National Assembly Chairman attends 30th anniversary of Vietnam

According to the special correspondent of VNA, within the framework of the official visit to Japan, on the morning of December 6, in Tokyo, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man and his wife, along with a high-ranking delegation of the Vietnamese National Assembly, attended the 30th anniversary ceremony of the Vietnam - Japan direct flight route of Vietnam Airlines.

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man and his wife and delegates perform a ceremony to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the opening of the Vietnam - Japan direct flight route. Photo: Doan Tan/VNA

Speaking at the ceremony, Deputy Minister of Transport Nguyen Xuan Sang stated that the Ministry of Transport highly appreciated Vietnam Airlines for its role as an aviation bridge between Vietnam and Japan. Over the past 30 years, Vietnam Airlines' absolutely safe flights to Japan have not only transported goods, passengers, and served travel needs, but also contributed to promoting economic cooperation, cultural and artistic exchange, and enhancing understanding and connection between the people of the two countries. Deputy Minister Nguyen Xuan Sang affirmed that Vietnam Airlines' organization of the 30th Anniversary of the Vietnam - Japan direct flight on the occasion of the official visit of the high-ranking delegation of the Vietnamese National Assembly, led by National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man and his wife, to Japan, is of special significance in the journey of developing and upgrading the bilateral relationship between the two countries to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for peace and prosperity in Asia and the world, contributing to creating a solid foundation for the two countries to continue to cooperate effectively, for the common interests, for peace and prosperity in the region and the world.

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man and his wife witnessed the exchange of cooperation minutes between Vietnamese and Japanese enterprises. Photo: Doan Tan/VNA

The Deputy Minister of Transport expressed his belief that the Vietnam-Japan relationship will certainly continue to develop further, in which aviation is one of the important connections. To complete this task, Vietnam Airlines needs to increase flight frequency, expand its flight network, continue to improve service quality, invest in a modern fleet, and at the same time promote cooperation with Japanese partners to better meet the growing demand for this important route. At the ceremony, Vietnam Airlines General Director Le Hong Ha said that the decision to open a flight route to Japan 30 years ago was considered a strategic step by Vietnam Airlines. Vietnam Airlines' flights have become a bridge to help strengthen the friendly relationship between Vietnam and Japan, making it increasingly good and strong. To continue developing the Japan route, Vietnam Airlines will increase flight frequency, research and open new routes, focus on improving service quality and strengthening cooperation with Japanese partners.

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man and his wife witnessed Vietnamese and Japanese enterprises exchanging cooperation memorandums. Photo: Doan Tan/VNA

The achievements of Vietnam Airlines today are primarily thanks to the wise leadership of the Party, State, National Assembly, Government; the support from relevant organizations and agencies of the two countries; and the cooperation and trust of partners and customers. Affirming this, Mr. Le Hong Ha stated that as the national airline, Vietnam Airlines is committed to continuing its mission as the main aviation bridge between Vietnam and Japan, contributing to promoting economic and social development and consolidating the good relationship between the two countries. Within the framework of the event, witnessed by National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man and high-ranking delegates of the two countries, Vietnam Airlines signed a Memorandum of Understanding on 3-way cooperation between Vietnam Airlines - SaigonTourist Group and MS Tourist Agent; between Vietnam Airlines - SaigonTourist Group - Japan Dream Tour Agent to consolidate the long-term partnership, jointly cooperate to develop and expand the aviation and tourism market between Vietnam and Japan. The airline also signed a memorandum of understanding with the two largest agents in the Japanese market, JTB and HIS, to promote tourist attraction and promote sustainable tourism between the two countries. Source: https://baotintuc.vn/thoi-su/chu-tich-quoc-hoi-du-le-ky-niem-30-nam-duong-bay-thang-viet-nam-nhat-ban-20241206123351943.htm