(VOVworld) - Representatives of Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, Myanmar, India, and Sri Lanka participated in an art program in Hanoi on Tuesday to mark the traditional New Year festivals of these countries. The event was the result of a joint effort of the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations (VUFO), the Hanoi Buddhist Sangha, and the Embassies of the six countries. Speaking at the function, Dao Van Binh, Chairman of the Hanoi Union of Friendship Organizations (HUFO), extended New Year wishes to the participating guests and stressed that Hanoi wants to deepen solidarity and mutual understanding with people from across the globe, including those in Asia. During the exchange program, many traditional rituals and festivals were held, including the bathing of Buddha statue, Songkran water festival, and the Holi Festival of Colors.