Citing a recent article from Diario LaR, the Viet Nam News Agency (VNA) correspondent in South America highlighted that throughout its history, Viet Nam has undergone significant social and cultural transformations. These changes have been shaped by the current era of globalization, as well as influences from colonial times and wartime periods, contributing to the nation's cultural diversity.
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| "Vietnamese Tet – Tet Pho" showcases traditional Tet and Viet Nam's rich, hospitable culture (Photo: Thanh Tung/VNA) |
The Uruguayan newspaper praised Viet Nam's rapid economic growth in recent decades, which has significantly impacted the country's urbanization process. Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City have experienced rapid population growth due to migration from rural areas to urban centers in search of job and educational opportunities.
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| Screenshot of the article on Vietnamese culture from the Uruguayan newspaper Diario LaR. (Photo: Dieu Huong/VNA Correspondent in South America) |
According to Diario LaR, education plays a fundamental role in Viet Nam's social transformation. The Vietnamese government has invested in expanding public education and improving access to higher education, contributing to the development of a skilled workforce, social mobility, and women's empowerment. In recent decades, Vietnam has made remarkable progress in gender equality. Women have gained higher social status by actively participating in the labor force, as well as in political and cultural activities.
While many traditions and customs are preserved, Viet Nam keeps an open-mind towards various cultures, creating a unique cultural fusion. Globalization has significantly impacted Vietnamese culture, bringing advancements in technology, fashion trends, and new lifestyles. Vietnamese youth have embraced aspects of global culture while maintaining their traditional cultural roots.
The social development and cultural changes in Viet Nam reflect the resilience and creativity of its people throughout history, Diario LaR emphasized.
Source: Vietnamtimes
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