A solemn ceremony convened at Fidel Castro Park in Dong Ha Ward, Quang Tri Province, on August 13 to honour the 100th birth anniversary of Cuban leader Fidel Castro (August 13, 1926–2026).

The Viet Nam Red Cross Society (VRCS)'s Central Committee, in coordination with the Cuban Embassy in Ha Noi, held a ceremony on August 11 to hand over the token of 100 billion VND (around 3.82 million USD) in aid to the Cuban people on the occasion of the 100th birth anniversary of Cuban leader Fidel Castro Ruz (August 13, 1926 - 2026).