Vietnamese Ambassador to Laos Nguyễn Minh Tâm (fifth, right) presents certificates of merit to representatives of participating units in the second "Future Vietnamese Language Ambassador" contest. — VNA/VNS Photo Xuân Tú

VIENTIANE — The Vietnamese Embassy in Laos and the Vietnamese Language Board under the Vietnamese People Association in Vientiane on Wednesday jointly organised the second "Future Vietnamese Language Ambassadors" contest for Lao officials and members of the Vietnamese community studying the language.

The event brought together nine teams from Lao ministries, educational institutions and Vietnamese language centres, reflecting growing interest in learning Vietnamese among Lao officials and professionals involved in bilateral cooperation activities.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Vietnamese Ambassador to Laos Nguyễn Minh Tâm highlighted the important role of language in fostering mutual understanding and strengthening the special relationship between Việt Nam and Laos.

He noted that the increasing number of Lao learners choosing Vietnamese demonstrates not only practical needs but also their affection for Việt Nam and its culture.

The ambassador reaffirmed the embassy's commitment to supporting Vietnamese language teaching and learning through educational cooperation and cultural exchange programmes implemented in partnership with Lao authorities and the Vietnamese community in the country.

Contestants showcased their language proficiency and knowledge of Vietnamese culture, history and Việt Nam – Laos relations through a variety of activities, underscoring the expanding influence of the Vietnamese language in Laos.

Held in response to the 2026 Day for Honouring the Vietnamese Language among Overseas Vietnamese Communities, the competition contributed to promoting people-to-people exchanges and educational cooperation while further strengthening the longstanding friendship and special solidarity between Việt Nam and Laos. — VNA/VNS