PANO - The 15th anniversary of the Vietnam Family Day (June 28th, 2001-2016) was marked on June 28th in Hanoi by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in the presence of Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc.

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc addressing the event. Photo: chinhphu.vn

In his speech, the Prime Minister confirmed that for the past 15 years, the Vietnam Family Day has become a traditional day and an event of great significance for all people. It is also an occasion to bring into full play the spirit towards the family, the ancestors, so as to nurture good sentiment and the national noble values of humanity. 

He added that the event remind each person to think and have more practical actions to build well-to-do, civilized and happy families, contributing to the sustainable development of Vietnamese families and the Fatherland.

Noting that it is the festive day of all people throughout the country, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc asked ministries, departments, organizations, families and individuals to have more practical activities to honor and promote Vietnam family’s beautiful values. He also required them to continue implementing effectively family policy, raising awareness of the vital role of families in social development and further disseminating information on the value of family.

Translated by Mai Huong