NA Chairwoman calls for celebrations of 45th anniversary of diplomatic ties with Australia
(VOVWORLD) -National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan said Vietnam supports Australia and creates favorable conditions for friendship organizations in education, culture, and humanitarian relief.
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At a reception for President of the Australia-Vietnam Friendship Society Kim Sampson on Wednesday as part of her visit to Australia, Ms. Ngan praised the Society for its practical activities that help boost friendship between the two peoples.
The top legislator suggested that friendship organizations of the two countries work closely to mark the 45th anniversary of Vietnam-Australia diplomatic ties in 2018.
Mr. Sampson said he is honored to help Vietnam promote its achievements to the Australian public. He pledged to boost people-to-people diplomacy between the two countries.
On the same day, while receiving Australian students following training courses in Vietnam under the new Colombo Plan, Assembly Chairwoman Ngan applauded the Australian government for granting 100 million USD for scholarships in Indo-Pacific countries. She described the program as very meaningful as it enhances awareness of Asia and strengthens Australia’s links with regional countries. Ms. Ngan said many Vietnamese institutions and organizations are ready to receive the students, who will gain experience and contribute to Australian development and to the relationship with Vietnam.