During an official visit to China, Vietnamese National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man engaged in discussions with a Chinese delegation led by Yang Wanming, president of the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, in Beijing on October 12. The meeting focused on enhancing people-to-people exchanges to strengthen bilateral ties between Vietnam and China.
Tran Thanh Man underscored the significance of such exchanges in fostering deeper and more sustainable cooperation. He acknowledged the substantial development of bilateral relations and advocated for practical collaborations. Highlighting the role of friendship organizations, Tran praised their efforts in connecting communities, businesses, scholars, youth, and cultural groups from both nations. He emphasized the need for continued cooperation through initiatives like the Vietnam-China People’s Forum, the Border People’s Friendship Festival, and youth exchange programs.
The Vietnamese leader also pointed to the upcoming 2026–2027 Vietnam-China Year of Tourism Cooperation, urging further cultural and tourism collaborations. He called for increased exchanges among local communities, historical sites, and cultural destinations to yield tangible benefits for people in both countries. Additionally, Tran encouraged friendship organizations, researchers, and media to disseminate accurate information and share positive stories of cooperation, helping younger generations appreciate the historical ties between the two nations.
Yang Wanming reiterated the commitment of the Chinese association to bolster the social foundations of Vietnam-China relations. He stated that the organization would continue to promote cultural exchanges, mutual understanding, and cooperation in alignment with the shared goals of the two countries’ leadership.
Both parties emphasized the importance of preserving traditional friendship and expanding people-to-people engagement as a means to support stable and long-term relations between Vietnam and China.