President of the Vietnam Fatherland Front, Do Van Chien told the launching ceremony that the rally marks the Vietnam-Cuba Friendship Year and the 65th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two nations in 2025. It’s a humanitarian activity demonstrating the Vietnamese people’s affection and solidarity of the for the Cuban people.

"The program provides material support to help Cuba overcome immediate difficulties and conveys a strong message of sharing, empathy, and international solidarity, and that under any circumstances, the Vietnamese people always stand shoulder to shoulder with the Cuban people. Vietnam-Cuba solidarity is an invaluable asset of both nations. Today, we continue to write new chapters of that friendship through concrete actions, so that every Cuban person can clearly understand that, despite the geographical distance, Vietnam is always ready to share with Cuban friends,” said Mr. Chien.