Phnom Penh (VNA) – The Vietnamese Embassy in Cambodia on October 9 held a donation ceremony to support people in northern and central provinces of Vietnam who have been severely affected by recent storms and floods, in response to the call from the Presidium of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee.
In recent weeks, northern and central Vietnam were hit by consecutive storms – Typhoon Ragansa, Bualoi, and Matmo – causing serious loss of life and property in many localities.
The launching ceremony was attended by a large number of embassy staff, representatives of the Khmer–Vietnam Association in Cambodia (KVA), the Vietnam–Cambodia Business Association (VCBA), Vietnamese enterprises, students studying in Cambodia, philanthropists, and members of the Vietnamese community in the country.
Speaking at the event, Ambassador Nguyen Minh Vu called on the community to join hands to assist those affected by the disasters. He stressed that regardless of the amount, each donation represents a valuable contribution and a strong source of encouragement for compatriots at home to overcome difficulties, stabilise their lives, and restore production.
At the event, financial donations equivalent to over 1 billion VND (37,951 USD) were raised, with contributions continuing to be received until October 10.
Later the same day, at the KVA headquarters, a fundraising programme for the same cause took place, attracting many overseas Vietnamese, people of Vietnamese origin, and students. Through the initiative, the KVA collected around 3,000 USD and plans to continue organising similar activities to support flood victims in Vietnam in the near future./.
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