Hanoi: Vietnamese women lit up Ixelles, Brussels on October 19, donning colourful ‘ao dai’ (traditional long dress) to celebrate Vietnam Women’s Day (October 20), a national tribute to their beauty, resilience, and spirit. The event, co-hosted by the Vietnamese Women’s Association under the General Union of Vietnamese in Belgium (UGVB) and the Vietnamese Ao Dai Heritage Club, also marked the 95th anniversary of the Vietnam Women’s Union.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the celebration featured a vibrant display of Vietnamese culture, with attendees showcasing the elegance of the ao dai in a variety of colors and designs. The gathering was not only a celebration of cultural heritage but also an opportunity for the Vietnamese community in Belgium to strengthen their bonds and promote their traditions abroad.

The event offered traditional Vietnamese cuisine, including the famous pho, providing a taste of Vietnam to those in attendance. It served as a reminder of the rich cultural legacy and the enduring spir
it of Vietnamese women, both in their homeland and overseas.