58th anniversary of ASEAN’s founding (August 8, 1967-2025). (Photo: HUY VU)
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In his opening speech, Malaysian Ambassador to Cambodia Shahharuddin Onn affirms the ASEAN Cultural and Culinary Fair is not merely a cultural event but also a vivid symbol of solidarity and cooperation, reflecting the diverse yet unified identity of Southeast Asian nations. (Photo: DINH TRUONG)
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Ambassador Shahharuddin Onn highly appreciates the enthusiastic and active participation of the embassies of ASEAN member countries and Timor Leste in Cambodia, who brought unique performances and distinctive products, contributing to stronger connections and mutual understanding among peoples, while honouring ASEAN community values through cuisine, culture, and local products. (Photo: DINH TRUONG)
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Speaking at the event, Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Prak Sokhonn stresses ASEAN Bazaar 2025 is a typical event embodying ASEAN’s unique identity, where culture and cuisine serve as the most natural “diplomats” of each country. Traditional dishes, folk melodies, and handicrafts stand as symbols that transcend linguistic and political boundaries, representing unity in diversity across the region. (Photo: DINH TRUONG)
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Participating countries at ASEAN Bazaar 2025 present food stalls, trade items, and cultural products distinctive to their nations. In addition, they contribute special artistic performances delivered by groups of diplomats, staff, and their families. Many games and quizzes on ASEAN and its member states are also organised, creating excitement among attendees. (Photo: HUY VU)
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Exhibition booths showcasing Vietnamese high-quality products such as coffee, tea, wine, handicrafts, and cuisine also attract large numbers of visitors. (Photo: HUY VU)
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Vietnamese Ambassador to Cambodia Nguyen Minh Vu notes this year’s fair reflects the aspiration to further strengthen solidarity and share ASEAN’s values, while presenting the diverse cultures of ASEAN countries and Timor Leste to regional and international friends. (Photo: DINH TRUONG)
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Within the framework of the fair, the Embassy of Viet Nam and the Vietnamese community in Cambodia present several artistic performances and two booths introducing Vietnamese products and cuisine. (Photo: HUY VU)
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The performance of the dance “Co doi thuong ngan”, prepared after a long period of dedicated rehearsal by female staff members and spouses of Vietnamese diplomats, left a strong impression on the audience, helping ASEAN and international friends gain deeper insights into Viet Nam’s unique “chau van” singing art form. (Photo: DINH TRUONG)
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