More than 400 billion VND in support of the Cuban people after less than a month of launching

General Secretary To Lam and First Secretary and President of the Republic of Cuba Miguel Diaz-Canel Bermudez witnessed the first ceremony to present the gift of VND385 billion from the Party, State and people of Vietnam to the people of Cuba. (Photo: Nhan Dan Newspaper)

Previously, right after the national launching ceremony on August 13 in Hanoi , the Program quickly received widespread response from all walks of life. Through online mobilization channels, the program achieved the goal of mobilizing at least 65 billion VND in just 30 hours.

Many hearts turned to Cuba through each donation and each specific response activity at the local level, which has extended its strong influence. Many provinces, cities, armed forces, bilateral friendship associations, large enterprises, social and professional organizations, cultural and educational units and a large number of overseas Vietnamese have accompanied, demonstrated their community responsibility and special attachment to the brotherly Cuban people, further affirming the image of a humane, loyal and responsible Vietnam in the international community.

Mr. Nguyen Hai Anh, Vice President and General Secretary of the Vietnam Red Cross Society, emphasized: Every contribution of the Vietnamese people is a message of love and responsibility. Together we are continuing to write the golden pages of the special solidarity between Vietnam and Cuba, leaving a mark for future generations. This number is a clear demonstration of the strength of consensus and solidarity throughout society. This is only the initial result.

"The program will continue to be widely deployed until October 16, mobilizing practical resources to support the Cuban people to overcome difficulties in life, health, education and sustainable development. In the coming time, the Program Organizing Committee will continue to promote propaganda and mobilization activities widely throughout society. Diverse, transparent and convenient forms of support will be deployed, so that all people, organizations and businesses can join hands," informed Mr. Nguyen Hai Anh.

Previously, on September 1, at the Party Central Committee Headquarters, under the witness of General Secretary To Lam and First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba, President of the Republic of Cuba Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez and high-ranking delegations of Cuba and Vietnam, Politburo member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee, Secretary of the Party Committee of the Fatherland Front, Central organizations, Chairman of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Do Van Chien, on behalf of the Party, State and people of Vietnam, presented the first installment of 385 billion VND to support the Cuban people. The first installment of support was transferred directly to the Cuban people after 20 days of mobilization to promptly support urgent medical and food needs, contributing to helping you overcome difficulties and stabilize your lives.

The year 2025 marks the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Cuba (1960 – 2025). Throughout that journey, the two peoples have always stood side by side, sharing the ups and downs, hardships and joys with each other. The program “65 years of Vietnam – Cuba friendship” is an opportunity for the Vietnamese people to express their respect and loyalty to the Cuban people; at the same time, it is an opportunity to further strengthen the traditional friendship, contributing to consolidating peace, cooperation and sustainable development.

According to VNA

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