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Vietnamese leaders congratulate Estonia on Independence Day

State President Luong Cuong on February 24 sent a congratulatory message to Estonian President Alar Karis on the occasion of the 108th anniversary of his country’s Independence Day (February 24, 1918 – 2026).

Hanoi (VNA) - State President Luong Cuong on February 24 sent a congratulatory message to Estonian President Alar Karis on the occasion of the 108th anniversary of his country’s Independence Day (February 24, 1918 – 2026).

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh also cabled a similar message to his Estonian counterpart Kristen Michal, while National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man sent congratulations to Speaker of the Riigikogu Lauri Hussar.

On the same day, Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung also sent a congratulatory message to his Estonian counterpart Margus Tsahkna./.

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