Vietnam - Myanmar Friendship Association Expresses Sympathy for Earthquake Victims

On April 1, a delegation from the Vietnam-Myanmar Friendship Association, led by President Chu Cong Phung, visited the Myanmar Embassy in Vietnam to express condolences and sign the book of mourning for victims of the devastating earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28.
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In the condolence book, Chu Cong Phung wrote "The Vietnam-Myanmar Friendship Association extends its deepest sympathies for the immense losses and suffering endured by the people of Myanmar due to the catastrophic earthquake on March 28, 2025.

We firmly believe that, with its resilient and indomitable spirit, Myanmar will overcome this tragedy, recover from the aftermath, and restore normalcy to the affected areas.

The Vietnam-Myanmar Friendship Association will continue to collaborate with the Myanmar-Vietnam Friendship Association to further strengthen the traditional friendship and comprehensive cooperation between the peoples of our two nations."

Chu Cong Phung, Chairman of the Vietnam-Myanmar Friendship Association, signs the book of mourning at the Myanmar Embassy in Vietnam. (Photo: Thanh Luan)
Chu Cong Phung, head of the Vietnam-Myanmar Friendship Association, signs the condolence book at the Myanmar Embassy in Vietnam. (Photo: Thanh Luan)

Earlier, on March 28, Chu Cong Phung sent a letter of condolences to U Thet Win, president of the Myanmar-Vietnam Friendship Association, expressing his deep shock and sorrow over the devastating earthquake. He reaffirmed the Vietnam-Myanmar Friendship Association’s unwavering support for its Myanmar counterpart and the people of Myanmar. He also extended heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and expressed profound solidarity with the people of Myanmar during this difficult time.

On March 29, Chu Cong Phung sent a letter to Soe Ko Ko - Charge d'Affaires of Myanmar in Vietnam, extending his condolences to the families of the victims (of the earthquake) and to the people of Myanmar. He affirmed that "We stand side by side with the Myanmar Embassy in Hanoi and the people of Myanmar, sharing your difficulties and emotions."

On the evening of March 31 (Vietnam time), French news agency AFP, citing Myanmar’s military authorities, reported that the death toll from the March 28 earthquake had risen to 2,056, with over 3,900 injured and nearly 300 still missing. The casualty figures may continue to rise as many affected areas remain isolated. The international community and regional countries are making concerted efforts to assist Myanmar in rescue operations, and disaster recovery.

Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations sends condolence letter

On March 31, Phan Anh Son, president of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, sent a letter of condolences to U Thet Win, president of the Myanmar-Vietnam Friendship Association. In the letter, he wrote:

"We are deeply shocked and saddened by the news of the powerful earthquake and aftershocks that struck Myanmar on March 28, 2025. The loss of lives and property suffered by the people of Myanmar grieves us immensely.

In this moment of sorrow, on behalf of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations, we extend our deepest condolences and reaffirm our solidarity with the Myanmar-Vietnam Friendship Association and the people of Myanmar. We understand that, despite the geographical distance, the hearts of our two nations remain close in times of hardship.

We sincerely extend our sympathies to the families of those who lost loved ones, hope that Myanmar’s resilience and unity will help the country overcome this tragedy, and swiftly restore peace and stability.

With the long-standing friendship between our nations, we firmly believe that Myanmar will emerge stronger from this adversity."

Myanmar Embassy in Vietnam calls for support for earthquake victims

On March 31, the Myanmar Embassy in Vietnam issued an urgent appeal for emergency medical supplies, medicines, and food items (instant noodles, energy biscuits, packaged food, canned fish, family tents (tunnel type), sleeping bags, blankets, foldable mosquito nets, personal hygiene kits, family hygiene kits, and women's hygiene products), as well as financial contributions to help the people of Myanmar overcome difficulties.

Vietnam - Myanmar Friendship Association Expresses Sympathy for Earthquake Victims
Announcement from the Myanmar Embassy in Vietnam.

Myanmar citizens/ Myanmar communities in Vietnam and benevolent Vietnam citizens who wish to contribute cash assistance and relief items for the earthquake victims individually or as a group, please kindly contact the following numbers and email for donation inquiries:

Phone: 0978607333 (Myanmar/Eng), 0987062456 (Vietnam/Eng)

Email: myanmarhanoiembassy@gmail.com

The Myanmar Embassy will expeditiously send cash assistance and relief items contributed by well-wishers and donors for the earthquake victims to the National Natural Disaster Management Committee through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Myanmar.

In addition, financial contributions can also be made directly to the National Natural Disaster Management Committee of Myanmar through the following foreign currency accounts, and a copy of the transfer receipt may kindly be sent to the Embassy’s email: myanmarhanoiembassy@gmail.com

Foreign Currency Account

Myanmar Foreign Trade Bank, Yangon

  • SWIFT CODE/BIC: MFTBMMMY
  • Beneficiary Name: Natural Disaster Management Fund
  • Beneficiary A/C No: 0111284000000063

Myanma Economic Bank, Nay Pyi Taw

  • SWIFT CODE/BIC: MYEBMMMY
  • Beneficiary Name: Natural Disaster Management Fund
  • Beneficiary A/C No: EDN-600018
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