Hanoi (VNA) – Vice President Dang Thi NgocThinh hosted a reception in Hanoi on September 9 for a delegation of 106 needyand disabled children who have overcome their obstacles to achieve outstandingacademic performance.
Talking to the youths from seven cities and provincesnationwide, Thinh expressed her delight at their efforts that shine throughvarious financial and spiritual difficulties.
She hoped they will continue moving forward, making theirdreams come true and becoming good citizens who make considerable contributionsto the national growth.
The vice president took the occasion to praise the operationof the Vietnam Association for Protection of Child Rights in caring for thedisadvantaged group, helping them go to school and enjoy a better life.
Stressing that child protection is among key policies forthe country to fulfill its development goals, the leader urged public agencies,sectors, social organisations, and schools to care for the younger generations,ensuring that they are educated and no one is left behind.-VNA