Vietnam has donated VND 385 billion (approximately USD 15 million) to the Cuban people, marking the first disbursement of nationwide contributions. The handover ceremony took place on September 1 in Hanoi, witnessed by General Secretary To Lam and First Secretary, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez.
During talks with President Díaz-Canel, General Secretary To Lam announced the initial results of a 65-day nationwide campaign themed “65 Years of Vietnam – Cuba Solidarity.” The program has mobilized nearly two million participants and raised close to VND 400 billion, reflecting the strong bonds of friendship and cooperation between the two nations.
Following the talks, the two leaders also attended the signing of agreements from the 42nd session of the Vietnam–Cuba Intergovernmental Committee. These include cooperation in food production, healthcare, archiving, and biotechnology.
President Díaz-Canel expressed deep gratitude for the Vietnamese people’s affection and generous support, affirming that Vietnam’s achievements over 80 years of nation-building and defense serve as an inspiration for Cuba during its current challenges.
General Secretary To Lam emphasized that “Solidarity with and support for Cuba is the conscience and responsibility of the Communist Party, the State, and the people of Vietnam.”
Both leaders agreed to strengthen economic, trade, and investment ties, particularly in strategic sectors such as agriculture, solar energy, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals. Cuba pledged to create favorable conditions for Vietnamese enterprises investing in Cuba, with a focus on rice production and modern agricultural models to boost local food security.
The two sides also committed to promoting joint ventures in pharmaceutical manufacturing, technology transfer, and R&D cooperation in high-tech medicine to provide safe and effective healthcare products. In addition, cooperation will be expanded in defense, security, justice, science and technology, construction, culture, sports, and people-to-people exchanges.
President Díaz-Canel is currently on a state visit to Vietnam, which began on August 31. On September 2, he will attend celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and Vietnam’s National Day.
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