(VOVworld) – 2014 “Ho Chi Minh-Integration and Development” festival opened on Friday with 17 countries participating.

The festival includes exhibitions on external relations, cultural activities, programs to feature Vietnam’s sea and islands and its people as well as cuisine from different countries. Hans, a South Korean businessman, took part in the event: "I really like the festival where many countries come together and share their cultural variety. We want to introduce to foreign friends South Korean specialties such as kimbap and kimchi".