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Vietnam, China localities join hands to clean up border river

The authorities of Hoanh Mo commune of Binh Lieu district, the northeastern province of Quang Ninh, coordinated with their Chinese counterparts from Fangchenggang city’s Dong Zhong town to clean up the environment along the shared border river from May 9 to 11.

The cleanup is part of the twinning activities between the two localities. (Photo: VNA)
The cleanup is part of the twinning activities between the two localities. (Photo: VNA)

Quang Ninh (VNA) – The authorities of Hoanh Mo commune of Binh Lieu district, the northeastern province of Quang Ninh, coordinated with their Chinese counterparts from Fangchenggang city’s Dong Zhong town to clean up the environment along the shared border river from May 9 to 11.

The cleanup at the Hoanh Mo border gate was part of the twinning activities between the two localities, contributing to keeping the border area clean and facilitate two-way trade.

Around tens of tonnes of waste were collected for treatment.

Besides, cultural and sport exchange activities were also held on the occasion.

Binh Lieu district shares a border line of more than 43 kilometres line with China. Thanks to its sound people-to-people diplomacy, the district has been able to ensure stable security and order in border area, helping promote local socio-economic development./.

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