Addressing the event, Chairman of the Association Pham Van Hung highlighted the significance of the event. He said, it contributed to strengthening solidarity within the Vietnamese community, and preserving and promoting the traditional culture of Vietnamese people in Laos. Vietnamese Ambassador to Laos Nguyen Minh Tam said, the Party and State of Vietnam have always regarded the overseas Vietnamese (OV) community as an integral component of the homeland. He appreciated the community for its solidarity and efforts to maintain strong ties to their homeland, saying that the community serves as a bridge promoting the solidarity and friendship between the two nations. In addition to making significant contributions to Laos’ socio-economic development, many OVs also play an active role in people-to-people diplomacy, contributing to preserving and promoting the values of Vietnamese culture and building Vietnam’s image in the Southeast Asian nation. In a warm and joyful atmosphere, participants shared with each other about their lives and works. This was also a chance for them to enjoy art performances, which praise the homeland and the special relationship between Vietnam and Laos./.