President Ho Chi Minh’s birthday celebrated abroad

To commemorate the 120th birthday of the late founding father of Vietnam, President Ho Chi Minh, an exhibition and a seminar were held at the Pridi Phanomyong Institute in Bangkok, Thailand, on May 16.

Here are some key takeaways:

• Exhibition and seminar celebrated 120th birthday of President Ho Chi Minh.
• Thai and Vietnamese scholars highlighted his simplicity and cultural significance.
• Events provided platform for education and community building.

Significance of the Events

The events drew the participation of Thai and Vietnamese scholars and researchers on President Ho Chi Minh’s life and cause, highlighting his simplicity and status as a great Vietnamese and international culturalist.

President of the Thailand-Vietnam Culture Association Lae Dilokvidhyarat and Minister Counsellor of the Vietnamese embassy in Thailand Pham Minh Tuan emphasized the significance of these events. They pointed out that they took place during a time when Vietnam is conducting various activities to celebrate President Ho Chi Minh’s birthday, recognizing him as a preeminent leader and great father of the Vietnamese people and a friend of peace and justice lovers around the world.

Education and Reflection

At the seminar, speakers from Chulalongkorn University and the Social Sciences and Humanities University of Ha Noi National University discussed President Ho Chi Minh’s simplicity in his daily life. Nguyen Thi Thu Ha from the Ho Chi Minh Museum spoke about President Ho Chi Minh’s sentiments towards Thailand and its people.

In conclusion, the exhibition and seminar in Bangkok celebrated the life and legacy of President Ho Chi Minh and recognized his enduring influence and relevance. The events provided a platform for education, reflection, and community building, showcasing the love and respect that the Vietnamese and Thai people have for this beloved leader.