The programme, titled "The Epic of Vietnam – Russia Friendship", was introduced by Vietnam’s Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in coordination with Russia’s Ministry of Culture, with support from the Vietnamese Embassy in Russia and the Russian State Concert Company “Rosconcert”.

The event featured more than 10 artistic pieces blending music, poetry in both Vietnamese and Russian, ao dai (Vietnam's traditional long dress) show, and various dance performances. Highlights included traditional Vietnamese art forms such as xam (blind wanderers’ music), cheo co (traditional opera), and hau dong (trance ritual).

Renowned Vietnamese artists taking part included People’s Artists Le Ngoc and Trinh Thuy Mui, Meritorious Artists Nguyen Thi Hai Yen and Hoang Tung, alongside other performers from the Le Ngoc Theatre.

The event attracted a large and enthusiastic audience, including members of the Vietnamese community in Russia and local Russian friends.

Artist Anh Dao, a performer in the show, expressed appreciation for the warm reception from the Russian audience and hoped for more cultural tours and meaningful performances to deepen bilateral ties.

Sputnik journalist Ekaterina Makarova welcomed the cultural exchange, highlighting the emotional impact of Vietnamese artists singing Russian songs. Makarova noted that following Party General Secretary To Lam’s recent visit to Russia, cultural activities between the two countries are expected to expand further.

Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia Dang Minh Khoi described the programme as a significant cultural diplomacy event, helping to promote Vietnam’s image, traditions, and culture to Russian and international friends.

He noted that more cultural exchanges are planned, including the first Vietnamese Culture Festival to be held at Manezhnaya Square in downtown Moscow, co-organised by the Moscow government and the Vietnamese Embassy./.