Vietnam Day in Slovakia 2026
WVR - On July 5th, in the city of Trnava, the Embassy of Vietnam in Slovakia collaborated with and supported the Vietnamese community in Slovakia to successfully organize the Vietnam Day 2026 event. The event attracted a large number of local residents, international friends, and the Vietnamese community.
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| Booth of the Embassy of Vietnam in Slovakia. (Source: Embassy of Vietnam in Slovakia) |
Developed from a community festival, the event has now become a widely influential cultural activity. Starting with its first organization in the Kuchajda area (Bratislava) in 2022, moving to the city of Košice in 2023 with over 4,000 attendees, and returning to Bratislava in 2024 attracting over 10,000 people, the program has become an important bridge helping Slovakians better understand the country, people, and rich cultural identity of Vietnam. This year's Vietnam Day event attracted approximately...
Vietnam Day is not just a cultural festival but also an opportunity to introduce a dynamic, traditional, and integrated Vietnam; while reflecting the positive contributions of the Vietnamese community to the economic, cultural, and social life of Slovakia.
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| Visitors at the booth of the Embassy of Vietnam in Slovakia. (Source: Embassy of Vietnam in Slovakia) |
Enhancing the role of the Vietnamese community as a bridge
In his opening speech, Vietnamese Ambassador to Slovakia Pham Truong Giang affirmed that the Vietnamese community in Slovakia, though not large in number, is a vivid testament to the spirit of overcoming difficulties, the will to rise, adaptability, and always carries pride in the cultural and historical traditions of the nation.
During their time living, studying, working, and doing business in Slovakia, the community not only builds a stable life for their families but also becomes an integral part of the local society, making practical contributions to economic and social development as well as fostering the friendship between Vietnam and Slovakia.
The Ambassador emphasized that it is commendable that during the integration process, the Vietnamese community has always preserved core national values such as family affection, the spirit of learning, solidarity, diligence, and Vietnamese cultural identity, contributing to enriching Slovakia's diverse cultural landscape.
The Ambassador expressed confidence that after Vietnam and Slovakia upgraded their relationship to a Strategic Partnership in April 2026, the Vietnamese community will continue to play its role as a bridge between the two countries; meanwhile, the younger Vietnamese generation will continue the mission of connecting the two cultures and fostering the Vietnam-Slovakia friendship.
Today's "Vietnam Day" event is not only an occasion to introduce the beauty of Vietnamese culture to Slovakians and international friends but also an opportunity to send a meaningful message: Cultural diversity is a source of strength; successful integration accompanies the preservation of identity and is nurtured by understanding, respect, and sharing. The connection between different communities is the foundation for an open, tolerant, and sustainable society.
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| Vietnamese Ambassador to Slovakia Pham Truong Giang speaking at the event. (Source: Embassy of Vietnam in Slovakia) |
Nguyen Duy Vu, Chairman of the Vietnamese Association in Slovakia, expressed his delight that Vietnam Day 2026 received enthusiastic support from the people of Trnava and Slovak friends. According to him, the large presence of visitors is evidence of the interest in Vietnamese culture as well as the affection and respect that Slovak society has for the Vietnamese community – the 14th ethnic minority officially recognized by the Slovak State.
Nguyen Duy Vu highly appreciated the role of the Vietnamské Korene - Cội nguồn Việt group, consisting of young Vietnamese born and raised in Slovakia, who proactively initiated and organized this year's program. This is a vivid testament to the continuity between generations, reflecting a Vietnamese community that is increasingly dynamic and integrated but always oriented towards its roots.
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| Ambassador Pham Truong Giang, on behalf of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front, awarded a Certificate of Merit to the Executive Committee of the Vietnamese Association in Slovakia. (Source: Embassy of Vietnam in Slovakia) |
Within the program's framework, Ambassador Pham Truong Giang, on behalf of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front, awarded a Certificate of Merit to the Executive Committee of the Vietnamese Association in Slovakia to recognize the practical contributions of the Association in uniting and connecting the overseas Vietnamese community, contributing to building a growing, cohesive community oriented towards the homeland.
Vietnamese cultural space in Trnava
Vietnam Day 2026 brought to the public a distinctive Vietnamese cultural space with a variety of activities. Visitors had the opportunity to enjoy an art exhibition introducing the country and people of Vietnam; visit food stalls and booths showcasing specialty products, and experience interactive activities highlighting the unique values of Vietnamese culture honed over thousands of years of history.
The art program was meticulously invested with traditional dance performances, bamboo pole dances, lion dances, traditional musical instrument performances, Ao Dai shows, and many musical performances rich in national identity. The Vietnamese culinary space, featuring signature dishes prepared by reputable Vietnamese restaurants in Slovakia, also attracted a large number of visitors.
Additionally, many cultural experience activities, games for children, traditional crafts, and interactive areas created a lively, friendly atmosphere suitable for all ages.
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A large number of Slovakians and international friends expressed their appreciation for Vietnamese cultural values, spending considerable time learning about history, customs, traditional arts, and enjoying Vietnamese cuisine.
Many visitors highly appreciated the dynamism, integration spirit, and positive contributions of the Vietnamese community to Slovakia's cultural and social life, and expressed a desire for more similar exchange activities in the future.
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The success of Vietnam Day 2026 continues to affirm the increasingly important role of cultural diplomacy and people-to-people exchanges in enhancing understanding and strengthening the friendship between Vietnam and Slovakia.
The event also showcases the image of a united, responsible, and successfully integrated Vietnamese community that always preserves national identity and actively contributes to the development of the host society, thereby continuing to be a strong bridge between the two countries and peoples.
(Source: Embassy of Vietnam in Slovakia)
