Chuck Kuhn's Asia in Photos: Vice president of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam arrives in Cuba

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Vice president of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam arrives in Cuba

RESPONDING to an invitation from the Cuban government, Nguyen Thi Doan, vice president of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, begins an official visit to our country today.
The distinguished visitor is accompanied by a large delegation comprising Nguyen Kim Ngan, minister of labor, invalid and social affairs, who also presides over the Vietnam-Cuba Friendship Association; Nguyen Thi Tan Hoa, president of the Union of Vietnamese Women; and other officials from the Vietnamese government and Foreign Ministry.
This visit will contribute to strengthening the excellent friendly relations between the two governments, which are developing within the framework of the historical links of fraternity and solidarity that exist between the peoples of Cuba and Vietnam.
During her stay in our country, the Vietnamese vice president will have official talks with Carlos Lage Dávila, vice president of the Council of State, and also meet other Cuban government officials and Party leaders. Likewise, she will visit places of economic and social interest.
Translated by Granma International

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“I can’t say what made me fall in love with Vietnam - that a woman’s voice can drug you; that everything is so intense. The colors, the taste, even the rain. Nothing like the filthy rain in London. They say whatever you’re looking for, you will find here. They say you come to Vietnam and you understand a lot in a few minutes, but the rest has got to be lived. The smell: that’s the first thing that hits you, promising everything in exchange for your soul. And the heat. Your shirt is straightaway a rag. You can hardly remember your name, or what you came to escape from. But at night, there’s a breeze. The river is beautiful. You could be forgiven for thinking there was no war; that the gunshots were fireworks; that only pleasure matters. A pipe of opium, or the touch of a girl who might tell you she loves you. And then, something happens, as you knew it would. And nothing can ever be the same again.”
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Tips on Travel to Vietnam

It's always warm in Southeast Asia apart from high mountains, so leave the heavy clothing at home. Cotton and breathable fabrics are always better than synthetics -- although cotton does wrinkle a lot when traveling! December through April is roughly the dry season in that region, although it can still rain a little. December is a good time to go in terms of temperature -- cooler than in the humid summertime. Either way, wearing more clothing (shirt sleeves and long pants) is always more respectful towards the Asian culture, especially when visiting temples and rural areas.