On the morning of April 15, General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and President of the State Xi Jinping met with representatives of Chinese and Vietnamese youth participating in the “Red Study Tour” at the Great Hall of the People, together with General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President of the State To Lam, who was in China on a state visit.

Xi Jinping stated that last year, General Secretary To Lam and I jointly launched the “Red Study Tour” project. Over the past year, young people from both countries have explored the shared “red genes” of China-Vietnam friendship, experienced the vast prospects of Chinese modernization, and left behind many vivid stories of mutual learning and growing friendship across various regions of China. The future of China-Vietnam friendship lies with the youth. I believe that the young people of China and Vietnam will surely have the courage to become inheritors and successors of the enduring friendship between our two nations, and our shared cause will certainly continue to thrive.

Great Hall of the People

The Great Hall of the People is a monumental state building located on the western edge of Tiananmen Square in Beijing, China. Completed in 1959 as one of the “Ten Great Buildings” constructed for the 10th anniversary of the People’s Republic, it serves as the principal meeting and legislative hall for the National People’s Congress and hosts major political events and diplomatic receptions.

China

China is one of the world’s oldest continuous civilizations, with a recorded history spanning over 4,000 years, marked by successive dynasties, profound philosophical traditions like Confucianism, and inventions such as paper and gunpowder. Today, it is a vast modern nation-state officially known as the People’s Republic of China, blending its immense historical heritage with rapid economic development and global influence. Culturally, it is renowned for landmarks like the Great Wall and the Forbidden City, which symbolize its imperial past and enduring cultural identity.

Vietnam

Vietnam is a Southeast Asian nation with a rich history shaped by millennia of indigenous dynasties, Chinese influence, and French colonial rule, culminating in its independence in the 20th century. Culturally, it is renowned for its ancient temples, vibrant cuisine, and UNESCO World Heritage sites like Ha Long Bay and the complex of Huế Monuments. Today, it is a rapidly developing country that blends its deep traditions with modern growth.