Park commemorates APEC

November 09, 2017 - 17:20

APEC Park was opened on the west bank of the Hàn River in the central city of Đà Nẵng yesterday.

Opening: Chairman of the National APEC Committee, Phạm Bình Minh (third from right), at the opening of APEC Park in Đà Nẵng yesterday. VNA/VNS Photo
Viet Nam News

ĐÀ NẴNG — APEC Park was opened on the west bank of the Hàn River in the central city of Đà Nẵng yesterday.

Shipping: This sculpture of an old trading dhow was donated by Indonesia. VNA/VNS Photo

The park, which covers on 3,000sq.m, displays 18 sculptures from APEC economies that express the deep understanding and cultural exchanges among members.

A swirl: These rings of colour reflect the Korean national dress. VNA/VNS Photo

Chairman of the National APEC Committee, Phạm Bình Minh, and other deputies of  APEC economies attended the event.

Jungle-like: This Malaysian work reflects the jungle. VNA/VNS Photo

The park will host delegates, visitors and businesses attending the 2017 APEC Summit in Đà Nẵng until November 11.

Tree-like: A statue from Chinese Taipei. VNA/VNS Photo

The opening is a prelude to the APEC’s economic leaders meeting today and tomorrow and other inter-related forums.

Also there: A Russian sculpture in the park. VNA/VNS Photo

In  the future, the park will be a destination for visitors.

Mushroom-like: This piece from Việt Nam has visitors intrigued. VNA/VNS Photo

More than 10,000 delegates, CEOs, business people, journalists and visitors are taking part in the summit. — VNS

From Manila: A work from the Philippines. VNA/VNS Photo

 

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