Da Nang, June 1 -- The Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) 2025 kicked off on May 31 with dazzling performances by the host team Da Nang and reigning champion Finland.

The hosts started a 20-minute performance of 5,000 fireworks set to rock and pop music, including songs Bonjour Vietnam, Titanium and Top of the Rock, with a theme introducing Vietnam on the threshold of a 'New Era on the Rise'.

Meanwhile, defending champions JoHo Pyro Professional Fireworks AB of Finland marked their return to Da Nang with high-altitude fireworks set to rock performances of Diamond Eyes, Liar and Heroes Are Calling, lighting up the sky over the Han River with the beauty of their 'Nordic Lights' theme.

This year's festival also marks the firs...