A cultural event hosted by the Vietnamese Embassy in Malmö brought together Swedish officials and the Vietnamese community to highlight and strengthen relations between Sweden and Vietnam. Image: The Gioi & Vietnam
The Vietnamese Embassy in Sweden hosted a large cultural gathering in Malmö on February 1st, using the event to strengthen ties between Sweden and Vietnam and to highlight the role of the Vietnamese community in bilateral relations.
Held at Moriska Paviljongen, the event brought together around 600 participants, including Vietnamese Ambassador Tran Van Tuan, representatives of Malmö City Council, Swedish political figures, Vietnamese associations, and Swedish guests with an interest in Vietnam.
Ambassador Tran Van Tuan stressed that the Vietnamese community in Sweden plays an important role in building people-to-people connections and supporting friendly relations between the two countries. He also pointed to Vietnam’s growing international standing and cooperation with European partners, including Sweden.
Using culture as a diplomatic tool, Vietnam showcased its engagement with Sweden at a Malmö gathering attended by local officials, community leaders, and international guests. Image: Gioi & Vietnam
Swedish representatives attending the event underlined the value of cultural exchange in promoting mutual understanding and integration.
The programme featured Vietnamese traditional music, theatre, and cuisine, offering Swedish guests insight into Vietnamese culture while providing a meeting place for dialogue and community interaction.
The Malmö gathering is part of a broader initiative by the Vietnamese Embassy to deepen cultural engagement in Sweden, with a follow-up event scheduled in Stockholm on February 5th.