Statue of President Ho Chi Minh unveiled at South Korean Embassy's premises
The inauguration of a statue dedicated to the late President Ho Chi Minh, during Party General Secretary To Lam's state visit to South Korea, marks a significant milestone in the deep and enduring friendship between Vietnam and South Korea. Located on the campus of the Vietnamese Embassy in Seoul, the statue is set to become an important cultural and historical landmark [1][2][3].
The ceremony was attended by Vietnamese Party General Secretary To Lam and his spouse Ngo Phuong Ly, along with a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation. The statue, a cultural and artistic work, stands as a symbol of the close and enduring friendship between the Vietnamese and Korean people [1][4].
The statue serves as a place where Koreans and visiting Vietnamese nationals can express their affection for President Ho Chi Minh and feel closer to Vietnam. It is also expected to foster unity among Vietnamese students and residents living in South Korea [5][6].
General Secretary Lam expressed hope that the embassy's staff would take good care of the statue, ensuring it remains a beacon of friendship and cooperation between the two nations [7]. The statue is a reminder of the values to which the late leader, Ho Chi Minh, devoted his life: independence, freedom, peace, friendship, and solidarity among nations [8].
The inauguration of the statue is timed with important national anniversaries for Vietnam, reinforcing its significance not only culturally but diplomatically in deepening bilateral relations [1][2][3]. It aligns with broader efforts of engagement between the two countries, including addressing the needs of the Vietnamese community in South Korea and strengthening people-to-people relations, which further solidifies friendship and cooperation at both governmental and community levels [4].
The statue is intended to inspire people to follow President Ho Chi Minh's teachings and fulfill his aspiration for Vietnam to stand shoulder to shoulder with the world's great powers. It is expected to become a popular site that encourages unity among Vietnamese people in South Korea and fosters a sense of closeness between the two nations [9].
In conclusion, the installation of the Ho Chi Minh statue embodies a symbolic and practical step toward closer Vietnam-South Korea relations through cultural diplomacy, community unity, and political partnership enhancement. This statue serves as a testament to the enduring friendship and partnership between Vietnam and South Korea, and a reminder of the shared values and aspirations of both nations.
[1] https://www.vietnamplus.vn/english/vietnamese-statue-of-president-ho-chi-minh-inaugurated-in-seoul/205984.vnp [2] https://vietnamnet.vn/en/politics/statue-of-ho-chi-minh-unveiled-in-south-korea-729566.html [3] https://www.thanhniennews.com/politics/ho-chi-minh-statue-unveiled-in-seoul-during-lam-visit-to-south-korea-691665.html [4] https://www.vietnamplus.vn/english/vietnamese-statue-of-president-ho-chi-minh-inaugurated-in-seoul/205984.vnp [5] https://www.vietnamplus.vn/english/vietnamese-statue-of-president-ho-chi-minh-inaugurated-in-seoul/205984.vnp [6] https://vietnamnet.vn/en/politics/statue-of-ho-chi-minh-unveiled-in-south-korea-729566.html [7] https://vietnamnet.vn/en/politics/statue-of-ho-chi-minh-unveiled-in-south-korea-729566.html [8] https://www.thanhniennews.com/politics/ho-chi-minh-statue-unveiled-in-seoul-during-lam-visit-to-south-korea-691665.html [9] https://www.vietnamplus.vn/english/vietnamese-statue-of-president-ho-chi-minh-inaugurated-in-seoul/205984.vnp
The statue, a cultural and artistic work, stands as a symbol of the close and enduring friendship between the Vietnamese and Korean people, aligning with broader efforts of engagement between the two countries, including addressing the needs of the Vietnamese community in South Korea and strengthening people-to-people relations.
The inauguration of the statue is timed with important national anniversaries for Vietnam, reinforcing its significance not only culturally but diplomatically in deepening bilateral relations and further solidifying friendship and cooperation at both governmental and community levels.
