VietNamNet Bridge –The Vietnam Union of Friendship Organisations (VUFO) presented the "Peace and Friendship among Nations" insignia to outgoing Chinese Ambassador to Viet Nam Sun Gouxiang, for his contributions to the friendship between the peoples of the two countries.

The honour was handed over by VUFO Chairman Vu Xuan Hong at a ceremony in Ha Noi yesterday, July 14.

For nearly three years, the ambassador had contributed greatly to boosting and developing the traditional friendship and co-operation between the two parties and states, Hong said.

People-to-people exchanges had also been increased through diversified activities, he said.

Hong commented on the wide range of successful activities held last year to mark the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries and Viet Nam-China Friendship Year.

For his part, the Chinese Ambassador promised to continue his contributions to the co-operation and friendship between the two countries.

VietNamNet/Viet Nam News