Ho Chi Minh City Celebrates the 36th National Day of the Russian Federation

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Speaking at the event, Nguyen Loc Ha, Vice Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee, shared that the Party, State, and people of Vietnam have always regarded the former Soviet Union and today's Russian Federation as sincere, steadfast, and trustworthy friends. Vietnam-Russia relations are founded on a traditional friendship and a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership that has been tested and reaffirmed over time, remaining resilient amid changing circumstances.

"The Vietnamese people always remember and deeply appreciate the tremendous and invaluable support and assistance provided by the people of the former Soviet Union and today's Russian Federation to Vietnam's struggle for national liberation and reunification, as well as its efforts to build, safeguard, and develop the country. We are pleased to see that bilateral relations are developing very positively across a wide range of fields, including foreign affairs, defense and security, energy, oil and gas, trade, investment, science and technology, education and training, culture, tourism, and people-to-people exchanges," the Vice Chairman emphasized.

Vice Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee Nguyen Loc Ha delivers congratulatory remarks at the ceremony. (Photo: Ho Chi Minh City Portal)

The Vice Chairman affirmed that Ho Chi Minh City always places special importance on its friendship and cooperation with the Russian Federation in general, as well as with Russian localities, agencies, organizations, and businesses in particular. Following the administrative merger with Binh Duong Province and Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province, Ho Chi Minh City has established sister-city relationships with nine localities at various levels in the Russian Federation. In recent years, exchanges, contacts, and delegation visits between the two sides have been maintained regularly, while substantive cooperation has continued to advance, particularly in science and technology, transportation, tourism, and trade.

As Vietnam's leading economic, financial, cultural, educational, scientific, technological, and international exchange hub, Ho Chi Minh City sincerely wishes and stands ready to contribute further to deepening the Vietnam-Russia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for the benefit of the peoples of both countries and for the peace, stability, and prosperity of each nation and the region.

Timur Sadykov, Consul General of the Russian Federation in Ho Chi Minh City, speaks at the ceremony. (Photo: Ho Chi Minh City Portal)

At the event, Timur Sadykov, Consul General of the Russian Federation in Ho Chi Minh City, stated that National Day is a special occasion to reflect on Russia's great history, marked by challenges and victories. According to him, Russia takes pride in being a resource-rich nation with diverse ethnic and religious communities united by a common language - Russian.

Sadykov noted that Vietnam and Russia share a close historical relationship. He affirmed that the two countries uphold common values of patriotism, freedom, and independence, and have always been willing to support one another in difficult times. Consul General Timur Sadykov expressed his deep gratitude to the Vietnamese people, the authorities of Ho Chi Minh City, war veterans, and organizations such as the Vietsovpetro Joint Venture for their efforts in preserving and developing this traditional fraternal friendship.

Earlier that afternoon, Ho Chi Minh City Party Secretary Tran Luu Quang and Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee Nguyen Van Duoc received Timur Sadykov, Consul General of the Russian Federation in Ho Chi Minh City, on a farewell visit marking the conclusion of his term of office in the city.

Expressing his appreciation to the city's leaders and departments for their consistent support in helping him fulfill his duties, Consul General Timur Sadykov said that during his tenure, he had witnessed the remarkable development of Ho Chi Minh City in particular and Vietnam as a whole.

Speaking at the meeting, Consul General Timur Sadykov conveyed his deep affection and positive impressions of Ho Chi Minh City. With its dynamism, modernity, and vibrant energy, the city has left a lasting impression on him and will always hold a special place in his heart, from its efforts to combat the COVID-19 pandemic to the implementation of the two-tier local government model.

Ho Chi Minh City Party Secretary Tran Luu Quang and Russian Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City Timur Sadykov at the meeting. (Photo: Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee Portal)

According to Consul General Timur Sadykov, despite facing numerous challenges, Ho Chi Minh City has continued striving forward and maintaining strong growth momentum. He expressed confidence that the city will continue to effectively leverage its potential and advantages, gradually affirming its position as an internationally significant metropolis in the future.

Reflecting on the past five years, Consul General Timur Sadykov said he had been fortunate to work alongside many friends, colleagues, and partners in various activities in Ho Chi Minh City. Through these experiences, he gained deeper insights into the city's economic, cultural, social, sporting, and tourism life, while also having the opportunity to meet and engage with a wide range of local residents.

In particular, distinctive cultural events such as the Ao Dai Festival, culinary promotion programs, and cultural exchange activities left a profound impression on him as well as on the foreign community living in Ho Chi Minh City. These activities have not only helped promote the city's image but also served as bridges connecting people from different countries, thereby strengthening friendship and mutual understanding.

Consul General Timur Sadykov also expressed his sincere gratitude to the leaders of Ho Chi Minh City and its departments and agencies for their continuous support and effective coordination in people-to-people diplomacy activities throughout his tenure. This close cooperation has contributed significantly to the continued development of friendship and cooperation between the two sides.

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