(VOVworld) - A gala night promoting Vietnam’s traditional customs and culture took place at the Palast Festungsgraben Theatre in Berlin on Thursday, attracting many international friends and representatives of diplomatic delegations. Vietnam’s Chargé D'affaires Pham Viet Chien told participants that culture is a bridge that promotes exchange, integration, and mutual understanding between Vietnam and Germany. The art performances at the event contributed to popularizing Vietnamese culture around the world and are part of activities to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Vietnam-Germany diplomatic ties.