Hanoi (VNA) – A Portuguese - Vietnamese dictionary was introducedin Hanoi on September 6 by the Vietnam - Brazil Friendship and Cooperation Association.
Speaking at the ceremony, Associate Professor, Dr. Vu Kim Bang, head of the compiling board, said this aims to meet demandof those who love Portuguese and wish to spread the use of thelanguage in Vietnam.
He emphasised that the dictionary was compiled with themost updated language and methods, aiming to both serve the study and teaching of thelanguage in Vietnam and provide practical assistance to Vietnamese peoplewho want to work, do business and travel in Portuguese-speaking countries.
Besides, the dictionary is also a bridge thatcontributes to spreading the culture of Portuguese-speaking countries ingeneral, Portuguese and Brazilian culture in particular in Vietnam, he added.
According to the board, with diverse topics and high applicability, the introductionof the dictionary is expected to contribute to enhancing exchanges and mutualunderstanding about politics, economy and culture between Vietnam and Brazil inparticular and Portuguese-speaking countries in general./.