Vietnam donates U$3.8 mil in aid to Cuba to mark Fidel Castro’s birth centenary
The Vietnam Red Cross Society on August 11 held a symbolic handover ceremony for an aid package worth VND100 billion (around US$3.8 million) donated by the Vietnamese people to the people of Cuba.
On August 11, the Vietnam Red Cross Society inaugurated a donation of around US$3.8 million from the Vietnamese people to the people of Cuba, coinciding with the imminent centenary of Fidel Castro Ruz's birth. The ceremony was attended by Cuba's Ambassador to Vietnam, Rogelio Polanco Fuentes, and Do Thi Thu Thao, Chairwoman of the Vietnam Red Cross Society, along with officials from various departments.
Ms. Thao highlighted that the aid symbolizes the Vietnamese people's affection, solidarity, and deep appreciation for Cuba, underscoring a friendship rooted in enduring loyalty. Ambassador Polanco Fuentes responded with immense gratitude, noting that the support comes at a time when Cuba confronts significant challenges, illustrating Vietnam's steadfast loyalty to the Cuban revolution.
He expressed confidence that the nations' bond, initiated by President Ho Chi Minh and Fidel Castro, will continue to prosper under future leadership.
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