Vietnamese Lecturer Honoured as 2026 Vietnamese Language Ambassador Abroad

On the occasion of the Day honouring Vietnamese language, Nguyen Thi Lien Huong was named the 2026 Vietnamese Language Ambassador abroad. Huong urged overseas Vietnamese families and youth to make language preservation part of everyday life, emphasizing the role of parents and grandparents in speaking Vietnamese with children. Learning platform helps young OVs connect with Vietnamese language, culture Vietnamese language exchange fosters cultural identity among young overseas Vietnamese Vietnamese language contest in Laos strengthens youth ties, bilateral friendship This appointment recognizes her contributions to the promotion of the Vietnamese language and cultural heritage abroad. The Vietnamese government places importance on overseas Vietnamese communities (OVs) maintaining their connection with their mother tongue and culture. Efforts are underway to increase the interest of younger generations through support for educational platforms and language exchange programs. Events like the Vietnamese language contest in Laos are also seen as part of strengthening ties among youth and enhancing bilateral friendship. Under Vietnam's one-party system, the preservation and transmission of national culture are considered key policy priorities for strengthening national unity and identity. While Vietnam continues its economic growth, maintaining cultural ties with its diaspora is seen as contributing to the expansion of soft power and future economic and political influence. Source: VietnamPlus English