Vietnam to Mark First National Culture Day on Nov 24, Urges Artists and Theaters to Celebrate

Vietnam is set to establish November 24 as its first National Culture Day, urging artists and theaters nationwide to organize celebratory activities. This move is part of a national effort to position culture as the spiritual foundation of society, an internal strength, and a driver of development. The proposal is included in appraisal documents for a draft National Assembly resolution on breakthrough mechanisms and policies for cultural development, prepared by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, and is expected to be submitted to lawmakers. Across Vietnam, localities are expanding cultural spaces, promoting creativity, and linking heritage with tourism, translating the spirit of Politburo's Resolution No. 80-NQ/TW on cultural development into practice. Overseas, Vietnamese culture is also being promoted. For instance, annual events jointly organized by the Vietnamese Embassy and community in Slovakia showcase Vietnam's rich cultural heritage, fostering people-to-people exchanges and strengthening bilateral friendship. Overseas Vietnamese artists are seen as crucial "cultural ambassadors" connecting Vietnam with the international community through art. Furthermore, Vietnam's culture is being presented on international stages, such as the BRICS Bazaar in India and the Vietnam Festival in Kanagawa, Japan. These events provide opportunities to showcase distinctive Vietnamese lacquerware and toys, contributing to cultural exchange and deepening economic ties with other nations. Domestically, initiatives like the Thang Long – Hanoi Festival aim to bring traditional cultural values closer to the public, expand international exchange, and foster the development of Hanoi's cultural industries. These endeavors underscore Vietnam's commitment to culture as a vital element of national development.