Vietnamese embassies in Mexico, Egypt and Austria recently convened overseas Vietnamese for the annual “Xuan Que Huong” (Homeland Spring) gatherings, a Lunar New Year (Tet) tradition fostering their ties to the homeland.
The ASEAN Week features a variety of activities showcasing the distinctive cultural aspects of ASEAN member countries, including folk music and dance performances, traditional cuisine, and a photo exhibition highlighting the landscapes and people of the countries.
On behalf of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV), Cuong expressed his gratitude to communist, workers’ and progressive left-wing parties worldwide for their accompanying and support for Vietnam in the past struggle for national independence and reunification, as well as in the ongoing cause of national renewal, construction and defence.
Held at the Chamber of Deputies, the ceremony took place at a time when the two countries are celebrating the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations (1975 – 2025), highlighting the growing role of parliamentary diplomacy in strengthening political trust and promoting cooperation across multiple fields.
Vietnamese President Luong Cuong has offered congratulations to his Mexican counterpart Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo on the 215th Independence Day of Mexico (September 16, 1810–2025).
Vice Chairman of the National Assembly (NA) Tran Quang Phuong said the Vietnamese legislature seeks to strengthen substantive ties with both the Senate and Chamber of Deputies of Mexico.
The triumph of the August Revolution (August 19, 1945) and the founding of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam (now the Socialist Republic of Vietnam) on September 2, 1945 were not only a turning point in Vietnam’s history but also an event of epochal significance.
The Mexican official emphasised that Vietnam’s nearly 40 years of renewal and international integration have produced valuable experiences and lessons that serve as a model for communist and progressive left-wing parties worldwide.
Since the establishment of diplomatic ties, the relationship has been fostered on the basis of political trust, shared historical and cultural values, and mutual respect, and has expanded comprehensively, said Vietnamese Ambassador to Mexico Nguyen Van Hai.
Vietnam’s transformation from a war-ravaged country into a dynamic economy with a growing role on the global stage. This achievement reflects the resilience and patriotism of the Vietnamese people and the strategic vision of the Communist Party of Vietnam in harmoniously combining national independence with socialism.
The handover ceremony was held at the Malaysian Embassy headquarters in Mexico City on August 8, with the presence of heads of diplomatic missions from ASEAN member states in Mexico.
Despite the geographical distance, Hai highlighted striking similarities between Taxco and Vietnam's heritage destinations such as Hoi An, Hue, and Ninh Binh. He suggested both sides explore partnerships in sustainable tourism management, urban heritage preservation, and culture-driven economic development.
Strengthening educational cooperation is an investment in a future of shared sustainability and prosperity, said Vietnamese Ambassador to Mexico Nguyen Van Hai.
Mexico's Nuevo León leaders underscored the state’s keen interest in partnering with ASEAN – a region known for dynamic economic growth, a young population, an expanding middle class, and a growing role in global supply chains.
In recent interviews granted to the Vietnam News Agency (VNA)'s reporters in Mexico, prominent figures reflected on the press’s legacy and its global influence.
The school’s principal Marisol Nolasco Najera affirmed that since the school was founded in 1975, stories about Vietnam have always brought valuable lessons to its teachers and students.
The Mexico - Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Group has been instrumental in advancing parliamentary cooperation between the two countries, as well as broader ties across various potential fields, said Vietnamese Ambassador to Mexico Nguyen Van Hai.
Major Mexican newspapers on May 18 (local time) ran features celebrating the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Mexico as well as the 135th birth anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh (May 19, 1890 – 2025).
Looking forward, Hai revealed that the two sides are actively pursuing an upgrade in their relationship, beginning with a Comprehensive Partnership and aiming toward a Strategic Partnership.
Located 40 km southeast of downtown Mexico City, Escuela Primaria Republica Socialista de Vietnam is the only educational institution in Latin America bearing the name of Vietnam’s official title.
April 30, 1975 stands as a testament to the Vietnamese people's indomitable spirit, embodying the culmination of a prolonged struggle fueled by patriotism, countless sacrifices, and the unwavering unity of the nation.
In the article, Mexican Ambassador to Vietnam Alejandro Negrín Muñoz was quoted as saying that Mexico and Vietnam have many significant similarities. Both countries are emerging middle-sized economies, have influence in the region and are working to reduce poverty and social inequality.
A Mexican scholar has praised Vietnam as a notable model of success, not only for Asia but also for developing nations across Latin America, amid the economic volatility in the 21st century.
During the trip, conducted as part of the activities to mark the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam – Mexico diplomatic relations (May 19), the delegation had working sessions with President of Mexico's Club of Journalists Mouris Salloum George and Director of the Mexican Radio Institute (IMER)’s international radio Velia Perez Martínez, and visited the Vietnamese Embassy and representative offices in the country.
Works by Mouris Salloum George, President of Mexico's Club of Journalists, have provided objective information about Vietnam to the people of Mexico, thereby contributing to the promotion of the traditional friendship between the two nations, especially during the 50th anniversary of their diplomatic relations (May 19, 1975 - 2025).