HANOI, Nov. 12 (Xinhua) -- Young people from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) showed their solidarity at their ongoing celebration of the 19th ASEAN Youth Day held in Vietnam, from Monday to Friday.
The event, held in capital Hanoi and northern Quang Ninh province, themed "youth unite for a prosperous ASEAN", aimed to uphold the youth's role in building the ASEAN Community in 2015.
Participants exchanged information, experience and initiatives to enhance their understanding and cooperation, contributing to building a united and prosperous ASEAN.
Ten accomplished youth organizations would be honored for their outstanding performance in organizing meaningful programs and activities in environmental protection, culture, education and training, employment and health care.
Another ten young people would also be honored for their great contributions to the community, according to state-run Vietnam News Agency on Tuesday.