The event saw the attendance of Vuong Dinh Hue, Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly, Sebastian Andujar, Speaker of the House of Representatives of Uruguay, and other Uruguayan legislators, officials, and friends.
In her remarks, Uruguayan Acting Minister of Education and Culture Anna Ribeiro stated that since the two countries established their bilateral diplomatic relations in 1993, Uruguay has gained valuable knowledge from Vietnam. Moreover, she expressed her admiration for the Southeast Asian nation’s unwavering determination and strength during their past struggle for national liberation and reunification.
The host official noted with pleasure Vietnam’s establishment of diplomatic relations with 33 Latin American countries and the signing of the minutes of the third meeting of the Vietnam- Uruguay Joint Committee for Economic, Trade and Investment Cooperation on the occasion of NA Chairman Hue’s ongoing visit.
She emphasized that, in addition to economic and trade cooperation, people-to-people exchanges have contributed to the strengthening of ties between the two countries.
Nguyen Van Hung, Vietnam’s Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, highlighted the importance of the art programme, saying that it is intended to showcase the country’s diverse culture and warm hospitality to Uruguayans and other international friends. He expressed his hope that they will gain a better understanding of Vietnam through it.
Painting contest held for buffaloes joining ploughing festival in Ha Nam
A buffalo painting contest for the Doi Son Tich Dien (ploughing) Festivalwas held on February 10, or the sixth day of the Lunar New Year in Doi Son commune, Duy Tien district, the northern province of Ha Nam.
Pho Hien folk cultural festival kicks off in Hung Yen
The Pho Hien Folk Cultural Festival opened in the northern province of Hung Yen on April 21.
Sam Son sea festival slated for April 21
The 2018 sea festival of Sam Son city of the north central coastal province of Thanh Hoa will take place on April 21, heard a press conference held in the city on April 12.
Ha Long Carnival opens in Quang Ninh
The Ha Long Carnival, a highlight of the Ha Long – Quang Ninh tourism week 2019, opened in Bai Chay and Hon Gai tourism area in the northern province of Quang Ninh on April 28.
Tam Chuc Pagoda – Ancient beauty amidst majestic scenery
Covering 5,100 ha, Tam Chuc complex is a perfect combination of ancient beauty and the mighty of the immense mountain.
