Finance ministers of 21 APEC member economies visited the ancient city of Hoi An on the afternoon of October 20 and enjoyed fascinating cultural activities there.


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Vietnam Finance Minister Dinh Tien Dung and other APEC finance ministers visited the ancient city of Hoi An.

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30 cyclos are ready to guide the ministers around the picturesque ancient city.

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Finance ministers looking relaxed during a photo opportunity before commencing their tour.

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Those not fluent in Vietnamese wore ear-pieces for interpreters and translators.

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A driver and passenger alike enjoy journeying through the ancient streets.

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The important visitors are welcomed warmly by the smiling people of Hoi An.

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Seeing so many dignitaries in suits being driven around the city certainly makes an interesting sight.

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Ministers photographing the beautiful city on their whistle-stop tour.

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Ministers visit the Phuc Kien (Fukian) Assembly Hall, a great example of the Chinese architecture on display in Hoi An, the hall was constructed in around 1690.

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Visitors exploring the Hoi An streets by foot.

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The esteemed guests got to listen to Bai Choi singing, an example of folk art and folk games featured in the Central of Vietnam.

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A traditional central Vietnamese musical performers complete with dancers.


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