People-to-people exchange has long served as a vital bridge between Vietnam and China, forming a strong social foundation for building trust, fostering cooperation, and maintaining peace. In celebration of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties in 2025, the two Parties and Governments have jointly designated the year as the “Year of Vietnam-China Humanistic Exchange,” reflecting a shared strategic vision to promote sustainable bilateral relations rooted in public engagement.
On this occasion, General Secretary of the Communist Party of China and Chinese President Xi Jinping announced for the first time that China will invite Vietnamese youth to participate in the "Red Study Tours" over the next three years, with the aim of helping the young generation of both countries better understand revolutionary values, respect neighbourly friendship, and strengthen mutual bonds.
Amid global economic restructuring and deeper regional cooperation, Vietnam–China economic and trade ties have grown significantly. with larger scale and major projects actively promoted, creating strong momentum for both nations' socio-economic development.
Ho Chi Minh City and Zhejiang province of China have numerous opportunities to beef up cooperation among their people-elected agencies, Vice Chairman of the municipal People's Council Nguyen Van Dung told Gao Xingfu, Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (NPC), during a meeting with the Chinese official on September 8.
