French and Belgian Ambassadors to Ankara dance to 'Erik Dalı' together

The July 14 reception held in Ankara as part of the French National Day featured colorful moments that stepped outside of diplomatic protocol. French Ambassador to Ankara Isabelle Dumont and Belgian Ambassador to Ankara Hendrik Van de Velde performed the "Erik Dalı" duel that had previously gone viral on social media at the event.

SOCIAL MEDIA CHALLENGE MOVES TO THE RECEPTION

Coming together at the reception held for the French National Day, the two ambassadors carried out the challenge that had previously been a topic of discussion on social media. The "Erik Dalı" performance by Dumont and Van de Velde drew interest from the guests.

French and Belgian Ambassadors to Ankara dance to 'Erik Dalı' together. pic.twitter.com/IkA7lx2Fzd

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WHAT HAPPENED?

Belgian Ambassador to Ankara Hendrik Van de Velde had caused a stir on social media after dancing to "Erik Dalı" at a reception he attended in May. Following the interest in the footage, French Ambassador to Ankara Isabelle Dumont pointed to the July 14 reception, invited Van de Velde to the dance floor, and proposed they dance together. This challenge was realized at the French National Day reception.

News Source: 12punto