50th anniversary of Paris Peace Accords marked in France
The Vietnamese Embassy in France on January 18 held a ceremony to mark the 50th anniversary of the Paris Agreement on Ending the War and Restoring Peace in Vietnam (Paris Peace Accords) (January 27, 1973-2023).
Vietnamese Ambassador Dinh Toan Thang speaks at the event (Photo: VNA)
Paris (VNA) – The Vietnamese Embassy in France on January 18 held a ceremony to mark the 50th anniversary of the Paris Agreement on Ending the War and Restoring Peace in Vietnam (Paris Peace Accords) (January 27, 1973-2023).
In his remarks at the event, Ambassador Dinh Toan Thang highlighted the significance of Paris Peace Accords, emphasising that 50 years have passed since the agreement was signed but the symbolic values of peace still need to be preserved and fostered.
Referring to the support of French friends for Vietnam, the diplomat affirmed Vietnam always remembers that France has shared with Vietnam common values of peace and solidarity.
International solidarity, especially the great support that the French people gave to their Vietnamese peers in the process to regain independence and peace, is a solid basis for building the friendship and cooperation between France and Vietnam, he stressed.
He showed the gratitude to all long-time friends of Vietnam in various associations and political organisations of France, who have contributed to promoting peace and friendship between the two countries.
The ambassador wished Vietnam and France will continue to maintain this tradition, thus further strengthening the bilateral friendship and solidarity in the future.
Vice President of the French Senate Pierre Laurent speaks at the ceremony (Photo: VNA)
For his part, Vice President of the French Senate Pierre Laurent recalled memories of solidarity and sincere help of friends from the French Communist Party (PCF) during the peace negotiation process from 1968 to 1973, which was the longest of its kind in the diplomacy history in the 20th century with more than 200 public meetings, dozens of secret meetings and hundreds of press conferences and exchanges.
During those five years, the relationship between the French and Vietnamese communists was always strong and has been maintained until today, he said.
Laurent affirmed that Vietnam is more than ever an important partner of France in dealing with global challenges to build a world of peace and ensure security for mankind.
Participants at a seminar on Paris Peace Accords (Photo: VNA)
Previously, roundtable talks on Paris Peace Accords, and the Vietnam-France relations from the perspective of insiders were organised under the host of Pierre Journoud - contemporary history lecturer at France's Paul-Valéry Montpellier 3 University.
On this occasion, Journoud introduced a 438-page book published in late December 2022, which collects articles by French and Vietnamese scholars, researchers, and politicians on their views on how to solve East Sea-related issues by "soft power" instead of using force./.
A symposium was held in Hanoi on January 16 to highlight the historical significance and lessons of the Paris agreement on ending the war and restoring peace in Vietnam, 50 years since the signing of the accords on January 27, 1973.
The Paris Agreement on Ending the War and Restoring Peace in Vietnam (Paris Peace Accords), reached on January 27, 1973, is a vivid historical proof of the aspiration for peace and the tradition of amicable diplomacy of the Vietnamese people; and an important premise of the foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, multilateralisation and diversification in the period of Doi Moi (Renewal) and extensive international integration over the past more than 35 years.
A photo exhibition, themed “Paris Peace Accords – A Door to Peace”, opened at Ho Chi Minh Museum in the capital city of Hanoi on January 16, on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the signing of the agreement (January 27, 1973-2023).
A postage stamp collection on the Paris Agreement on Ending the War and Restoring Peace in Vietnam (Paris Peace Accords) is set to be issue on January 27, also the date on which the document was reached five decades ago.
L’Historique de Verrières (Historical Association) in Verrières-le-Buisson city on the outskirts of Paris has opened an exhibition of photos, documents and newspapers on the wartime in Vietnam, as part of activities marking the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Paris Agreement on Ending the War and Restoring Peace in Vietnam (Paris Peace Accords) 50 years ago (January 27, 1973).
Nghia affirmed that this is a milestone of special significance, affirming and honouring the the Vietnamese revolutionary press’s glorious tradition of 100 years of serving the revolutionary cause of the Party, serving the Fatherland, and serving the people.
The Party and State of Vietnam always attach great importance to and give top priority to the development of Vietnam–China relations. Vietnam is ready to work with the Chinese Party and State to further deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership and promote the building of the Vietnam-China community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
Under the leadership of President Ho Chi Minh and the CPV, President Cuong said, the press has been a steadfast force on the ideological and cultural front, rallying the masses to pursue national aspirations.
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed the need to accelerate the application of artificial intelligence and smart teaching equipment, innovate teaching and assessment methods, and further improve the quality of formal education.
He also pledged that the NA will promote its ongoing supervision, making sure that every promise must lead to results, and every commitment must bring about real changes.
Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien welcomed the proposals put forward by the US side and reiterated Vietnam’s request for consideration of key areas of interest, including reciprocal tariff policies and access for Vietnamese key export products to the US market.
Deputy PM Le Thanh Long proposed countries promote shared values, including building trust, sincerity, and solidarity among nations and peoples; fostering cooperation spirit and responsible behaviour as well as upholding international law and the UN Charter; and placing people at the centre and as the goal, the key player, and the driving force of all policies.
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Lao Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane affirmed that the presence of Vietnamese press offices in Laos vividly demonstrates the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between the two nations, as the press is not only a means of communication but also an important bridge for spreading consciousness about the history, values, and strategic depth of the Laos – Vietnam relationship to the people of both countries and the international community.
The country is willing to participate in collective efforts to promote cooperation and mobilise resources to advance the current priority issues of developing countries, such as trade, investment, infrastructure connectivity, making the most of scientific and technological advances for development, and people-to-people exchanges, Hang said.
During the negotiations, the US highly evaluated Vietnam’s goodwill and efforts, affirmed its appreciation for the bilateral relationship, acknowledged Vietnam’s proposals and concerns, and considered these an important basis for continuing discussions and moving towards a final agreement.
Vietnamese Ambassador Dinh Toan Thang speaks at the event (Photo: VNA) 
Vice President of the French Senate Pierre Laurent speaks at the ceremony (Photo: VNA) 
Participants at a seminar on Paris Peace Accords (Photo: VNA) 
