In a meeting aimed at bolstering relations between Vietnam and China, Vietnamese National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man and Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries President Yang Wanming underscored the importance of enhancing people-to-people exchanges. The October 12 meeting in Beijing emphasized the role of cultural and social connections in strengthening bilateral ties.
Tran Thanh Man highlighted the significant development in Vietnam-China relations and called for deeper, more practical cooperation. He emphasized the importance of friendship organizations in connecting communities, businesses, scholars, young people, and cultural groups from both countries. He advocated for continued collaboration through initiatives such as the Vietnam-China People’s Forum and youth exchange programs.
Looking towards the future, Tran Thanh Man stressed the importance of expanding cultural and tourism cooperation ahead of the 2026–2027 Vietnam-China Year of Tourism Cooperation. He proposed increased exchanges between local communities, historical sites, and cultural destinations to provide tangible benefits to the people of both nations. Additionally, he urged friendship organizations, researchers, and media representatives to promote accurate information and share positive accounts of bilateral cooperation to help younger generations better understand the historical relationship between the two countries.
Yang Wanming reaffirmed China’s commitment to strengthening the social foundations of its ties with Vietnam. He noted that the Chinese association would continue promoting cultural exchanges and mutual understanding in alignment with the shared goals of both nations’ leadership. Both leaders highlighted the importance of preserving traditional friendship and expanding people-to-people engagement to support stable and long-term relations between Vietnam and China.