Bangkok, Feb. 12 -- The Vietnamese community in Sakaeo province, Thailand has maintained traditional practices, from wearing Ao dai (traditional long dress) during major celebrations to preserving authentic cooking methods, heard a recent meeting between Vietnamese Ambassador Pham Viet Hung and the overseas Vietnamese (OV) as part of the diplomat's visit to the locality.

According to chairman of the Vietnamese people association in Sakaeo Nguyen Van Tri, the Vietnamese community in Aran district has emerged as a testament to successful cultural preservation and social integration, with the mayor and two deputy mayors of Vietnamese descent.

The Aran town council has approved the construction of a Thailand - Vietnam cultural gateway with ...