The association currently operates a nationwide network of 34 member branches and continues to expand its engagement in emerging areas such as digital transformation, innovation, climate response, and youth exchanges.

The Ho Chi Minh City Union of Friendship Organisations (HUFO) held a meeting on September 28 to celebrate the 32nd German Unity Day (October 3).

Hanoi is scheduled to host the German Festival Kulturfest 2020 between October 2 and October 4 to celebrate the 45th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Germany.

The Vietnam-Germany Friendship Association on August 4 had a new 78-strong Executive Board for the 2018-2023 tenure with Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung elected as the association’s President.

Daniela Scheetz, Vice Consular General of Germany in Ho Chi Minh City, has lauded contributions made by the Vietnam-Germany Friendship Association in HCM City to enhancing the friendship and cooperation between Germany and Vietnam over the past 25 years.

A meeting was held in Ho Chi Minh City on September 30 to mark the 27th Day of German Unity (October 3).

A workshop was held in Hanoi on December 9 to discuss the role of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in the development of Vietnam and Germany.

Construction commenced on the 100 million-USD German House in Ho Chi Minh City on October 24.

The Vietnam-Germany Friendship Association received the Labour Order (first class) for effective contributions to bilateral ties during the past three decades at a celebration of its 30th birthday.