Recently, a youth media exchange event and exhibitions showcasing Guangdong products and visual art were held at the China Cultural Center in Hanoi. The event brought together young journalists, youth representatives, and distinguished guests from China and Vietnam to discuss how young people can carry forward the friendship between the two countries.
The event also featured a photo exhibition showcasing scenes of Guangxi and Guangdong, as well as the "Guangdong Goods Go Global" themed exhibition, which drew enthusiastic responses from Vietnamese visitors.
Speaking at the event, Vu Minh Anh, a Vietnamese choreographer, said she was honored to represent Vietnam and saw the gathering as a valuable opportunity for cultural exchange.
"Every time I have an opportunity like this, I can introduce Vietnamese culture and gain a deeper understanding of Chinese culture," she said. "This time, I heard many stories, not only from our side but also from China. I think that's really great. We're getting closer and closer."
The "Guangdong Goods Go Global" exhibition introduced Vietnamese audiences to a range of quality products from Guangdong, with several items drawing particular attention.
Nguyễn Huy Định, a Vietnamese visitor, tried one of the products on display and described it as easy to use. "It's the first time I've seen a product like this," he said. He added that many Chinese products appear quite modern from Vietnam's perspective, and that customers worldwide recognize Guangdong's rapid development and excellent high-tech offerings.
Another highlight was a pair of smart translation glasses, which left a strong impression on Nguyễn Cẩm Lai, a representative of VTC News.
"As someone who barely understands Chinese, when I put on the glasses and interacted with Chinese friends, I found that sentences could be translated into Vietnamese, and the translation was very good," she said.
Lai noted that the tool could help users communicate in many foreign languages, especially media professionals, and described it as one of the most interesting technologies at the event.
The cultural and visual exhibitions also sparked curiosity among young Vietnamese attendees. Lê Phương Linh, a student at the University of Languages and International Studies under Vietnam National University, Hanoi, was fascinated by images of Yingge dance, a traditional folk performance from Guangdong's Chaoshan region.
She observed that it shares similarities with Vietnamese Tuong opera, particularly in the painting of faces. "I'm very curious, and I really want to watch Chaoshan's Yingge dance and compare it with Vietnamese Tuong opera," she said. "I really want to go to Guangdong to visit and experience it, and learn more about the culture of Guangdong and China."
Huyền Trang, a student at Hanoi's Foreign Trade University, was drawn to plush toy mascots for China's 15th National Games, which she found adorable and said are popular among students.
Having visited Guangdong before, she described the province as highly developed and its people as warm and helpful. "If there is an opportunity, I want to go to Guangdong again," she said. Trang also shared her plans to pursue a master's degree in China and her hope to bring Vietnamese culture to China while learning more about Chinese culture.
"I really enjoy watching Chinese TV dramas and am very curious about Chinese culture," she added. "I hope there will be more activities like this in the future, so that young Vietnamese people can learn more about Chinese culture, and the two countries can enhance exchanges and develop together."
Reporter | Guo Chuhua
Photos | Guo Chuhua
Video | Qin Shaolong
