Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni has wished that the time-honoured friendship and all-embracing cooperation between Cambodia and Vietnam will continue to flourish in the future.

The king made the wish at a reception for newly-appointed Vietnamese Ambassador Thach Du, who presented credentials to him, in Phnom Penh on August 21.

King Norodom Sihamoni voiced his hope that the diplomat will make practical contributions to bilateral relations, which were built and nurtured by his father Norodom Sihanouk, President Ho Chi Minh as well as other leaders of both countries.

He said the Cambodian people always keep in mind Vietnam’s assistance to his country’s development throughout history, especially experience sharing and human resources training.

For his part, Ambassador Thach Du pledged all efforts to boost the traditional solidarity and friendship and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Cambodia for the interests of the two peoples as well as for regional and international peace, stability and prosperity.-VNA