U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam Jennifer Wicks and Standing Vice Chairman of the Quang Tri Provincial People’s Committee Hoang Nam pay tribute at the Quang Tri Citadel Special National Relic Site

In a solemn atmosphere, Ambassador Jennifer Wicks, members of the delegation and Quang Tri provincial leaders observed a minute of silence in memory of the fallen soldiers and offered incense at the memorial at the Quang Tri Citadel Special National Relic Site.

The U.S. Embassy delegation and Quang Tri provincial leaders visit and pay tribute at the Quang Tri Citadel Special National Relic Site

The visit and tribute-paying ceremony at the Quang Tri Citadel Special National Relic Site was among the activities undertaken by the U.S. Embassy delegation during its working visit to Quang Tri Province.

The U.S. Embassy delegation and Quang Tri provincial leaders visit the Quang Tri Citadel Special National Relic Site

On the occasion, Standing Vice Chairman Hoang Nam discussed with Ambassador Jennifer Wicks and members of the delegation Quang Tri’s efforts to address the consequences of war, accelerate bomb and mine clearance, and provide support for war victims. He also highlighted the province’s work to preserve, restore and promote the value of historical relic sites across the province.

U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam Jennifer Wicks and Standing Vice Chairman Hoang Nam shake hands at the Quang Tri Citadel Special National Relic Site

Through these efforts, Quang Tri continues to promote the historical and cultural values of a land that endured tremendous loss and sacrifice during the war, while building its image as a land of aspirations for peace and a place where the messages of peace, friendship, cooperation and shared development are widely promoted.

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