Cao Hong Vinh, head of the department, said the activities toward Truong Sa during this period include workshops, exhibitions, and exchanges among OVs who visited Truong Sa. The purpose is to give the Vietnamese community in Europe and international friends a better understanding and a clearer view of the lives and courageous spirit of the soldiers working at the forefront to protect every inch of Vietnam's sacred land.
He said the OVs have made significant contributions to the construction of facilities on the islands over the past years, helping improve the lives of soldiers and residents at the forefront. These contributions have amounted to billions of VND, adding that more similar trips will be held to foster bonds between people at home and OVs, and between OVs and their love for the homeland.
Notably, a painting of Truong Sa by young artist Nguyen Tuan Dat was auctioned. He donated all proceeds worth 500 EUR (536 USD) to the organising board to support Truong Sa./.
Q.Hoa t.h / TTXVN
