The Vietnamese traditional dress "Ao Dai" left a strong impression at the recent ASEAN Textile Exhibition held in Bandar Seri Begawan. The event, organised by ASEAN embassies in Brunei and Timor Leste in collaboration with the Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB) and the ASEAN Youth Network Brunei, saw the participation of Crown Prince of Brunei. At the exhibition, ASEAN countries showcased their traditional garments and textiles, drawing significant attention from local and international visitors. The Vietnamese Embassy's booth displayed "Ao Dai", the ancient five-flap robe, and modern variations. In addition, the Vietnamese booth also featured handicrafts such as bamboo and rattan products provided by Vietnamese businesses in Brunei. The ASEAN Textile Exhibition, held from August 22-24. Source: Vietnam News Agency
U.S. Embassy Honors Exchange Alumni at Vientiane Gala
October 13, 2026
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