Vietnamese National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man and Yang Wanming, president of the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, met in Beijing on October 12 to discuss the enhancement of people-to-people exchanges between Vietnam and China. The meeting underscored the importance of strengthening these ties to support stable and long-term bilateral relations.
During his official visit to China, Tran Thanh Man emphasized the role of people-to-people exchanges in bolstering Vietnam-China relations, which he noted have developed significantly. He advocated for deeper, more practical, and sustainable cooperation. Tran Thanh Man praised the efforts of friendship organizations in facilitating connections among communities, businesses, scholars, youth, and cultural groups from both nations.
The Vietnamese leader encouraged continued collaboration through initiatives like the Vietnam-China People’s Forum, the Border People’s Friendship Festival, and youth exchange programs. He also highlighted the need to expand cultural and tourism cooperation in anticipation of the 2026–2027 Vietnam-China Year of Tourism Cooperation and called for increased exchanges between local communities, historical sites, and cultural destinations to bring tangible benefits to people in both countries.
Tran Thanh Man urged friendship organizations, researchers, and media representatives to disseminate accurate information and share positive stories about the bilateral cooperation, stressing the importance of helping younger generations understand the historical relationship between the two nations.
Yang Wanming reiterated the Chinese association’s commitment to strengthening the social foundations of bilateral relations. He affirmed the organization’s dedication to promoting cultural exchanges, mutual understanding, and cooperation aligned with the shared objectives of the two countries’ leadership.
Both sides agreed on the significance of preserving traditional friendship and expanding people-to-people engagement as a means to support the enduring and stable relations between Vietnam and China.