The German President visited the Temple of Literature, strolled through the streets, and enjoyed Vietnamese coffee.

On the afternoon of January 23rd, immediately after arriving in Hanoi to begin his two-day state visit to Vietnam (January 23-24), German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and his wife visited the Temple of Literature (Dong Da District, Hanoi), strolled through the streets, and enjoyed Vietnamese coffee.

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and his wife were given a tour guide's introduction to the history of the Temple of Literature - National University. The Temple of Literature was built in 1070. In 1076, King Ly Nhan Tong established the National University next to the Temple of Literature, which can be considered the first university in Vietnam. It is expected that today, January 23rd, President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and his wife will attend the official welcoming ceremony hosted by President Vo Van Thuong. The two leaders will then hold talks, witness the signing of several documents, and meet with the press to announce the results of the talks. In addition, the German President will also meet with the Chairman of the National Assembly , Vuong Dinh Hue, and attend a reception hosted by President Vo Van Thuong and his wife. Tomorrow, January 24th, President Frank-Walter Steinmeier will meet with Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and visit Ho Chi Minh City.

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and his wife visit the Temple of Literature - National University.

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The German President and his wife listened to a presentation about the history of the Temple of Literature - National University.

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The state visit to Vietnam by President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and his wife takes place against the backdrop of deepening bilateral relations and substantive developments in many areas.

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The German President and his wife listen to a presentation about the doctoral steles at the Temple of Literature - National University.

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President Frank-Walter Steinmeier beats the ceremonial drum at the Temple of Literature - National University.

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After visiting the Temple of Literature - National University, the German President and his wife took a stroll through the streets.

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The German President and his wife took a stroll in Thanh Mien alley (Dong Da District).

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The German president waves to people in the alley.

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President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and his wife, along with their delegation, chose a small cafe to enjoy Vietnamese coffee.

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