(HBO) – The Hoa Binh Department of Information and Communications, Department of Education and Training, and the People’s Committee of Tan Lac district jointly organized an exhibition showcasing documents on historical and legal evidence affirming Vietnam’s sovereignty over Hoang Sa (Paracel) and Truong Sa (Spratly) Archipelagos at Tan Lac High School on April 8.
The exhibition introduced 171 maps and precious historical
documents on national sovereignty over Hoang Sa and Truong Sa, along with a 3D
digital exhibition.
Alongside, the organising board also held thematic seminars
on national sovereignty over seas and islands with the participation of
soldiers who have directly engaged in the safeguard of the national sovereignty
over seas and islands.
Visitors,
including many local students, at the exhibition.
The event was a chance for officials, Party members, public
servants, members of the Ho Chi Minh Youth Union, students and locals in the
district to get a better understanding of the current situation in the East
Sea, urging them to take specific and practical activities to promote the tradition
of patriotism and solidarity, as well as awareness of and responsibility in national
construction and defence.
The exhibition will open to the public until April 13.
The 10th art festival for the armed forces, youths and students of Hoa Binh province celebrating the 80th founding anniversary of the Vietnam People’s Army and 35th anniversary of the All People’s Defence Day wrapped up on April 25.
Xoe dance, an unique art form of the Thai ethnic minority group in Mai Chau district of Hoa Binh province has existed for a long time and passed down through generations. Xoe dance is not only a popular dance in the Thai community but also a unique cultural feature, an indispensable part in the Thai ethnic minority people's cultural and spiritual life.
The Bac Son pre-school in Hung Son commune, Kim Boi district is effectively implementing a model of preserving and promoting cultural identity of the Muong ethnic group.
Through ups and downs, many unique cultural features of the Muong ethnic minority group are facing risks of falling into oblivion. However, with a strong determination, Lac Son district of Hoa Binh province has deployed synchronous solutions to preserve and promote the locality's cultural heritage values.
If Tan Lac is considered the core of the cradle of Muong culture in Hoa Binh, Phong Phu commune is the cultural centre of Muong culture in Tan Lac district. Luy Ai hamlet in Phong Phu commune is where customs and traditions of Muong Bi are preserved. Luy Ai hamlet was chosen to build a space to preserve Muong ethnic culture. The district is seeking support from the province and coordinating with relevant agencies to devise a plan on preservation of Muong cultural spaces associated with developing tourism products and improving the lives of local residents.
Nguyen Manh Tuan, a Muong ethnic man in Ba Hang Doi town, Lac Thuy district, is known as a young, dedicated, and outstanding artisan who has made significant contributions in collecting, restoring, and preserving national cultural values.