Vietnamese National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man and a delegation of Chinese friendship representatives, led by Yang Wanming, president of the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, met in Beijing on October 12 to discuss strengthening people-to-people exchanges between Vietnam and China. The meeting underscored the significance of these exchanges in solidifying bilateral relations.
Tran Thanh Man emphasized the importance of fostering deeper and more sustainable cooperation between the two countries. He highlighted the role of friendship organizations in linking communities, businesses, scholars, and cultural groups, and encouraged continued collaboration through initiatives like the Vietnam-China People’s Forum, the Border People’s Friendship Festival, and youth exchange programs.
Looking ahead, the Vietnamese leader stressed the need for expanding cultural and tourism cooperation, particularly in preparation for the 2026–2027 Vietnam-China Year of Tourism Cooperation. He urged for increased exchanges between local communities, historical sites, and cultural destinations to bring tangible benefits to the people of both nations.
Tran Thanh Man also called on friendship organizations, researchers, and media representatives to promote accurate information and positive narratives of bilateral cooperation, helping younger generations understand the historical relationship between Vietnam and China.
Yang Wanming reaffirmed the commitment of the Chinese association to strengthen the social foundations of bilateral relations. He noted that the organization would continue to promote cultural exchanges, mutual understanding, and cooperation, aligning with the shared objectives of the leaderships of both countries.
Both sides agreed on the importance of preserving traditional friendship and expanding people-to-people engagement to support stable and long-term Vietnam-China relations.