Vietnam Joins Festival Celebrating Cultural Connectivity

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Vietnam made a striking impression at the 2024 Cultural Festival in Colombo on December 7, wowing both locals and foreign visitors with a vibrant display of Vietnamese handicrafts and the globally beloved Pho, VNA reported.

The event was hosted by the Sri Lankan Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, attended by Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya, Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath, Permanent Deputy Minister Aruni Ranaraja and many diplomatic missions and international organizations based in Colombo.

Minister of Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath visits the Vietnamese booth at 2024 Cultural Festival in Colombo. Photo: Vietnamese Embassy in Sri Lanka

A delegation from the Vietnamese embassy joined a parade alongside other countries, donning traditional costumes and performing distinctive dances with conical hats and bamboo poles.

They also graced a fashion show featuring Sri Lanka’s exquisite silk products.

Vietnamese products, particularly the aromatic Pho, drew crowds of eager Sri Lankans and international friends, creating a bustling and lively atmosphere. One of the standout moments was the performances by Sri Lankan children who surprised and delighted the audience with their love for Vietnamese culture and dances.

The festival was attended by PM Harini Amarasuriya, Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath, Permanent Deputy Minister Aruni Ranaraja and many diplomatic missions and international organizations in Colombo.

Sri Lankan children participate in bamboo dance under the guidance of monks at Truc Lam Zen Monastery - the first Vietnamese pagoda in Sri Lanka. Photo: Vietnamese Embassy in Sri Lanka

Vietnamese Ambassador Trinh Thi Tam affirmed that Vietnam is a close and traditional friend of Sri Lanka. Through engaging activities, Vietnam aims to join the international community in conveying a strong message about a peaceful and stable Sri Lanka, with friendly and hospitable people. This, in turn, will help Sri Lanka boost international tourism and foreign investments – key priorities of the Sri Lankan Government.

Ambassador Trinh Thi Tam and her spouse Nguyen Ngoc Lam participate in the fashion show. Photo: Vietnamese Embassy in Sri Lanka

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