NATIONAL LIBRARY OF VIETNAM

On 26^th November, 2015, the National Library of Vietnam (NLV) held a reception ceremony of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mexico and National Culture and Arts Council awarding the NLV. Attending the ceremony were Mrs. Sara Valdés Bolaño - Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Union of Mexico in Vietnam and Embassy's officials; Mrs. Kieu Thuy Nga - Director of the NLV, Deputy Directors and other managing officials of the library. In the framework of the welcoming activities to celebrate the 40th anniversary and official establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Mexico (1975-2015), a number of cultural programs were carried out in both countries to further tighten this traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation. To continuation of these cultural exchange programs in two countries, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mexico and National Culture and Arts Council through Mexican Embassy in Vietnam donated over 40 books introducing about the history, country, people, and unique cultures of the beautiful Mexico. This is a meaningful gift added to the collection of books in Spanish which is currently available at the NLV, also it is a valuable resources to help Vietnamese readers learn more about Mexico - the country of colors and festivals.

On 5th November, 2015, Mr. Wilfred Hulzebosch, Coordinator of the project "The EU Public Diplomacy and Outreach in Vietnam" (EU - PDO) has awarded a special publication on the 25-year cooperation relations between the European Union and Vietnam to the National Library of Vietnam (NLV). The author of the book, Professor Andrew Hardy also showed up atthe reception. The book "History of the Vietnam – European Union Relationship 1990-2015" was published on the occasion of the 25th establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and the European Union (EU). The content is a vivid and engaging narrative about the key milestones in the development of relations between two sides: the initially friendly relationship that merely focuses on aids has gradually developed into a more significant partnership, including political dialogue and tight connections on investment and economy.

Since 1975, Vietnam and Panama have established diplomatic relations. Since then, the cooperation relationship between Vietnam – Panama has actively progressed. Two countries are constantly promoting the relationship regarding various fields, especially economy, trade, tourism, science-technology, and supporting both countries’ businesses in getting to know more about investment opportunities in the other markets, particularly focusing on the development of close cooperation in international organizations and multilateral forums. On the occasion of 40 years of establishing diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Panama (28^th August, 1975 – 28^th August, 2015) and Panama’s 112^th Independence Day (3^rd November, 1903 – 3^rd November, 2015). On 26^th October, 2015, with the approval of Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MoCST), the National Library of Vietnam coordinated with the Republic of Panama in Vietnam to host the Gallery Exhibition “Enjoy Panama”.