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What does Korea think about Vietnam?
(Famous Vietnamese in Korea)
korean think about vietnam
The relationship between Korea and Vietnam is very intertwined in economic, cultural, and historical aspects. Here are some key points about what Korea thinks about Vietnam
Economic Cooperation:
Korea is one of Vietnam's major investment countries. Many Korean companies invest in Vietnam to set up factories and hire locals. Large companies such as Samsung and LG are representative.
Vietnam is also an important export market for Korean products, and trade relations between the two countries are very active.
Cultural Exchange:
The Korean Wave (the global recognition of Korean culture) is also gaining huge popularity in Vietnam. K-pop, K-dramas, and Korean food are gaining huge popularity among young Vietnamese people.
Also, interest in Vietnamese food and culture is increasing in Korea, and Vietnamese restaurants are increasing.
Interchange of people:
Many Vietnamese people come to Korea to study or move to get a job. Also, many Koreans work and live in Vietnam in Korea.
International marriages are also active, and there are many immigrants from Vietnam in Korea.
Historical background:
Although there is a historical background in which South Korean troops participated in the Vietnam War in the past, the two countries have recently formed a more future-oriented relationship beyond past conflicts.
Emotional relationship:
In general, Koreans have a positive perception of Vietnam. As the relationship between the two countries deepens economically and culturally, understanding and respect for each other are also growing.
Cooperation in Education and Research:
Korea and Vietnam are actively cooperating in the field of education, too. Many Korean universities have cooperative relationships with Vietnamese universities, and joint research and academic exchanges are taking place.
Many Vietnamese students enter Korean universities to achieve academic achievements, which promote strengthening educational ties between the two countries.
Tourism:
Vietnam is a popular destination for Koreans. Its beautiful natural scenery, affordable prices, and diverse food culture attract many Korean tourists.
On the other hand, Korea is also a popular destination for Vietnamese. Its culture, shopping, and winter sports are attractive to Vietnamese tourists.
Social Support:
The Korean government and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are working on various projects to support Vietnam's development. These include several fields, such as education, health, and agriculture.
In particular, we are working to improve the social infrastructure and welfare of Vietnam through the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA).
Sports:
Korea and Vietnam are actively interacting through sports as well. In particular, Korean coach Park Hang-seo is gaining huge popularity in Vietnam as he leads the Vietnamese national soccer team.
These sports exchanges contribute to further strengthening friendly relations between the two countries.
Korean-Vietnam family:
Formed through international marriages, the Korea-Vietnam family has become an important social member in Korea. They have contributed greatly to the exchange and understanding of the cultures of the two countries.
The Korean government and society operate various policies and programs to support these multicultural families.
Language and Culture Education:
Vietnamese language education is gradually expanding in Korea, and Korean language education is also being actively conducted in Vietnam. It helps people in both countries better understand and communicate with each other's cultures.
Institutions such as the Korean Cultural Center have been established in Vietnam to promote Korean culture, and similar institutions have been established in Korea to introduce Vietnamese culture.
As such, the relationship between Korea and Vietnam is developing in various aspects, and based on understanding and respect for each other, we continue to exchange and cooperate continuously.
famous vietnamese in korea
Let me introduce some of the famous Vietnamese people in Korea:
Park Hang-seo
Park Hang-seo is Korean, but he became very famous in Vietnam with great success as the coach of the Vietnamese national soccer team. He has led the Vietnamese national soccer team since 2017 and has achieved excellent results in several international competitions. Under his leadership, the Vietnamese team achieved amazing results, including the runner-up at the 2018 AFC U-23 Championship, the semifinals at the 2018 Asian Games, the 2018 AFF Suzuki Cup, and the quarterfinals at the 2019 AFC Asian Cup. Park Hang-seo has been called a "people's hero" in Vietnam and is greatly loved.
Nguyen Thuy Tuyen
Nguyen Tui Tuan is a YouTuber from Vietnam who is active in Korea. It is gaining popularity for its contents that introduce Korean life and culture, and it has many subscribers by producing various videos in Vietnamese and Korean. She has contributed to cultural exchanges between Korea and Vietnam.
Thu Thi Thien:
Tien is a Vietnamese model and influencer who is active in Korea. He is pursuing a career as a model by collaborating with various fashion brands and plays a role in linking fashion trends between Korea and Vietnam.
Nguyen Thanh Phong:
Nguyen Thanh Phong is a Vietnamese chef based in Korea. He is famous for his original dishes that combine Korean and Vietnamese cuisine, and he has been active in several cooking programs and events. He has contributed greatly to the convergence of the food cultures of the two countries.
In addition, many Vietnamese people are active in various fields in Korea, contributing to cultural and economic exchanges between the two countries.
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