Speaking at the event, Deputy Foreign Minister Nguyen Minh Vu emphasised that President Ho Chi Minh, a visionary leader and cultural icon, laid the foundation for Vietnam’s diplomacy. His life and legacy continue to inspire global peace, cooperation, and national identity.

The ministry has coordinated with agencies and localities to promote his ideals globally through various cultural and diplomatic initiatives. Across more than 30 countries, locations such as schools, parks, streets, and memorial sites bearing his name have helped foster international friendship.

The workshop highlighted the ongoing effort to standardise and expand the concept of "Ho Chi Minh Cultural Space" at embassies and representative offices abroad. These spaces are envisioned not only as memorial sites but also as platforms to share his values and connect cultures.

Participants, including scholars, diplomats, and cultural experts, discussed how to make the spaces reflect both historical reverence and modern engagement. Activities could include seminars, exhibitions, and interactive learning for overseas Vietnamese communities and international friends.

UNESCO Representative to Vietnam Jonathan W. Baker reaffirmed support for the initiative, noting that Ho Chi Minh’s values, especially on lifelong learning, resonate globally and align with UNESCO’s mission for inclusive, sustainable development.

The project aims to deepen people-to-people ties, foster mutual understanding, and present a modern, culturally rooted image of Vietnam abroad.

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