Vietnam's Foreign Ministry Clarifies Ho Chi Minh Statue Renovation in Mexico

Recent social media speculation regarding the relocation of the statue of President Ho Chi Minh in Mexico City has been clarified by Vietnam's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Spokesperson Pham Thu Hang addressed the rumors at a press conference, stating that the statue is, in fact, undergoing a period of renovation and preservation. This initiative is being carried out in close coordination with the authorities of Mexico City, ensuring the statue's integrity and historical significance are maintained.

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theo thông tin từ Đại sứ quán Việt Nam tại Mexico, Đại sứ quán đang phối hợp chặt chẽ với chính quyền Mexico City triển khai tôn tạo tượng Chủ tịch Hồ Chí Minh tại trung tâm lịch sử của thủ đô Mexico.

The statue, a significant monument honoring the Vietnamese leader and symbolizing the strong friendship between Vietnam and Mexico, was installed in the historic center of the capital in 2009. It portrays President Ho Chi Minh seated at a simple rattan desk, with the powerful quote 'Nothing is more precious than independence and freedom' inscribed in Spanish above his signature. The Vietnamese Embassy in Mexico is actively involved in the process, working alongside local officials to guarantee the safety and security of the monument during the restoration work.

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Đây là công trình có ý nghĩa rất quan trọng, tôn vinh Chủ tịch Hồ Chí Minh - vị Lãnh tụ vĩ đại của dân tộc Việt Nam, Anh hùng giải phóng dân tộc, Danh nhân văn hóa thế giới, đồng thời là biểu tượng của hữu nghị tốt đẹp giữa Việt Nam và Mexico.

From Vietnam's perspective, the statue represents more than just a physical likeness; it is a potent emblem of international solidarity and the enduring legacy of Ho Chi Minh as a national hero and a world cultural figure. The clarification by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs serves to reassure the public and reaffirm the importance placed on preserving such symbols of international relations. While Western media might focus on the diplomatic aspect, for Vietnamese citizens, this news reinforces a sense of national pride and the global recognition of their historical figures and the values they represent. The careful preservation efforts underscore the deep respect held for President Ho Chi Minh and the enduring bond with friendly nations like Mexico.

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Việc di dời tượng là nhằm mục đích duy tu và bảo dưỡng, "dưới sự giám sát, bảo đảm an ninh, an toàn của chính quyền thành phố Mexico và Đại sứ quán Việt Nam tại Mexico"