The Vietnamese people are peace-lovers who value pure human values and support UNESCO’s pro-peace action plans and programs. The above remarks were made by Deputy PM Nguyen Thien Nhan at the opening ceremony of the 8th World Congress and the 30th anniversary of the World Federation of UNESCO Clubs, Centers and Associations (WFUCA) foundation, which are taking place in Hà Nội.
Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Thien Nhan
On behalf of the Government, Deputy PM Nhân welcomed 250 delegates from 50 countries around the world to the three-day event, which opened on August 19.
He appraised progressive criteria and action-oriented proposals initiated by UNESCO to effectively and comprehensively address global-scaled issues relating to mankind’s future.
“The Vietnamese Government appreciates UNESCO’s practical experience and active contributions, particularly in the fields of strategic education development planning, development of policies on science, information technology application, protection of biosphere parks, tangible and intangible cultural values preservation,” the Deputy PM said.
Delegates from over 50 countries on the globe attends the 8th World Congress and the 30th anniversary of the World Federation of UNESCO Clubs, Centers and Associations (WFUCA) foundation , Hà Nội, August 19, 2011
He also spoke highly of Việt Nam’s UNESCO clubs, centers and associations for gathering people of all walks of life to work for the country’s development.
During the event, a series of activities will also be organized including an exhibition on Việt Nam’s cultural, scientific and educational achievements and a forum for enterprises operating in the fields of culture, science and education.
There will also be a grand music festival at Bảo Sơn Paradise Park in Hà Nội on August 19 to celebrate the event. The festival will feature performances by outstanding artists from the United Kingdom, India, Russia, Israel and Việt Nam.
Since its foundation in 1981, the WFUCA has developed into a large organization with a membership of over 5,000 clubs in over 120 countries and territories.
By Hải Minh
(Theo website Nguyễn Thiện Nhân)
