Standing Vice Chairman of the City People's Committee Nguyen Thanh Binh receives the Consul General of the Republic of Cuba in Ho Chi Minh City

Mr. Nguyen Thanh Binh presented a souvenir gift to Ms. Ariadne Feo Labrada

At the meeting, Ms. Ariadne Feo Labrada stated that throughout her tenure in Vietnam, the Consulate General of Cuba in Ho Chi Minh City has always strived to serve as a bridge promoting cooperative relations between localities of the two countries; in which, Hue is one of the localities rich in potential, and has taken notably proactive steps in strengthening connections with Cuban organizations and localities.

Ms. Ariadne Feo Labrada emphasized that there is still significant room for development in the relationship between Hue and Cuban localities, especially as the two countries move toward celebrating the 65th anniversary of the establishment of Vietnam - Cuba diplomatic relations. She hoped that Hue would proceed to establish a sister-city relationship with a Cuban locality, thereby creating a sustainable foundation for deeper cooperation in fields such as healthcare, tourism, cultural exchange, heritage conservation, and sharing experiences in human resource training.

Delegates posed for a commemorative photo at the meeting

Mr. Nguyen Thanh Binh respectfully acknowledged Ms. Ariadne Feo Labrada’s sincere sentiments, dedication, and persistent efforts in consolidating and strengthening the friendship between the two countries.

Mr. Nguyen Thanh Binh emphasized that Hue always attaches great importance to and promotes people-to-people diplomacy, expanding exchanges and enhancing mutual understanding between the People of Hue and international friends; among them, Cuba is always a partner holding a special position. The city will continue to facilitate the development of cooperation programs with Cuba, making practical contributions to strengthening friendly relations and opening up new opportunities for exchange and cooperation between Hue and Cuban localities.

Expressing his confidence and expectations, Mr. Nguyen Thanh Binh hoped that even after concluding her tenure in Vietnam, Ms. Ariadne Feo Labrada would continue to be a reliable bridge, contributing to further promoting the friendship and multi-faceted cooperation between Cuba and Vietnam, as well as between Cuba and Hue City.