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Cultural week kicks off for Vietnamese students in Laos

Vientiane – Vietnamese students in Laos launched a cultural week in Vientiane on April 28.

The opening ceremony saw the participation of Lao Education Minister Somkot Mangnorket and Vietnamese Ambassador to Laos Nguyen Huy Quang.

The event is held to celebrate major anniversaries of the two countries, including the establishment of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party on March 22, the establishment of the Ho chi minh Communist Youth Party (March 26), Vietnam’s Southern Liberation anniversary (April 30) and President Ho Chi Minh’s birthday (May 19).

A photo exhibition will be held during the week, showcasing images of the land and people of Vietnam and their special friendship and cooperation with Laos through different periods.

A Vietnam-Laos music programme and international sport competitions will also be held as part of the event

Source: VNA

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Cultural week kicks off for Vietnamese students in Laos

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