(VOVworld) - A Vietnamese Cultural Space exhibition opened in the northern Italian city of Turin on Friday as a curtain raiser for the “Vietnam Days” program in Turin until September 20.

The space showcases images of Hanoi and Hoi An, historical photographs, book stalls, and a collection of the famous Vietnamese long dress Ao Dai. The same day, a seminar introducing Vietnamese investment opportunities was held, drawing the participation of 70 local businesses. The Vietnamese and Italian Governments are working together on 2013’s “Vietnam Year in Italy” and “Italy Year in Vietnam”, commemorating 40 years since their establishment of diplomatic ties.