Hanoi: Chairman of the National Assembly (NA) Tran Thanh Man and his spouse had a meeting with staff of the Vietnamese Embassy and the Vietnamese community in Singapore on December 1, as part of their official visit to the Southeast Asian country.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the meeting served as an opportunity for Tran Thanh Man to engage with the expatriate Vietnamese community, discussing various matters of interest and concern. The visit is seen as a significant gesture to strengthen the bonds between Vietnam and its citizens living abroad, while also reinforcing diplomatic ties with Singapore.

During the meeting, Tran Thanh Man highlighted the importance of the Vietnamese community in Singapore, acknowledging their contributions to fostering bilateral relations and promoting Vietnamese culture and values overseas. The event also included discussions on potential areas of collaboration and support for the community, emphasizing the Vietnamese government’s commitment to its citizens living abroad.

This engagement is part of a broader effort by Vietnamese leaders to maintain strong connections with overseas Vietnamese communities, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are addressed. The meeting in Singapore is one of several initiatives aimed at enhancing the network of Vietnamese expatriates and supporting their integration and success in their host countries.