October 17, 2008 | 21:37 (GMT+7)
Greek President visits Thua Thien-Hue province
The Greek President Karrolos Papoulias, accompanied by his wife and entourage visited the central province of Thua Thien-Hue from October 14-15...
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The Greek President Karrolos Papoulias, accompanied by his wife and entourage visited the central province of Thua Thien-Hue from October 14-15.
Speaking at a reception for the delegation on October 14, Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Nguyen Ngoc Thien briefed the Greek guests about the province’s socio-economic and educational development and tourism potential, particularly the Hue Imperial City’s relic system which has twice been recognised by UNESCO as a world cultural heritage site.
The provincial leader expressed his wish that the Vietnam-Greece relationship will enjoy further success and development in the future.
To mark the occasion, Chairman Thien presented gifts to the Greek President, his wife and entourage.
During their two-day stay, President Karrolos Papoulias and his wife cut a ribbon to inaugurate the Greek-funded Nguyen Van Linh Secondary School in Hue city. They also visited the Hue Royal Palace , plus tombs and temples of Nguyen Kings.
The Greek delegation will leave Hue city on October 16.
Source: VNA