Cuba – a leading important, trusted partner of Vietnam: Vice President
Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan stressed that the Vietnamese people always treasure the sincere solidarity and invaluable support that the Cuban Party, State, and people have provided for Vietnam throughout nearly seven decades.
Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan receives Politburo member and Vice President of Cuba Salvador Valdes Mesa on April 28. (Photo: VNA)
HCM City (VNA) – Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan has underscored the enduring relations between Vietnam and Cuba, affirming that Vietnam always considers the Caribbean country a top important and trusted partner regardless of circumstances.
At a reception in Ho Chi Minh City on April 28 for Politburo member and Vice President of Cuba Salvador Valdes Mesa, who is on a Vietnam visit to attend the commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification (April 30, 1975–2025), Vice President Xuan stressed that the Vietnamese people always treasure the sincere solidarity and invaluable support that the Cuban Party, State, and people have provided for Vietnam throughout nearly seven decades.
She noted that despite geographical distance, both countries share noble ideals and a relationship foundation which was established by President Ho Chi Minh and Cuban leader Fidel Castro, and have been nurtured by generations of leaders and citizens from both nations.
The Cuban Vice President expressed his delight at returning to Vietnam and directly participating in this meaningful celebration.
He conveyed his admiration for the country’s achievements since the national reunification, expressing his confidence that Vietnam will continue to achieve even greater results in national construction and development, remaining a shining example of economic development coupled with social security assurance for developing nations worldwide.
He took the occasion to thank the Vietnamese Party, State and people’s support during Cuba's current difficulties, particularly in such strategic priority areas as food security and energy.
The two sides exchanged information about their respective countries' situations and confirmed mutual support at international multilateral forums. They also discussed measures for promoting bilateral relations during the Vietnam – Cuba Friendship Year 2025, implementing the outcomes of Party General Secretary To Lam's visit to Cuba in September 2024.
Besides, they laid stress on the determination to work together to improve people's living standards.
Earlier the same day, the Cuban delegation laid𓆉 flowers at the Ho Chi Minh Monument in the city named after the Vietnamese revolutionary leader./.
On May 1, 1975 — International Workers’ Day — Cuba declared it Vietnam’s Day, hosting celebrations in honour of the April 30 victory. The highlight was a diplomatic reception where more than 3,000 guests gathered at the Vietnamese Embassy
The April 30, 1975 triumph also had a significant impact on the international history as it completely dismantled the geopolitical framework of the US imperialism in the world. It became a great impetus for revolutionary forces globally, contributing to the advancement of humanity’s struggle for peace, national independence, democracy, and social progress.
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The Party chief underscored the need for the press to innovate relentlessly, evolve to keep pace with the country's development, transform into a truly professional, humanistic, and modern sector that serves the cause of the Party, the State, and the people on the path to national construction and development.
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Nghia affirmed that this is a milestone of special significance, affirming and honouring the the Vietnamese revolutionary press’s glorious tradition of 100 years of serving the revolutionary cause of the Party, serving the Fatherland, and serving the people.
The Party and State of Vietnam always attach great importance to and give top priority to the development of Vietnam–China relations. Vietnam is ready to work with the Chinese Party and State to further deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership and promote the building of the Vietnam-China community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
Under the leadership of President Ho Chi Minh and the CPV, President Cuong said, the press has been a steadfast force on the ideological and cultural front, rallying the masses to pursue national aspirations.
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed the need to accelerate the application of artificial intelligence and smart teaching equipment, innovate teaching and assessment methods, and further improve the quality of formal education.
He also pledged that the NA will promote its ongoing supervision, making sure that every promise must lead to results, and every commitment must bring about real changes.
Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien welcomed the proposals put forward by the US side and reiterated Vietnam’s request for consideration of key areas of interest, including reciprocal tariff policies and access for Vietnamese key export products to the US market.
Deputy PM Le Thanh Long proposed countries promote shared values, including building trust, sincerity, and solidarity among nations and peoples; fostering cooperation spirit and responsible behaviour as well as upholding international law and the UN Charter; and placing people at the centre and as the goal, the key player, and the driving force of all policies.
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The launch of Thanh Nien (Young People) newspaper in 1925, even before the founding of the Communist Party of Vietnam, is considered a testament to President Ho Chi Minh’s strategic foresight and strong belief in the guiding power of the revolutionary media.
