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Canadian PM extends new year wishes to Vietnamese community
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has hailed extraordinary contributions by the Vietnamese community in his country.
Trudeau said: “On Tet Nguyen Dan, or Tet, families and friends gather to share meals, exchange wishes for good health, happiness, and prosperity, and celebrate their rich traditions passed down through generations.
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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. |
Bright coloured flowers and fruits will adorn homes in communities across the country. As people look to the future with determination and hope for the year to come, they will find inspiration in the values of wisdom and strength the snake symbolises.
“Canada is home to over 275,000 Vietnamese Canadians who have made – and continue to make – extraordinary contributions to our country. On Tet, we are reminded of the important role of diversity in shaping a stronger and more vibrant world for everyone.
“On behalf of the Government of Canada, I extend my warmest wishes to everyone celebrating. May the Year of the Snake bring peace, success, and joy to all.
Dr. Nguyen Dai Trang, co-chair of the Canada-Vietnam Association, read Trudeau’s greeting letter to Vietnamese community in Canada at a new year celebration held by the association, the Vietnamese-Canadian Business Association (VCBA) in the Eastern region, and the Vietnamese Embassy in Canada on February 1 or the fourth day of the lunar new year.
At the event, a representative from the embassy highlighted Vietnam’s socio-economic development achievements in 2024 and extended greetings to Vietnamese people in Canada.
Overseas Vietnamese attending the celebration enjoyed a musical show performed by members of Vietnamese cultural preservation associations from different regions of Canada.
Tet is a time when the Vietnamese community of 200-300 people living, working, and studying in South Africa come together for celebration of the Lunar New Year.
The traditional Tet feast of Hanoi exemplifies culinary artistry and cultural heritage, reflecting the devotion of descendants offering their best to ancestors during the Lunar New Year.
The northern province of Ninh Binh is offering a variety of products and experiences to enhance visitors' enjoyment during the 2025 Lunar New Year (Tet) holidays, with numerous events and promotional activities to attract tourists.
The Vietnamese communities in the US and Canada celebrated Tet (Lunar New Year) with vibrant cultural events that highlighted national pride and cross-cultural understanding.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh visited and extended Lunar New Year (Tet) greetings to units under the Ministry of Public Security (MPS) and the Ministry of National Defence (MoD) on January 27 (the 28th day of the last lunar month), which are on duty during the Tet festival.
The Saitama Vietnamese Tet Festival 2025 takes place at Kanezuka Park - Omiya, Saitama Prefecture, from January 25 to 26.
As the Lunar New Year 2025 (Tet) approaches, vibrant cultural, artistic, and recreational activities are taking place nationwide, showcasing traditional customs and creating festive vibes for locals and tourists alike.
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