Hanoi, Oct. 5 -- The second Cultures of the World Festival 2026 concluded at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel in Hanoi on October 4 after four days of vibrant cultural activities that left lasting impressions on local residents and domestic and international visitors. The closing ceremony saw the attendance of Member of the Party Central Committee and Vice President of the National Assembly Nguyen Thi Thanh; Member of the Party Central Committee and Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Lam Thi Phuong Thanh; ambassadors and heads of diplomatic missions, among others. Under the theme "Heritage Convergence - Shaping the Future," this year's festival brought together participants from 50 countries, featuring 45 cultural spaces, 19 internati...