Vietnam’s rich and storied culture introduced to ASEAN friends

Pham Thi Hong Lien, wife of Ambassador Le Quy Quynh, presented guests with examples of the country’s traditional cultures such as Quan Ho folk songs, Dong Ho folk painting, and lacquer products made by Vietnamese artisans.

Afterwards, ambassadors’ wives and other members of ASEAN enjoyed a variety of special art performances and a presentation of Ao dai (traditional long dress) and Ao tu than (four-panel traditional dress).

Guests at the event lined up to savour some of Vietnam’s delicious cuisine such as nem (spring rolls) and pho bo (beef noodle soup).

In a hands-on experience of Vietnam’s food culture, ASEAN friends were shown how to make seaweed agar in cute shapes by Vietnamese artisans.