Organizing the 'Expatriate singing contest – Affection for the Homeland' in Thailand
WVR - The contest will be an occasion for cultural exchange, community bonding, and expressing love for the homeland and the traditional friendship between Vietnam and Thailand.
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The Thai-Vietnamese Business Association across Thailand, in collaboration with the Consulate General of Vietnam in Khon Kaen and the VT Namnueng Community, is organizing the 'Expatriate Singing Contest – Homeland Affection', scheduled to take place on December 6 and 7 in Udon Thani province.
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The contest aims to create a cultural playground, encourage patriotism, and strengthen the bonds within the Vietnamese community in Thailand, while also introducing Vietnam's spiritual cultural values to local friends.
According to the organizers, the program focuses on musical works praising the homeland and President Ho Chi Minh, thereby honoring historical traditions and nurturing expatriates' affection towards their homeland.
The contest is open to four groups: Youth under 20; individuals aged 21-59; those aged 60 and above; and Vietnamese students studying in Thailand.
Contestants can be Vietnamese or Thai nationals with a love for Vietnamese culture. Those who have participated in ASEAN bloc contests but have not won any prizes are still eligible to register.
Participants are encouraged to prepare suitable music tracks and limit the use of karaoke to score higher. Each group will have one First Prize (worth 15,000 Baht), one Second Prize (worth 10,000 Baht), one Third Prize (worth 7,000 Baht), and two Consolation Prizes (worth 3,000 Baht).
The organizers expect enthusiastic participation from the Vietnamese community and Thai friends who cherish Vietnam.
For registration information, contestants can contact the Contest Secretariat: Mr. Wanchai Namsathianphong (Phone: 082-8563565) or Mr. Damrongsak Wattanasrimueang (Phone: 095-3289325).
Registration is open until November 30, 2025. Contestants need to submit complete personal information, the contest song according to the theme, and a color photo taken within the last 6 months. The preliminary round will be held on December 6, and the finals on December 7 at the VT Namnueng Community Hall, Udon Thani.
(Source: Consulate General of Vietnam in Khon Kaen, Thailand)
