Hanoi Union of Friendship Organizations in collaboration with the Vietnam-Cuba Friendship Association of Hanoi on December 16 held the 11th Latin Music Night.

A performance at the musical event. Photos: The Hanoi Times

The event brought together high-ranking officials from the Central Government and Hanoi, members of Vietnam’s friendship associations with some Latin American countries, Vietnamese with experience in studying and working in Latin America, members of the diplomatic corps, and expatriates in Hanoi.

Nguyen Ngoc Ky, Chairman of the Hanoi Union of Friendship Organizations, opened the music night by emphasizing the importance of culture and arts in fostering friendship and serving as a catalyst to bring people together.

The primary objective of the music night was to showcase and promote the culture of several countries in the Latin American region, contributing to the strengthening of solidarity, friendship, and mutual understanding between the Vietnamese people and those from Latin American countries, Ky said.

"Latin American countries are globally renowned for their vibrant and captivating dances which will strengthen our ties, he said, as will the distinctive cultural aspects of Latin American cuisine and drinks," he added.

Latin American countries are globally renowned for their vibrant and captivating dances.

Amidst the warm ambiance of the program, Chilean Ambassador to Vietnam Sergio Hernan Narea Guzman noted that Latin American music goes beyond the well-known bachata and tango dances to include lively rock music.

“Music transcends national boundaries and belongs to the hearts of those who have enjoyed, currently enjoy, and will immerse themselves in these melodies,” said Guzman.

The Music Night featured a variety of vibrant and captivating songs and dances with a Latin-American flair. Notable performances included "La Bilirrubina" by the Dominican Embassy, "Guantanamera" by the Vietnam-Cuba Branch of the Spanish Department at Hanoi University, and the "Suave-Alvaro Estrella" dance by the Vietnam-Cuba Friendship Association and the Vietnam-Cuba Primary School.

Having been organized 11 times, the "Latin American Music Night" has garnered substantial participation from the Latin American community, as well as a significant number of Vietnamese and international enthusiasts who appreciate Latin American music and culture.

Through its appealing musical language, the program showcased the unique cultural characteristics of countries in the Latin American region, contributing to the reinforcement of solidarity, friendship, and the promotion of foreign affairs activities of the capital city of Hanoi with its international friends.