Hanoi, Oct. 24 -- Hanoi will host the first Global Craft Village Preservation and Development Festival at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel from November 13-16, with around 200 international delegates from more than 50 countries and territories.

Under the theme "Converging craft village cultural identities - connecting global excellence", the festival will honour artisans, promote traditional crafts and foster international cooperation, trade and craft village tourism.

Covering around 10,000 sqm, the event will showcase Vietnamese and international handicrafts, live demonstrations, innovative designs, digital transformation, Net Zero initiatives, cuisine and cultural activities.

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