(VOVworld) – The 2014 Vietnam-Japan Youth Exchange wrapped up in the southern province of Binh Phuoc on Wednesday.

Seki Akinori, President of the Asia Association of Education and Exchange presents a gift for Ms. Ton Ngoc Hanh, Secretary of the provincial Youth Union

During the 6-day event, young people from Binh Phuoc province and Japan had an opportunity to learn more about each country’s culture and share experiences in various fields.

Foster families in Binh Phuoc and Japanese youths (Photo: tinhdoanbinhphuoc.vn)

Under the program, 18 Japanese representatives lived with five local families to experience practical daily activities and learn their cultivation models. Japanese youths presented 70 gifts to local disadvantaged students who have overcome their difficulties to achieve good performances in their studies.