On 27/10, Dong Thap Union of Friendship Organizations in coordination with Dong Thap University organized a meeting at the University to celebrate the 50th  anniversary of  Vietnam and Japan diplomatic relation establishment. The event attracted many key representatives from the two countries, functional diplomacy-related branches and agencies as well as local friendship organizations.

Scene of the meeting

Present at the meeting were Mr. Ono Masuo,  Consul General of Japan to Ho Chi Minh city and his accompanying officials, representatives of Central Committee of Vietnam-Japan Friendship Association, along with representatives of Dong Thap province’s leaders, of departments, branches and those from local friendship organizations. Dong Thap University’s leader representatives, heads of University’s faculties, offices and departments also joined the meeting.

Mr. Tran Tri Quang – Vice Chairman of Dong Thap People's Committee addressing at the meeting

Mr. ONO Masuo - Consul General of Japan in Ho Chi Minh City HCM addressing at the meeting

At the meeting, the two parties’ representatives emphasized the importance of partnership between Vietnam and Japan, and also expressed their awareness of the importance of cooperation in the field of education between the two countries’ educational institutions. At the same time, both expressed deep thanks to each other for many achievements in different aspects, including economy, culture and education.
Within the meeting agenda, several meaningful activities were held, for example an exhibition of Friendship paintings, themed “50 years of Vietnam and Japan diplomatic relation”, and included more than 50 works on display, especially the paintings on conical hats being extremely delicate and unique. The works,  all painted by Dong Thap University’s students of Fine Arts teacher education, reflected the friendship between the two countries.
In addition, a combined performance of traditional costume and Japanese tea ceremony illustrated the cultural diversities and interaction between Vietnam and Japan. The performance not only served as an opportunity to explore and understand the two countries’ cultures, but also showed the diversity and harmony in bilateral relations, contributing to the promotion of cultural interaction and intergenerational exchanges, demonstrating that culture is a strong bridge between countries.

Planting trees by the hosts and visitors and taking photos for memories

The meeting marked an important milestone in the partnership between the two countries. It is not only an occasion to celebrate long-term diplomatic relations but also contributes to promoting understandings and cultural exchange between the two countries, contributing to tightening the friendship and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Japan.