This morning, a 40-day memorial ceremony for Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong took place in Mashhad, Iran, drawing a large turnout of residents, officials, and representatives from diplomatic missions and international organizations.
The ceremony was held solemnly in a major city hall, with a dignified atmosphere, fresh flowers, and a portrait of the Party General Secretary placed in a prominent position. Many delegations offered flowers, burned incense, and signed condolence books to pay tribute.
Speaking at the event, a representative of Mashhad's local government expressed deep appreciation for Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong's immense contributions to Vietnam's nation-building and development. They also reaffirmed the strong friendship between the Vietnamese and Iranian peoples over the years.
The memorial took place in an emotional and respectful atmosphere. Many Iranian citizens and overseas Vietnamese in Iran came to pay respects, light candles in remembrance, and share memories of Vietnam's esteemed leader.
The ceremony in Mashhad is part of a series of memorial activities held in countries worldwide, reflecting the international community's respect for an outstanding leader who made significant contributions to his country and to friendship among nations.
