Association of Vietnamese in Malta established
Rome (VNA) – The Association of Vietnamese in
Malta has freshly been set up, representing the community of about 400 people.
The establishment ceremony took place in Malta on August 14, debuting its executive committee.
Chairman Nguyen Hoai Nam and Secretary Nguyen Thi Nhan said the association aims to promote mutual support
within the growing community.
Addressing the ceremony, Vietnamese Ambassador to Italy and
Malta Duong Hai Hung stated the Party and State always pay attention to the
affairs of overseas Vietnamese, with policies targeting the group increasingly improved.
The diplomat held that the new association will gather the Vietnamese
community there, protect their legitimate rights and interests, support them in life
and integration into the host country, and preserve and promote Vietnam’s traditional
culture.
Hung said the association will connect the group with their
home country and help develop further the sound friendship and cooperation
between Vietnam and Malta.
The number of Vietnamese in Malta is increasing, as the European
country boasts potential for investment, employment and learning./.