VN House at Expo 2017 Astana

June 12, 2017 - 18:00

A Việt Nam Exhibition pavillion combining tradition and modernity has received hundreds of visitors in recent days at Expo 2017 Astana in the capital of Kazakhstan.

It’s a hit: On the first day of the event, 900 guests visited the Vietnamese pavilion.
Viet Nam News

HÀ NỘI — A Việt Nam Exhibition pavillion combining tradition and modernity has received hundreds of visitors in recent days at Expo 2017 Astana in the capital of Kazakhstan.

Expo 2017 Astana, themed Future Power, brings together exhibits from 115 countries and territories between June 10 and September 10. The 25ha grounds enable countries to introduce their beauty, potential and innitiatives in using power sources for sustainbale development.

Việt Nam’s exhibition was set up by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism on a total area of more than 400sq.m. Various photos and videos tell the story of a country with beautiful landscapes and rich cultures, and the richness of the Mekong Delta region. They also introduce the various problems caused by climate change in the country and call for international co-operation for a better future. The displays also include solutions for future power sources, like wind and solar power.

The country’s tourism potential is highlighted with handicrafts offered at the site.

Nguyễn Trùng Khánh, head of the ministry’s International Co-operation Department, said the pavillion will host traditional performances every day, together with shows by artists from the Việt Nam Music Academy and Việt Nam Puppetry Theatre. — VNS

 

 

 

Tourism highlights: The pavilion will host performances by Vietnamese artists every day for three months.
Tradition and modernity: Visitors at Việt Nam Exhibition House at Expo 2017 Astana. Courtesy photos of culture ministry

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