New Delhi (VNA) – The Embassy ofVietnam in India held a ceremony in New Delhi on January 1 to mark the fifthanniversary of Vietnam – Bhutan diplomatic ties (January 19, 2012-2017).
The event was attended by VietnameseAmbassador to India, Bhutan and Nepal Ton Sinh Thanh and Ambassador of Bhutanto India Vetsop Namgye.
In his opening remark, Thanh highlightedthe growing Vietnam – Bhutan diplomatic relations over the past five years,proven by the appointment of Vietnamese Ambassador to Bhutan.
He underlined similarities between the twonations, saying that both Vietnam and Bhutan have a solid legacy of Buddhism, adiverse culture and beautiful landscapes.
The two countries see great potential forcooperation in all fields, the ambassador said, expressing his hope that thepotential will be tapped via leader visits, enhanced cultural, tourism andtrade exchanges, and mutual support at regional and international forums.
For his part, Ambassador Vetsop Namgye saidhis country has attached importance to its relationship with Vietnam. Bhutanpeople admire Vietnam’s past struggle for national liberation as well as itscurrent reform and development achievements, he added.
He agreed with the Vietnamese diplomat onthe bilateral cooperation potential in tourism and agriculture and expressedhis hope to enhance collaboration in trade and investment.
Participants enjoyed Vietnamese food after theceremony.-VNA
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