At the festival, the Vietnamese booth covering 600 square meters, showcased Vietnam's outstanding achievements over the past 71 years of construction and development, especially during 30 years of the renewal process.
French people and overseas Vietnamese visiting the festival were impressed by photos of Vietnam’s major industrial projects. In his opening speech, Deputy Editor-in-chief of Nhan Dan (People) Newspaper Phan Huy Hien said Vietnam’s participation at the festival has affirmed its unity and loyalty with the French Communists.
Denis Rondepierre, Politburo member of the French Communist Party, praised the Communist Party of Vietnam and Nhan Dan newspaper for participating in the festival, helping to enhance the friendly relations between the two countries and parties.