Held on September 13-14, ManiFiesta – the annual festival of solidarity organized by the Workers' Party of Belgium – drew tens of thousands of participants from across Belgium and neighboring countries. Alongside music, debates and cultural exchanges, Vietnam made a strong impression with a booth rich in national identity.

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People visit Vietnam's booth at the ManiFiest 2025 in Ostend.

Visitors crowded into the Vietnamese space to sip hot tea, taste aromatic coffee and browse publications such as Le Courrier du Vietnam and Vietnam Pictorial, produced by the Vietnam News Agency. Souvenirs such as badges featuring President Ho Chi Minh and red T-shirts with the national flag drew curiosity and affection, offering participants a tangible memory of Vietnam.

A highlight was a digital exhibition on President Ho Chi Minh, jointly organized by the Vietnamese Embassy in Belgium and the President Ho Chi Minh Relic Site in Hanoi. With a simple QR code scan, visitors explored the life and career of the Vietnamese  leader.

Beyond the national booths, ManiFiesta 2025 featured international concerts, debates with global figures, film screenings and youth spaces, weaving together a dynamic picture of solidarity and cultural diversity.

By showcasing its culture and history, Vietnam not only promoted its image but also reaffirmed its commitment to friendship and cooperation with Belgium and international friends.

Source: VNA