During a meeting in Beijing on October 12, Vietnamese National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man and Yang Wanming, president of the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, discussed efforts to enhance people-to-people ties between Vietnam and China. The meeting was part of Tran Thanh Man’s official visit to China, focusing on deepening cooperation and fostering mutual understanding between the two nations.
Tran Thanh Man emphasized the critical role of people-to-people exchanges in strengthening bilateral relations, acknowledging the significant development of ties between Vietnam and China. He advocated for more practical and sustainable cooperation, praising friendship organizations for their role in connecting communities, businesses, scholars, young people, and cultural groups from both countries. He encouraged the continuation of initiatives like the Vietnam-China People’s Forum, the Border People’s Friendship Festival, and youth exchange programs.
Looking ahead to the 2026–2027 Vietnam-China Year of Tourism Cooperation, Tran Thanh Man highlighted the importance of expanding cultural and tourism collaboration. He called for increased exchanges between local communities, historical sites, and cultural destinations to bring tangible benefits to the people of both nations. Additionally, he urged friendship organizations, researchers, and media figures to promote accurate information about bilateral cooperation, fostering a deeper understanding of the historical ties between Vietnam and China among younger generations.
Yang Wanming reaffirmed the commitment of the Chinese association to strengthening the social foundations of the bilateral relationship. He assured that the organization would continue promoting cultural exchanges, mutual understanding, and cooperation in line with the shared objectives of both countries’ leadership.
Both leaders underscored the importance of preserving traditional friendship and expanding people-to-people engagement. This approach is seen as essential for supporting stable and long-term Vietnam-China relations, reflecting a mutual desire to build on the social and cultural links that bind the two nations.