The Beauty Of Vietnamese Tet Holiday Across Five Continents
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The “Xuan Que Huong” program provided an opportunity for overseas Vietnamese to reunite, interact, support, and celebrate the arrival of the New Year together. The event fostered stronger bonds within the Vietnamese community in Australia while bringing the spirit of Tet to expatriates, deepening their love and connection to their homeland.

Vietnamese Ambassador to Australia Pham Hung Tam spoke at the meeting. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnamese Ambassador to Australia Pham Hung Tam expressed his delight and pride in witnessing the progress of Vietnam and the Vietnam-Australia relations over the past year. He highlighted that in 2024, Vietnam overcame numerous challenges and achieved significant milestones, including political and social stability, national security and defense assurances, and an economic growth rate exceeding 7%, placing Vietnam among the top 35 economies worldwide.

Notably, in the “World Happiness Report 2024”, Vietnam ranked 54th, rising 11 places from the previous year and officially entering the top 10 happiest countries in Asia. With these achievements, Vietnam is determined to embark on a new era of national development.

Ambassador Pham Hung Tam emphasized the remarkable progress in Vietnam-Australia relations in 2024, particularly with the elevation of bilateral ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership following Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's official visit to Australia in March 2024.

The ambassador also expressed joy in witnessing the continued positive contributions of the Vietnamese community in Australia. Long-established organizations such as the Vietnamese Business Association in Australia, the Vietnamese Business Association in Canberra and other major cities, the Vietnamese Intellectuals and Experts Association in Australia, the Vietnam Innovation Network in Australia, and the Vietnamese Student Association in Australia have remained active and dynamic.

Vietnamese Ambassador to Australia Pham Hung Tam took a souvenir photo with the Bac Ninh Quan Ho Folk Song troupe. (Photo: VNA)

Additionally, several new associations have been established, and many individuals and organizations have been recognized by the host country and honored by Vietnamese authorities for their contributions.

A common trait among Vietnamese expatriates in Australia is their strong connection to their homeland, consistently demonstrating a spirit of unity and contribution toward Vietnam’s development.

Ambassador Pham Hung Tam extended his gratitude to the associations and community members who contributed to supporting compatriots in Vietnam affected by Typhoon Yagi. He also acknowledged their cooperation with the Embassy in numerous activities, further strengthening the Vietnam-Australia friendship.

The ambassador expressed hope that this dedication would continue to spread, ensuring the Vietnamese community in Australia remains united, supportive, and always connected to their homeland.

Christopher Anthony, an Australian guest, was particularly excited to experience Vietnamese cultural traditions. Having visited Vietnam multiple times, Christopher was deeply impressed by the unique atmosphere of Tet in Vietnam, which differs significantly from Australian traditions. He noted that during Tet, Vietnamese people are filled with hope and optimism for the New Year, bringing families and communities closer together.

A performance at the event. (Photo: VNA)

At the event, Christopher enthusiastically immersed himself in Vietnamese cultural performances, enjoying traditional folk music and engaging in the lively and authentic Tet atmosphere.

Dressed in a traditional Vietnamese ao dai, Jane Tran, Vice President of the Vietnamese Intellectuals and Experts Association in Australia (VASEA) and a longtime expatriate of 30 years, was emotional as she embraced the familiar spirit of Tet in Australia. She shared that she had traveled from Melbourne to Canberra for the event to alleviate her longing for Vietnam during the festive season.

As an overseas Vietnamese, Jane closely follows Vietnam’s progress and is proud of the nation’s remarkable transformations over the years. She hopes to further strengthen her ties with Vietnam through VASEA, contributing to the country’s development, particularly in the fields of innovation and science and technology.

Outstanding members of the Vietnamese community in Australia received Certificates of Merit from the Vietnamese Ambassador to Australia Pham Hung Tam. (Photo: VNA)

On this occasion, Ambassador Pham Hung Tam presented certificates of recognition to 15 outstanding community members for their significant contributions to the Vietnamese community in Australia over the past year.

Additionally, the event featured the presentation of awards for the "Tet Cup 2025" golf tournament. This inaugural event was jointly organized by the Embassy, the Consulate General of Vietnam in Sydney, and the Vietnamese Golf Association in Canberra, with sponsorship from Dr. Le Tu Minh, Chairman of IMG Investment Corporation, and Vietjet Air.

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