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| Professor Aleks Subic, Rector of Aston University speaking at the event (Photo: VNA) |
The event was organized by Vietnamese Student Associations of Aston University, University of Birmingham, and University of Northampton of the UK and it drew the participation of 150 people, who are Vietnamese and international students and overseas Vietnamese people in the city.
During the program, various activities were held, including a photo exhibition, art performances introducing contemporary dance and folk songs from the three regions, a Vietnamese cuisine show, and a fashion show of traditional Vietnamese long dress (Ao Dai).
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Vietnamese Ambassador to UK Nguyen Hoang Long called on the Vietnamese student community in the UK to actively introduce Vietnam’s image to British friends, helping promote solidarity, friendship, and people-to-people exchanges between the two sides.
He said that within the framework of Vietnam Days in the UK, a series of activities are held in Birmingham, including a meeting between the Ambassador and the Mayor of Birmingham, as well as talks to discuss joint trade and investment opportunities.
The Ambassador highlighted the role the Midlands region of the UK plays in bilateral cooperative relations, noting that Birmingham and the Midlands will serve as the driving force for the Vietnam – UK relationship moving forward, especially in the fields of education, training, production, trade, and investment.
Director of International Relations at Aston University Matt Dean said that he was very impressed with traditional art programs performed by Vietnamese students, and the program helped British people understand more about the culture and people of Vietnam./.