International Diplomats Affirm General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong's Role in Modern Vietnamese History
	Vietnamese Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong Praised by International Press

Upon hearing the news of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong's passing, overseas Vietnamese in China expressed their profound love, boundless gratitude, and deep sorrow to VNA correspondents in Beijing. They showed their affection for the exemplary leader of the Vietnamese Party and State, who always cared for the Vietnamese community abroad in general and the Vietnamese community in China in particular.

On the afternoon of January 15, 2017, General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong concluded his official visit to the People's Republic of China. The photo captures the farewell ceremony for General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong at Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport in Zhejiang Province, China. (Photo: Tri Dung/VNA).

In 2017, General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong visited China at the invitation of the General Secretary and Chinese President Xi Jinping. He was the first high-ranking foreign leader that China welcomed in 2017. Bui Van Kien, a Vietnamese citizen residing in Beijing, was honored to represent the Vietnamese community in welcoming the General Secretary and receiving his report on Vietnam’s economy, culture, diplomacy, and trade, with a particular focus on the achievements in promoting Vietnam-China relations.

At the meeting, the Party chief received the difficulties faced by the Vietnamese community in China and directed the Vietnamese Embassy to implement practical policies to help resolve these obstacles.

“He was a friendly, approachable, and open person. I always cherish those moments and the photo I was honored to take with him is a very precious memory,” shared Kien.

Since General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong's visit to China, Kien has closely followed the development in Vietnam-China relations and Vietnam's standing in the international arena. He is delighted to see that under the leadership of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, Vietnam has become a significant economy in the region, with its role and position increasingly elevated.

Upon hearing the news of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong's passing, Kien and the Vietnamese community in China felt deep sadness.

“Seeing the recent photos, knowing he was elderly and seriously ill but still diligently working in the hospital's treatment room, I felt even more admiration and respect for him. He is a bright example of revolutionary ethics, dedicating his entire life to the development and elevation of Vietnam's position.

I believe that inheriting his thoughts and achievements, the Vietnamese people at home and abroad will become more united and confident in the Party’s leadership and policies, to which he devoted his entire heart,” said Kien.

Le Ngoc Quyen, head chef of the famous SuSu restaurant chain in Beijing and a member of the Executive Committee of the Provisional Vietnamese Business Association in China, who has lived in China for nearly 13 years, shared his surprise and sadness upon hearing the news of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong's passing.

In his mind, General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong was a wise, dedicated, and hardworking leader for the country and the people. "I once had the opportunity to meet him. I will always remember his image of being very approachable and friendly, shaking hands and smiling with everyone he met," shared Quyen.

Quyen also noted that after the historic visit by General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong to China in late October and early November 2022, the relationship between Vietnam and China has become increasingly close. Many documents, agreements, and policies have been signed to facilitate trade and the exchange of agricultural, forestry, and seafood products between the two countries, making export-import activities and cargo transportation easier and more convenient.

The shock, disheartenment, and mourning were also shared by the overseas Vietnamese in Hong Kong and Macau, China, upon hearing the news of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong's passing.

According to VNA correspondents in Hong Kong, Lawyer Doan Quynh Linh, President of the Vietnamese Association in Hong Kong shared her impressions of a leader who maintained a simple lifestyle, often using witty literary phrases when interacting with people. This left a deep impression on her and the Vietnamese community in Hong Kong.

Dr. Nguyen Hoang Long from the University of Hong Kong, China, shares his affection for General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong. (Photo: VNA)

The lawyer said that General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong dedicated his life to the people up until his final breath, and his shining example will be an inspiration for many future generations to learn from.

Lawyer Doan Quynh Linh affirmed that the Vietnamese community in Hong Kong highly appreciates the policies of the Party and State under the leadership of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, which always showed care for overseas Vietnamese and connected expatriates with compatriots in the homeland.

In his speeches at important events, General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong always sent heartfelt greetings to the Vietnamese community abroad, emphasizing their inseparable part of the Vietnamese nation.

Tran Thi Gon, Vice President of the Vietnamese Association in Macau emotionally shared that she and the overseas Vietnamese in Macau always follow the country's development under General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong’s leadership.

What impressed her most was his speeches to overseas Vietnamese, where he encouraged the community to continuously learn and innovate to contribute to the country's prosperity and beauty.

She was very touched by the care shown by the Party and State, especially by General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong for overseas Vietnamese in general and in Macau in particular during the COVID-19 pandemic.

According to Gon, the voice and role of the Vietnamese community in Macau have been elevated, and the rights of Vietnamese workers have been ensured through changes in laws and the Party and State's attention.

According to Dr. Nguyen Hoang Long from the University of Hong Kong, China, the policies concerning overseas Vietnamese by the Party and State in recent years under the leadership of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong have played a crucial role in connecting overseas Vietnamese who always look toward the homeland.

The Vietnam-China relationship in general and the Vietnam-Hong Kong relationship in particular have developed strongly, bringing many practical benefits to the people.

Dr. Long noted that General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong was a leader who always listened and cared for people's lives, which is greatly appreciated by the Vietnamese community in Hong Kong.

The Party chief is a shining example for the younger generation, especially young intellectuals studying and researching abroad, in terms of steadfastness in thought, decisiveness in leadership, simplicity in life, and complete dedication to national development.

Enduring Legacy of Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong's Simple Daily Moments Writing a letter to his former teacher, visiting his old school, celebrating the Lunar New Year, holding a child on New Year's Eve at Ho ...

General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong Remembered in Hearts of Overseas Vietnamese "No matter where you go, remember that you are descendants of the Lac Hong lineage, and whatever you do, remember that you are Vietnamese, preserving ...