Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung attends Angola's 50th National Day celebration
WVR - On the evening of November 12, in Hanoi, the Embassy of Angola in Vietnam organized a ceremony to commemorate the 50th National Day (November 11, 1975 - November 11, 2025) and the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Angola and Vietnam (November 12, 1975 - November 12, 2025). Party Central Committee Secretary and Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung attended and spoke at the event.
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| Party Central Committee Secretary and Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung attends the 50th National Day celebration of Angola. (Photo: Thanh Long) |
Speaking at the ceremony, Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung extended his best wishes to the government and people of Angola, while highly appreciating the significant achievements Angola has made over the past 50 years.
The year 1975 marked a historic milestone for both nations, with Vietnam achieving complete reunification and Angola declaring independence. The official establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries just one day later (November 12, 1975) is a testament to their shared commitment to core values of independence, freedom, and development.
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| Party Central Committee Secretary and Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung speaks at the Anniversary Celebration. (Photo: Thanh Long) |
Since then, bilateral relations have flourished across various fields, from political-diplomatic, economic, and cultural exchanges to education and people-to-people interactions.
Minister Le Hoai Trung emphasized: “With a solid foundation of friendship over the past 50 years, Vietnam and Angola are well-positioned to elevate bilateral relations to new heights – more substantive, effective, and enduring, becoming a model for South-South cooperation.”
The Minister noted that Angola has become one of Vietnam's leading partners in Africa today.
On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of Angola's Independence Day and the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries, President Luong Cuong made a state visit to Angola in early August 2025.
The visit was a resounding success, yielding significant outcomes and opening up numerous new opportunities for cooperation in economic, trade, investment, and people-to-people exchanges...
These are clear demonstrations of the solidarity, affection, and importance that the Party, State, and people of Vietnam attach to their relationship with Angola, as well as the promising partnership between the two nations.
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| Ambassador Fernando Miguel stated that Angola wishes to enhance cooperation with Vietnam in areas such as investment, trade, technology transfer, and technical vocational training. (Photo: Thanh Long) |
The Angolan Ambassador to Vietnam, Fernando Miguel, expressed deep emotion and gratitude for the presence and sentiments of the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs leaders and distinguished guests.
He affirmed that November 11, 1975, not only marked a historic moment for Angola but also “opened an irreversible path towards freedom”.
Ambassador Fernando Miguel emphasized that Angola today has become a key player in promoting peace, security, and economic integration in Africa, while also seeking to strengthen cooperation with Vietnam in investment, trade, technology transfer, and technical vocational training.
The Ambassador shared: “Angola will forever cherish the precious solidarity that Vietnam extended to us during the most challenging times of our struggle for independence and national reconstruction.”
Ambassador Fernando Miguel is confident that future generations of both nations will continue to nurture the strong friendship for peace and shared prosperity.
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| Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung and Ambassador Fernando Miguel toast to celebrate Angola's 50th National Day. (Photo: Thanh Long) |
The ceremony took place in a vibrant Angolan cultural setting, featuring an exhibition of photographs depicting the people and life in Angola, along with exquisite traditional handicrafts.
Guests also enjoyed signature dishes such as fufu, fried tilapia (cacusso fritto), and calulu, offering an authentic taste of Angolan culture.
The anniversary celebration concluded in a warm atmosphere of friendship, affirming a 50-year journey of close ties between Vietnam and Angola.
With a strong foundation from the past, the two countries are well-equipped to build a future of even more effective cooperation together.
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| Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung and Ambassadors take a commemorative photo. (Photo: Thanh Long) |
