Maryland: Nearly 150 staff members and families from Vietnam's representative offices in the US gathered in Maryland on June 6 for the 2026 Vietnamese Village Family Day, held ahead of Vietnam Family Day on June 28. Speaking at the event, Vietnamese Ambassador to the US Nguyen Quoc Dung highlighted the family's role in preserving Vietnam's cultural traditions and strengthening solidarity among overseas Vietnamese. He expressed hope that the Vietnamese community in Washington D.C. would continue to stay closer and support one another.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the event served as a platform for the Vietnamese community in the US to connect and share their cultural heritage. Ambassador Dung emphasized the importance of family in maintaining cultural identity and fostering unity among the Vietnamese diaspora. The gathering included various activities aimed at celebrating Vietnamese traditions and promoting a sense of community among participants.

The 2026 Vietnamese Village Family Day was not only a celebration but also a reminder of the importance of community support and cultural preservation. The event underscored the role of the Vietnamese diaspora in promoting Vietnam's cultural values abroad and strengthening ties between Vietnam and the US.