Socialist neighbours China and Vietnam have confirmed that they will exchange high level delegations on the upcoming 80th anniversaries of Vietnam’s August Revolution and National Day along with the Chinese people’s war of resistance against Japanese aggression and the world anti-fascist war.
The pledge came when Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man met with Zhao Leji, Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC) of China, in Geneva, Switzerland, on July 29, on the sidelines of the Sixth World Conference of Speakers of Parliament (WCSP 6).
Tran Thanh Man affirmed that the Vietnamese Party, State and people highly evaluated Party General Secretary and President Xi Jinping’s recent state visit to Vietnam, calling it a historic milestone and a bright highlight in the bilateral relations in 2025.
The Vietnamese top legislator further noted that the bilateral relations have seen remarkable progress, with growing political trust between the two Parties and States, increasingly comprehensive and effective cooperation mechanisms, and closer legislative ties. He informed his Chinese counterpart that the Vietnamese National Assembly is actively preparing for the first session of the Vietnam–China Inter-Parliamentary Committee and expressed his hope to welcome Chairman Zhao to Vietnam to co-chair this important event.
Both sides shared delight at the upcoming participation of senior leaders from the two countries in the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s August Revolution and National Day, as well as the 80th anniversary of the Chinese people’s victory against fascism.
The next day Vietnam’s Nhân Dân newspaper reported that the first joint army training exercise of the Vietnamese and Chinese ground forces had wrapped up at the Jianglong Chongzuo Training Base in China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region on July 30.
The exercise, which ran from July 21-30, focused on major military disciplines such as reconnaissance, camouflage, unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operations, marksmanship, medical aid, chemical defence, field logistics, and coordinated tactical operations. In particular, the UAV exercises involved six practical combat scenarios in mountainous terrain, enhancing reconnaissance, strike, and rescue capabilities while improving coordination between the two forces. Cultural and sports exchanges within the program, including basketball, table tennis, chess, calligraphy, traditional medicine, and artistic performances, also helped strengthen mutual understanding and trust.
Earlier, on July 7, China Daily reported that a four-day exchange program, held under the theme “Youth Uniting for the Future”, was jointly organised by the Publicity Department of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Guizhou Provincial Committee and China Daily, bringing together Chinese and Vietnamese youth delegates, along with Vietnamese experts.
The event was part of broader efforts to implement agreements reached by the top leaders of China and Vietnam. In April, President Xi Jinping proposed inviting Vietnamese youths to China for “Red Study Tours” over the next three years to strengthen bilateral ties.
Lu Yongzheng, a member of the Standing Committee of the CPC Guizhou Provincial Committee and head of the provincial publicity department, highlighted Guizhou’s historical significance in China’s revolutionary history and the role of red culture in the province’s development.
Nguyen Vinh Quang, deputy chair of the Vietnam-China Friendship Association, was deeply moved upon seeing a photo of Vietnamese General Nguyen Son (1908-56) displayed at the Zunyi Meeting site. (The Zunyi Meeting was held in the course of the historic Long March. It was a turning point in the Chinese revolution as it affirmed the leadership of Comrade Mao Zedong, and the correct line he represented, in the party.)
“General Nguyen Son was the only Vietnamese who participated in the Long March (1934-36), which was an extremely grueling and magnificent chapter of the Chinese revolution. We are so proud of this,” he said. “This shows the revolutions of our two countries were never separate. Together, we achieved such great victories.”
In addition to historical education, the program showcased Guizhou’s rural development and innovation. The group also visited the National Big Data (Guizhou) Comprehensive Pilot Zone in Guiyang, where they learned about Guizhou’s efforts in developing digital infrastructure and promoting its big data industry.
The program concluded with a joint proposal issued by Chinese and Vietnamese youths. It called on young people from both countries to carry forward red culture, promote bilateral friendship and actively contribute to future development.
The following articles were originally published by Nhân Dân and China Daily.
Vietnamese NA Chairman meets with Chinese counterpart on WCSP 6 sidelines
July 30 (Nhân Dân) — Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man met with Zhao Leji, Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC) of China, in Geneva, Switzerland, on July 29 afternoon (local time) on the sidelines of the 6th World Conference of Speakers of Parliament (WCSP 6).
NA Chairman Man conveyed the warm regards from General Secretary To Lam, State President Luong Cuong and Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh to General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and President of China Xi Jinping, and Premier Li Qiang.
He affirmed that the Vietnamese Party, State and people highly evaluated Party General Secretary and President Xi’s recent state visit to Viet Nam, calling it a historic milestone and a bright highlight in the bilateral relations in 2025. The visit carries strategic significance and long-term orientation for the development of Viet Nam–China ties.
The Vietnamese top legislator noted that the bilateral relations have seen remarkable progress, with growing political trust between the two Parties and States, increasingly comprehensive and effective cooperation mechanisms, and closer legislative ties. He informed his Chinese counterpart that the Vietnamese NA is actively preparing for the first session of the Viet Nam–China Inter-parliamentary Committee, and expressed his hope to welcome Chairman Zhao to Viet Nam to co-chair this important event.
For his part, Chairman Zhao conveyed greetings from Party General Secretary and President Xi, and Premier Li to Vietnamese leaders.
He agreed on the need for both sides to maintain regular strategic exchanges between the two Parties and States, implement the outcomes of the top Chinese leader’s visit to Viet Nam, and further deepen cooperation between the two legislatures.
Both sides shared delight at the upcoming participation of senior leaders from the two countries in the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of Viet Nam’s August Revolution and National Day, as well as the 80th anniversary of the Chinese people’s victory against fascism.
Viet Nam, China conclude first joint military training exercise
July 31 (Nhân Dân) — The first joint army training exercise of the Vietnamese and Chinese ground forces wrapped up at Jianglong Chongzuo Training Base in China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region on July 30.
The exercise, running from July 21-30, mobilised 140 officers and soldiers from both sides, together with more than 20 vehicles and over 170 pieces of equipment. It focused on major military disciplines such as reconnaissance, camouflage, unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operations, marksmanship, medical aid, chemical defence, field logistics, and coordinated tactical operations. In particular, the UAV exercises involved six practical combat scenarios in mountainous terrain, enhancing reconnaissance, strike, and rescue capabilities while improving coordination between the two forces.
Throughout the 10-day event, the two ground forces maintained close coordination, strictly followed training plans, and ensured absolute safety for personnel and equipment. Cultural and sports exchanges within the programme, including basketball, table tennis, chess, calligraphy, traditional medicine, and artistic performances, also helped strengthen mutual understanding and trust.
At the closing ceremony, Major General Nguyen Van Lich, Deputy Commander of Viet Nam’s Military Region 1, affirmed that the training exercise contributed to concretising the joint statement between high-ranking leaders of both nations, describing its outcomes as a vivid demonstration for the effective cooperation between the two armies.
He affirmed that the successful conclusion of the exercise marked a significant step forward in enhancing practical coordination between the two sides for regional peace, stability, and border security.
Major General Chen Liang, Deputy Commander of the Southern Theater Command’s Ground Force of the People’s Liberation Army of China, hailed the training as a concrete step in implementing shared commitments to strengthen military cooperation and deepen a profound friendship described as “both comrades and brothers”.
He underscored China’s readiness to work with Viet Nam to expand joint training initiatives and elevate practical cooperation between the two militaries, contributing to bolstering the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership and building the China-Viet Nam community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
Study tour bolsters Sino-Vietnamese youth exchanges
July 7 (China Daily) — Ten youth representatives from Vietnam visited the site of the historic Zunyi Meeting in Southwest China’s Guizhou province on Friday, marking the first stop of the 2025 China-Vietnam Youth Exchange program.
The key meeting of the leaders of the Communist Party of China held in Zunyi in 1935 proved to be a turning point in the history of China and the CPC.
The four-day exchange program, held under the theme “Youth Uniting for the Future”, was jointly organized by the Publicity Department of the CPC Guizhou Provincial Committee and China Daily. It brought together Chinese and Vietnamese youth delegates, along with Vietnamese experts, for site visits, discussions and the drafting of proposals.
The event, which started on Thursday and concluded on Sunday, was part of broader efforts to implement agreements reached by the top leaders of China and Vietnam. In April, President Xi Jinping proposed inviting Vietnamese youths to China for “Red Study Tours” over the next three years to strengthen bilateral ties.
Yang Tao, vice-president of the Chinese People’s Institute of Foreign Affairs, called the program a response to this initiative.
Speaking on Sunday, Lu Yongzheng, a member of the Standing Committee of the CPC Guizhou Provincial Committee and head of the provincial publicity department, noted that 2025 marks both the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Vietnam and the China-Vietnam Year of People-to-People Exchanges.
He highlighted Guizhou’s historical significance in China’s revolutionary history and the role of red culture in the province’s development.
Nguyen Vinh Quang, deputy chair of the Vietnam-China Friendship Association, was deeply moved upon seeing a photo of Vietnamese General Nguyen Son (1908-56) displayed at the Zunyi Meeting site.
“General Nguyen Son was the only Vietnamese who participated in the Long March (1934-36), which was an extremely grueling and magnificent chapter of the Chinese revolution. We are so proud of this,” he said. “This shows the revolutions of our two countries were never separate. Together, we achieved such great victories.”
On Saturday, the Vietnamese delegation visited the Guizhou Long March Culture Digital Art Museum in Guiyang, the provincial capital, where they explored digital techniques such as holography and virtual reality for historical storytelling.
Nguyen Thi Hoai Thuong, a 22-year-old graduate of the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, said she was deeply impressed by the experience.
“Vietnam also boasts many red sites and stories. I truly hope we can establish similar venues to help young people gain a better understanding of history,” she said.
In addition to historical education, the program showcased Guizhou’s rural development and innovation.
On Friday, the Vietnamese delegates visited a village known for its craft traditions and participated in experiential activities designed around local resources, including paper pulp embossing and pottery-making.
“I never realized there are so many ways for rural economic development until now,” said Bui Kim Dung, a 26-year-old Vietnamese student majoring in Chinese at Guizhou Minzu University.
The group visited the National Big Data (Guizhou) Comprehensive Pilot Zone in Guiyang on Saturday, where they learned about Guizhou’s efforts in developing digital infrastructure and promoting its big data industry.
Pham Nhu Hoai, a 23-year-old employee of a Vietnamese foreign trade company, emphasized the importance of technology in global commerce. “Big data is crucial for trade, and China leads the world in this domain,” she said.
The program concluded on Sunday with a joint proposal issued by Chinese and Vietnamese youths. It called on young people from both countries to carry forward red culture, promote bilateral friendship and actively contribute to future development.
“The youth represent the future and hope,” said Zhou Li, deputy editor-in-chief of China Daily. He expressed confidence that the visit to Guizhou would inspire “the future protagonists of both countries to translate ideals into actions and pass on the baton of China-Vietnam friendship from one generation to the next”.
