HCM City hosts ASEAN’s 50th anniversary celebrations
HCM City looks forward to closer ties between Vietnam, including the city, and ASEAN nations and its partners for the prosperity of the region and the world.
A ceremony takes place in HCM City on August 8 to celebrate the ASEAN's 50th anniversary (August 8, 1967) with senior officials of local governments and diplomats from ASEAN nations in attendance. (Photo: VNA)
HCM City (VNA) – HCM City looksforward to closer ties between Vietnam, including the city, and ASEAN nationsand its partners for the prosperity of the region and the world, said Chairmanof the municipal People’s Committee Nguyen Thanh Phong on August 8.
Phong made the remarks at a ceremony in HCMCity to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Association of SoutheastAsian Nations (August 8, 1967) with senior officials of local governments anddiplomats from ASEAN nations in attendance.
He said the last five decades have seen extraordinaryprogress for ASEAN, with the bloc growing stronger, developing in scale and workingto foster regional and cooperation and to strengthen solidarity, mutualunderstanding and trust between member states.
ASEAN is a key factor in promoting dialogueand collaboration for prosperity and security across the region and the globeby playing a central role at a number of regional forums like ASEAN 1, ASEAN 3and the ASEAN Regional Forum, he added.
Phong went on the say that HCM City hasestablished relations with six ASEAN cities and provinces and engaged inbilateral cooperation with other member states in multiple fields.
As of the end of July, there were 1,465investment projects, worth 15.45 billion USD, operated by ASEAN countries inthe city, mostly in processing, manufacturing and education and training, thechairman said.
On behalf of ASEAN consul-generals and honouraryconsuls in HCM City, Indonesia Consul-General Jean Anes hailed the city for hostingthe celebration, describing it as a demonstration of the common awareness of thesignificance of maintaining and fostering values of ASEAN.
The city’s Thong Nhat Conference Hall, People’sCommittee Head Office, Saigon Opera House, Central Post Office and Ho Chi MinhMuseum were lit up from 18:45 to 22:00 on the same day to celebrate theanniversary.-VNA
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Trial operations at the new public administrative service centres in Thanh Khe and Ngu Hanh Son wards show that the reception and processing of citizens' documents on the new wards’ data system have been smoothly handled by the staff, enabling quick settlement and facilitating easy access to public services for the people.
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The Nguyen Du Lao-Vietnamese bilingual school has positioned itself as a prestigious education establishment, nurturing generations of Vietnamese and Lao students while preserving Vietnamese culture and language as well as strengthening the special bonds between the two countries
For households of people with meritorious service and relatives of fallen soldiers, the province supported the construction and renovation of 2,374 houses, achieving 100% of the set target, 342 newly built and 2,032 renovated.
Held under the theme “Pride and Aspiration”, this year's “Glory to Vietnam” programme aimed to inspire the Vietnamese people's ambition to reach new heights during the era of integration and development.
According to the Central Committee of the Vietnam Red Cross Society (VRC), this year’s campaign provided long-term aid for 3,785 individuals and organisations. Support included houses, clean water systems, school meal facilities, books, and livelihood assistance, with a total value of more than 118 billion VND.
The programmes have brought about positive changes to rural infrastructure, comprehensively improved the material and spiritual lives of farmers, and contributed to Vietnam's economic restructuring, said PM Pham Minh Chinh.
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Vietnamese Consul General in Fukuoka Vu Chi Mai highlighted the growing demand for Vietnamese workers in Kyushu, especially in Fukuoka, Oita, and Saga prefectures. Currently, the region employs about 35,000 Vietnamese manual workers and over 5,000 IT engineers.
In Vietnam’s case, she said, President Ho Chi Minh demonstrated his strategic vision by founding the revolutionary press a century ago. The late leader understood the press's role not only as a means to reflect the country’s realities but also as a powerful tool to strengthen national unity and inspire the resistance wars and national construction process.
In recent interviews granted to the Vietnam News Agency (VNA)'s reporters in Mexico, prominent figures reflected on the press’s legacy and its global influence.
VietnamPlus e-newspaper of the VNA clinched an A prize in the “Outstanding Press Product” category for its immersive 3D multimedia project, “Epic of Reunification,” a groundbreaking blend of storytelling and technology. The VNA won another A prize for its eye-catching exhibition booth.
Today, the press for foreign service has evolved into a distinct, irreplaceable force, bridging Vietnam with the world and portraying a nation that is stable, peace-loving, and fully integrated into the international community.
At a review conference held on June 21, Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyen Van Sinh praised the province’s scientific, coordinated, and flexible approach. He noted that the early completion reflects the strong commitment of local authorities, the business community, philanthropists, and residents in improving housing conditions for disadvantaged groups.
The VNA delegation, led by General Director Vu Viet Trang, actively participated in the event, engaging in both professional and diplomatic activities.
A ceremony takes place in HCM City on August 8 to celebrate the ASEAN's 50th anniversary (August 8, 1967) with senior officials of local governments and diplomats from ASEAN nations in attendance. (Photo: VNA)
