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Vietnamese Ambassador to France Dinh Toan Thang receives the the insignia “For the cause of culture, sports and tourism.” (Photo: nhandan.vn) |
The distinction recognized Thang’s substantial contribution to fostering Vietnam-France multifaceted cooperation and the cause of Vietnam’s culture, sport and tourism development during his over three years in office, Hung said.
Thang said the insignia is not only a personal honor but also a testament to the collective efforts of the embassy staff and other Vietnamese diplomatic missions in promoting Vietnamese culture, sports and tourism to the French and European public.
In a notable moment, Hung presented a decision reappointing Anoa Suzzanne Dussol Perran, a French national, as Vietnam's Tourism Ambassador to France for the 2024-2029 tenure.
He wished that Anoa Perran would continue supporting the ministry in the new term, building on the successes in tourism development between the two countries and between Vietnam and Europe, helping to realize Vietnam’s goal of attracting 18 million visitors this year.
In the afternoon, Hung presented the books “Several theoretical and practical issues on socialism and the path to socialism in Vietnam,” and “Building and developing advanced Vietnamese culture rich in national identity” by Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong to the center.
Another book “A Thousand Years of Vietnam's National Civilization,” a concise and comprehensive overview of the nation's cultural heritage and treasures throughout various historical periods, was also handed over to the center.
Hung hoped that through these books, the center will introduce Vietnam’s invaluable heritage to international friends, which is also the most vivid expression to remember the beloved Party General Secretary.
Source: VNA