65 years of Morocco-Vietnam ties celebrated in Rabat

The 65th anniversary of Morocco-Vietnam diplomatic relations took center stage in Rabat on Friday, as the Vietnamese embassy in the Kingdom joined forces with the High Commission for Former Resistance Fighters and Army Veterans to host a commemorative event.

At the heart of the celebrations was the unveiling of an exhibition titled “President Ho Chi Minh – A Symbol of Peace and International Friendship”, which will remain open to the public until June 26. The showcase traces the life of the Vietnamese national hero, whose legacy is rooted in the principles of peace, independence, and cross-border cooperation.

The event, co-organized with the Morocco-Vietnam Friendship Association and the Ho Chi Minh Memorial Site under Vietnam’s Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, also featured a seminar exploring avenues to deepen bilateral ties across diplomacy, economics, academia, culture, and human exchanges.

Mustapha El Ktiri, High Commissioner for Former Resistance Fighters and Army Veterans, opened the proceedings by emphasizing the historic and strategic significance of Morocco-Vietnam relations. “This celebration reflects the convergence of two peoples whose shared struggles and commitment to freedom have forged a bond of shared values and destiny,” he stated. He also highlighted the symbolic 2022 inauguration in Kénitra of the Vietnam Gate, a twin monument to the Morocco Gate of Bà Vi, which now stands as a testament to enduring connections across continents and generations.

Le Kim Quy, Vietnam’s ambassador to Morocco, underscored the tangible progress in bilateral relations, noting the growing frequency of high-level visits and exchanges in recent years. “This mutual trust and shared ambition to strengthen our strategic partnership are driving visible economic and cultural momentum,” she remarked. She pointed to the 2025 trade volume of $390 million as evidence of the thriving economic ties, while also highlighting advancements in education, human exchanges, and decentralized cooperation between local governments.

The day’s events concluded with the inauguration of the Ho Chi Minh Library, a repository of French, English, and Arabic works donated by the Vietnamese leader’s memorial site to the High Commission for Former Resistance Fighters and Army Veterans.