The annual celebration was observed in June 2012 by the United Nations General Assembly, who stated that the pursuit of happiness is a fundamental human goal.
Vietnam’s Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism is working with other ministries to gear up for a related week-long event, themed ‘Love and Sharing’, slated for March 8-21.
Covering a number of workshops, forums, contests, training courses and sport and culture activities – all pertaining to contentment in work, family, and community life – the event aims to raise public awareness of Happiness Day and encourage more action to be taken to build a happy society.
This is also a chance to popularize the country’s policies and laws on social welfare and the construction of happy and progressive families, as well as honour the good examples set by worthy people nationwide.
