The National Assembly Chairman arrives in Udon Thani province of Thailand. Photo: VOV

Addressing the opening ceremony, Chairman Hue expressed his hope that the local community there will continue to promote the qualities of diligence, hard work, solidarity and the precious tradition of "loving others as if loving yourself."

The National Assembly Chairman delivers a speech. Photo: VOV

“Vietnam Town represents a deeper mark of Vietnamese culture in Thailand. Completion of this project will not only help attract tourists from all over the world, Vietnamese, Thai, and domestic people, but also help locals develop their business. Vietnam Town is a cultural, tourist and business area, the first Vietnamese town in the world. This model can be replicated in other parts of Thailand and other countries,” Mr. Hue said.

He added that Vietnam Town has become the pride of Vietnamese people and a vivid symbol of friendship, harmony, and bonding between the people of Udon Thani province and the Thai-Vietnamese community.

The National Assembly Chairman cuts the ribbon to inaugurate Vietnam Town. Photo: VOV

60,000 Vietnamese are living in Udon Thani. Vietnam Town was built in the Vietnamese market in the city center with 99% of its residents of Vietnamese origin.