UK Festival in Hanoi to Commemorate Growing Relationship with Vietnam
The UK Festival in Vietnam began today afternoon (September 9th) at the Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square, located in Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem District. The British Military Band on the streets of Hanoi. Photo: UK Embassy in Vietnam The event marks the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam-UK diplomatic relations and the 30th anniversary of the British Council in Vietnam. This highlights the long-term and friendly relationship between the two nations. Taking place over the weekend, the event celebrates the diverse cooperation between Vietnam and the UK. It showcases British culture, cuisine, craft products, and healthcare and education services to visitors. The festival also features impressive performances from students of British schools in Hanoi, the UK military musical band, the renowned 911 band, and Vietnamese singers My Anh and Orange. In an open space, UK Ambassador to Vietnam Iain Frew and food blogger Phan Anh collaborated in making scones, a traditional British baked food. ...