The event was attended by representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the MERCOSUR-ASEAN Chamber of Commerce (MACC), ambassadors of ASEAN countries, Japan, Uruguay and the Republic of Korea, the Argentine Council of International Relations (CARI) and the Argentina-Vietnam Culture Institute (ICAV).
Ambassador Duong Quoc Thanh of Vietnam to Argentina emphasized that 2023 is a significant year in the cooperation, solidarity, and friendship between Vietnam and Argentina, as the two countries celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations (October 25, 1973 – 2023) and 13 years of the Comprehensive Partnership. Numerous meaningful and diverse political activities have been organized, particularly the visit of National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue to Argentina in April.
According to the ambassador, cultural diplomacy acts as a bridge that brings people closer together, and Vietnamese cuisine, such as spring rolls, has been very popular among Argentinian friends for years. Additionally, economic diplomacy plays a crucial role in the relationship between the two countries, particularly since Vietnam and Argentina express their desire to commence negotiations on a free trade agreement (FTA) with the Southern Common Market (MERCOSUR).
Rodolfo Caffaro Kramer, the Global President of MACC, stated that he will lead a business delegation to Vietnam in October next year and is making efforts to promote FTA negotiations between MERCOSUR, of which Argentina is a founding member, and Vietnam.
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.
