Vietnamese women in Germany urged to champion cultural diplomacy

Vietnamese Ambassador to Germany Nguyen Dac Thanh has emphasized the importance of Vietnamese women in advancing diplomatic relations and cultural understanding between Vietnam and Germany. Speaking to the community, the ambassador highlighted their significant contributions to fostering closer ties between the two countries. The ambassador encouraged Vietnamese women, particularly those involved in diplomatic circles, to continue their engagement in people-to-people exchanges and cultural promotion activities. These efforts, he noted, play a vital role in enhancing Vietnam's image and helping German audiences better understand Vietnamese culture and society. The appeal reflects Vietnam's broader strategy to leverage cultural diplomacy and community networks in strengthening its international partnerships. Vietnam and Germany have been developing their strategic partnership across multiple sectors in recent years, with Ho Chi Minh City also seeking expanded cooperation with German counterparts on urban governance and anti-corruption initiatives. The Vietnamese community in Germany, particularly women engaged in diplomatic and cultural work, are positioned as key bridges in these bilateral efforts.

Photo: The Embassy of Vietnam in Berlin's Alt-Treptow district, March 2008. Achim Raschka via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0).