The event, within the framework of the National Tourism Year 2015 themed ‘Connecting World Heritage sites’, is expected to draw the participation of a number of puppet troupes from many countries from around the globe.

The festivalaims to promote cross-cultural exchange and introduce Vietnamese puppetry art to regional and world audiences. 

It is also a good chance for the capital city to elevate its image and cultural heritage as a positive contribution to developing inbound and outbound tourism.