Friendly meeting on the occasion of the 106th anniversary of Romania's National Day

(CLO) On the morning of November 30, in Hanoi, the Vietnam - Romania Friendship Association held a friendship meeting to celebrate the 106th anniversary of Romania's National Day (December 1, 1918 - December 1, 2024) and towards the 75th anniversary of the establishment of Vietnam - Romania diplomatic relations (February 3, 1950 - February 3, 2024).

Speaking at the event, Journalist Ho Quang Loi, Chairman of the Vietnam - Romania Friendship Association, said: "Romania is one of the 10 countries that established diplomatic relations with the Democratic Republic of Vietnam. Continuing the fine tradition built and tested through historical periods, in recent years, the comprehensive friendship and cooperation between Vietnam and Romania has been expanded and deepened in the fields of politics, diplomacy, trade, agriculture, industry, labor, tourism, education and training...

meeting the 106th anniversary of the Romanian National Assembly, photo 1 — Journalist Ho Quang Loi, Chairman of the Vietnam - Romania Friendship Association, spoke at the meeting.

The two countries have conducted high-level visits, notably the recent official visit to Romania by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh from January 21 to 23, 2024. As an official member of the two delegations in my capacity as President of the Vietnam - Romania Friendship Association, I directly witnessed the outstanding success of the visit and the warm and respectful welcome that the Romanian leaders and people gave to Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and our delegation. The good results of the visit are bringing the relationship between the two countries to a new level of development."

Along with that, Vietnam and Romania will continue to closely coordinate, share experiences and support each other at multilateral forums and international organizations, contributing to ensuring peace, security, cooperation and development in the region and the world.

"Established 33 years ago, the Vietnam - Romania Friendship Association is an active member organization of the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations. The Vietnam - Romania Friendship Association has been gathering thousands of active members in associations nationwide. Up to now, the Vietnam - Romania Friendship Association has 1,115 members operating in 14 branches in provinces and cities nationwide, with the Ho Chi Minh City branch alone having 200 members," said the Chairman of the Vietnam - Romania Friendship Association.

Over the years, the activities of the Vietnam - Romania Friendship Association and especially its affiliated associations have become increasingly exciting and vibrant. Many branches have regularly organized diverse and specific activities, strengthening the connection and solidarity among members.

Journalist Ho Quang Loi also expressed his belief that the comprehensive friendship and cooperation between Vietnam and Romania will continue to develop, commensurate with the fine tradition of friendship, potential and strengths of the two countries.

meeting with friends to commemorate 106 years of Romania's national day, photo 2 — Romanian Ambassador to Vietnam Cristina Romila speaks.

At the event, Romanian Ambassador to Vietnam Cristina Romila said that Romania and Vietnam have a long-standing traditional friendship. This relationship has been continuously nurtured by generations of leaders and people of the two countries.

"I believe that the bilateral relations between our two countries are going through one of the most beautiful and dynamic periods in their more than 74-year history. The renewed interest in developing bilateral cooperation ensures a solid foundation of friendship between our peoples by taking advantage of the opportunities of the 21st century" - the Romanian Ambassador to Vietnam emphasized.

On this occasion, Ambassador Cristina Romila also thanked the Government , ministries, branches and people of Vietnam, including the Vietnam - Romania Friendship Association, for their attention, support and favorable conditions for her to successfully complete her duties during her term of office.

Some pictures at the meeting: