(VOVworld) - The Malaysia, Indonesia, and Vietnam Culture Week opened on Thursday at the Museum of the Cultures of Vietnam’s Ethnic Groups in Thai Nguyen province, involving more than 100 artists from the three countries.

A performance featuring traditional clothing of Indonesia, Malaysia, and Vietnam at the opening ceremony. (Photo: VNA)

The event, sponsored by Vietnam’s Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, is part of cultural exchange activities within ASEAN.

The culture week will cover 18 activities, promoting fine arts, handicrafts, vegetarian cuisine, and folk performances are, to help visitors discover the diverse cultures of ASEAN countries.

The activities will run through Sunday.