Malaysian culture introduced in HCMC
(VOV) -Ho Chi Minh City’s Friendship House hosted a Malaysian Culture Day on November 1, celebrating the 40th anniversary of Vietnam-Malaysia diplomatic ties.
Co-organised by the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organisations (VUFO), the Vietnam-Malaysia Friendship Association, and the Malaysian Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City, the festival encompassed a photography exhibition and screened documentaries on Malaysia’s land and culture.
Students from SMK Convent Kajang and Sri Cempaka prepared a special art performance for the celebration.
The event is aimed at strengthening the existing bilateral friendship and encouraging HCM City youth to learn more about their regional neighbour’s vibrant culture.
Vietnam-Malaysia Friendship Association Chairperson Nguyen Thi Tuyet Nhung reviewed positive developments in the two countries’ 40-year relationship, spanning politics, national defence , economics, trade, culture, sports, tourism, and education.
Shazryll Zahiran, Malaysian Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City, said improving and expanding bilateral relations will help refine strategic cooperation and step up efforts towards forming a strong, united ASEAN community in the region.