A Political Task and a Command from the Mind

The enduring appeal of vietnamese culture in Venezuela stems not only from natural affinity but also from a profound admiration for Vietnam’s struggle for liberation and its nation-building efforts. The figure of Ho Chi Minh remains a pivotal symbol in this cultural exchange.

Professor Jose Harvier Dias Macadan, head of the Venezuelan Military Institute of Military Engineering (UNEFA), emphasized the importance of studying Vietnam. During a visit to the Vietnamese Embassy in Venezuela, he described it as a political task and a command from the mind.

“Vietnam of the Ho Chi Minh Age”: A Popular Course

The course “Vietnam of the Ho Chi Minh Age” at UNEFA consistently draws significant interest from students. It delves into Vietnamese history, culture, the nation’s liberation struggles, and its remarkable post-war transformation into a prominent nation playing an increasingly vital role on the global stage. The curriculum also highlights Ho Chi Minh’s life, career, and exceptional qualities as a leader.

Professional classes for President Ho Chi Minh not only provide ancient information on President Ho Chi Minh’s life, career, Vietnam and the world’s revolutionary movement, as well as the personal quality of celebrities with excellent intelligence, humanity, morality, and lifestyle.

Professor Jose Harvier Dias Macadan, UNEFA

Bovenam: A Vietnamese Martial Art Finds a Home in Venezuela

Beyond academic studies, Vietnamese culture is also making inroads through martial arts. Professor Macadan, a martial arts expert with over three decades of experience, has dedicated himself to studying Bovenam, a unique Vietnamese martial art. He aims to introduce and teach Bovenam in Venezuela, fostering collaboration with the Vietnam Bovenam Federation (AVF). He expressed his gratitude to the Vietnamese embassy for their support.

Ambassador Vu Trung My expressed his delight at the growing international popularity of Bovenam. he noted that if Professor Macadan successfully establishes Bovenam instruction in Venezuela, it would mark the first official Bovenam school in Latin America.

Strengthening Bilateral Ties

Ambassador Vu Trung My affirmed his commitment to supporting UNEFA and Professor Macadan in their efforts to promote Vietnamese culture, thereby strengthening the bonds of understanding and friendship between the two nations. This cultural exchange contributes to the already robust relationship between Vietnam and Venezuela. In 2024, trade between the two countries saw a 15% increase, highlighting the growing economic cooperation alongside cultural exchange.