A burst of cultural colors at the Vietnam - Korea Cultural Festival 2025: Connection and integration
- 14/11/2025
From energetic K pop dance performances to the rich flavors of Vietnamese Korean cuisine and exciting traditional games, the Vietnam-Korea Cultural Festival 2025 created a vibrant space for exchange and integration right on the campus of Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HUTECH).
The event was organized by the Vietnam-Korea Institute of Technology (VKIT) in collaboration with the Korean Language Center in Ho Chi Minh City and King Sejong Institute (King Sejong HCM3) on November 12.
At the festival, students immersed themselves in a vibrant cultural setting filled with engaging hands-on activities. One of the highlights was a food area featuring 12 booths prepared by the students, offering a varied culinary experience. Dishes ranged from kimbap, tteokbokki, and jajangmyeon to familiar Vietnamese favorites, creating a diverse and appealing culinary display that reflected the cultural harmony between the two countries.
At the festival, students immersed themselves in a vibrant cultural setting filled with engaging hands-on activities. One of the highlights was a food area featuring 12 booths prepared by the students, offering a varied culinary experience. Dishes ranged from kimbap, tteokbokki, and jajangmyeon to familiar Vietnamese favorites, creating a diverse and appealing culinary display that reflected the cultural harmony between the two countries.
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The festive atmosphere grew even livelier with a wide range of cultural experience activities. Students tested their creativity by folding paper Hanbok, tried on traditional Hanbok outfits, and joined energetic team games such as tug of war. Intellectual playgrounds such as the Golden Bell Challenge competition featuring knowledge about Korean language and culture also drew attention. In addition, music exchange performances, a lotto show, a singing contest, and a brightly decorated check in photobooth contributed to a joyful and youthful space. Music, cheers, and applause echoed across the school yard, uplifting the spirit of unity and youthful energy.
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The festival’s highlight was the K-pop Random Dance performance and the Korean singing contest. On stage, young participants confidently displayed their personalities and passion for music, energizing the crowd. Dynamic dance moves and expressive vocals, combined with enthusiastic cheers, brought the festival to life, creating a lively celebration where culture and youth came together in a vibrant atmosphere of connection.
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Young participants confidently showcased their personalities and passion for vibrant Korean music
Delivering the opening remarks, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phan Dinh Nguyen, Vice President, emphasized that the festival provided an opportunity to connect not only through art and culture but also through genuine heartfelt emotions. He added that such connections bring people closer together and promote a spirit of openness, energy, and integration.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phan Dinh Nguyen emphasized the value of spreading openness, dynamism, and integration through the festival
Ms. Kim Bo Sung, Consul-General of the Republic of Korea in Ho Chi Minh City, extended her congratulations and expressed delight at witnessing the strengthening friendship between the two countries. She added, “I hope students will appreciate the beauty of Korean culture today and carry with them the aspiration to become bridges fostering Vietnam-Korea friendship."
Ms. Kim Bo Sung extended her congratulations and shared her joy in witnessing the friendship between the two countries
Ms. Eom Mi Young, a specialist from the Korean Language Center in Ho Chi Minh City under the Ministry of Education of Korea, affirmed that she will continue to support HUTECH students in their learning journey.
Ms. Eom Mi Young affirmed her continued support for students
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Representatives of the University presented flowers to participating units and guests
The festival created many memorable highlights and left lasting impressions on all students
Sharing her thoughts at the festival, Le Thi Kim Hoang, a first-year Digital Marketing student at VKIT, said she was delighted to take part in the event. She added that the wide range of cultural activities allowed students to experience Korean culture more closely, while the opportunity to meet and interact with Korean experts and entrepreneurs provided valuable connections for their future.
News: Hồng Loan
Photo: Media Team
Communication Center
News: Hồng Loan
Photo: Media Team
Communication Center
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