On the morning of February 15, at the Vietnam National Village of Ethnic Culture and Tourism (Dong Mo, Son Tay, Hanoi), the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism organized the “Spring Colors Across the Motherland” Festival – Spring Ất Tỵ 2025. This event showcased the unique cultural traditions and customs of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups from across the country.
On behalf of the Party and State leadership, President Luong Cuong attended the cultural activities and extended Lunar New Year greetings to the ethnic communities of Vietnam.
The annual “Spring Colors Across the Motherland” festival honors the traditional cultural values of Vietnam’s ethnic groups, strengthening national unity among the 54 ethnic communities. It also provides visitors with an authentic Vietnamese Lunar New Year atmosphere during the early days of spring at the Vietnam National Village of Ethnic Culture and Tourism.
This year’s festival saw the participation of over 200 representatives, including village elders, community leaders, intellectuals, and artisans from 28 ethnic communities across 14 provinces. These included smaller ethnic groups such as the Si La, Khang, Ha Nhi, and Cong (Lai Chau); Lo Lo, Bo Y, Pa Then, and La Chi (Ha Giang).
Additionally, ethnic groups residing at the village, such as the Dao, Tay, Nung, Muong, Thai, Lao, Kho Mu, Hmong, Ba Na, Gia Rai, Xo Dang, E De, Khmer, Raglai, Ta Oi, and Co Tu, were also present.
In his speech at the festival, President Luong Cuong emphasized that Vietnam is a multi-ethnic nation where each group contributes distinct and diverse cultural values, forming a rich tapestry of unified diversity reflecting the creativity and resilience of the Vietnamese people throughout history.
The President highlighted that one of the most important values of the traditional culture shared by the 54 ethnic groups is the spirit of solidarity and mutual support, which has served as an internal strength and foundation enabling the Vietnamese people to overcome challenges throughout their history of nation-building, defending the homeland, and fighting for liberation in the past, as well as in today’s efforts toward national development and security.
Stressing that the “Spring Colors Across the Motherland” festival is not only a Lunar New Year celebration but also a culturally and politically significant event, President Luong Cuong noted it serves as an opportunity for all Vietnamese citizens to revisit and deepen their appreciation for ethnic cultural heritage. This strengthens unity and fosters understanding and collaboration in the nation’s development.
The President underscored that fostering national unity is a strategic and consistent mission of the Party and State, crucial for rapid and sustainable development in the new era—an era of growth, prosperity, and strength for the nation.
He emphasized that the traditional cultures of the 54 ethnic groups are invaluable assets and resources for building a strong Vietnam. Thanks to this cultural diversity and the spirit of solidarity, Vietnam has overcome and will continue to overcome all challenges to achieve great success in its development and defense efforts.
The President urged central and local authorities, organizations, and unions to further research, issue, and implement policies ensuring the rights and improving the material and spiritual lives of ethnic minorities. Effective measures should be taken to preserve and promote traditional cultural values while respecting the unique cultural beauty of each ethnic group.
Special attention should be given to honoring the contributions of artisans, village elders, and influential community figures.
The President called on local governments to focus on implementing national target programs aimed at socio-economic development, particularly rural infrastructure, and improving living standards. Practical solutions should be adopted to increase income and enhance the material and spiritual lives of ethnic communities.
Simultaneously, localities must prioritize education, culture, healthcare, social welfare, and youth employment training, actively contributing to policy improvements for ethnic minorities to ensure they can participate more effectively in the nation’s overall development.
On this occasion, President Luong Cuong presented gifts to representatives of ethnic groups participating in the “Spring Colors Across the Motherland” festival.
Later, the President attended the tower-opening ceremony and incense offering at the Cham pagoda of Ninh Thuan province (also known as the Peh Bi mbeng yang ritual).
During his visit to the Muong ethnic village, President Luong Cuong participated in the Muong people’s Khai Ha festival. This traditional festival is closely tied to wet-rice agriculture and carries many marks of ancient Vietnamese civilization. It is an essential cultural and spiritual activity for the Muong people in Hoa Binh during every Lunar New Year.
Subsequently, the President beat the drum to commence the Khai Ha ceremony and performed the first plowing ritual in the “Going Down to the Field” festival, marking the start of a new farming season and praying for favorable weather and bountiful harvests.
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