The hosts started a 20-minute performance of 5,000 fireworks set to rock and pop music, including songs Bonjour Vietnam, Titanium and Top of the Rock, with a theme introducing Vietnam on the threshold of a 'New Era on the Rise'.

Meanwhile, defending champions JoHo Pyro Professional Fireworks AB of Finland marked their return to Da Nang with high-altitude fireworks set to rock performances of Diamond Eyes, Liar and Heroes Are Calling, lighting up the sky over the Han River with the beauty of their 'Nordic Lights' theme.

This year's festival also marks the first time augmented reality (AR) technology was used, displaying iconic cultural symbols of Da Nang in an expansive AR environment.

In his opening remarks, Le Trung Chinh, Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee, emphasised the significance of this year’s event.

“This year’s edition not just offers a sensory experience of light, art, and music, but also serves as a symphony in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the liberation of southern Vietnam and the reunification of the country,” he said.

He went on to say that it is an opportunity for Da Nang to reinforce its status as ‘Asia's Leading Festival and Event Destination,’ drawing international friends to a dynamic and creative city.

The festival is one of the largest and longest firework performance celebrations in the world, with six nights of spectacular displays from May 31 to July 12.

Team Vietnam 2 will meet Poland for the second night of the festival on June 7./.