Top Vietnamese leader pays tribute to Philippine national hero Jose Rizal
VOV.VN - Party General Secretary and State President To Lam, accompanied by his spouse and a high-level Vietnamese delegation, laid flowers at the monument to Philippine national hero Jose Rizal in Manila on June 1 as part of his state visit to the Philippines.
The Jose Rizal Monument is one of the Philippines’ most important historical landmarks. Located in the capital, it was built in honour of Jose Rizal, a physician, writer and national hero who played a pivotal role in the country’s struggle for independence.
The monument was inaugurated on December 30, 1913, exactly 17 years after Rizal’s death. The bronze statue stands atop a solemn granite pedestal.
Each year on December 30, observed as Rizal Day, thousands of Filipinos, including national leaders, visit the site to pay tribute to the national hero. The commemoration carries profound educational significance, reminding younger generations of Rizal’s patriotism and sacrifice for national independence.
The monument serves not only as a memorial site but also as a venue for cultural activities and major national events in the Philippines.
Philippines fires 21-gun salute to welcome Vietnam's top leader on state visit
VOV.VN - Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr. and First Lady Louise Araneta-Marcos hosted a ceremonial welcome for Party General Secretary and State President To Lam, his spouse and a high-level Vietnamese delegation at Malacañang Palace in Manila on June 1 during their state visit.
