Both sides expressed happiness at the growing ties of friendship and cooperation between the two countries and the mutual desire to further deepen cooperation across a broad spectrum of areas, according to the press release.
This is the first state visit to Vietnam by the King and Queen of Bhutan since the two countries established diplomatic relations in 2012, marking an important milestone in bilateral relations.
King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck of Bhutan arrived in Hanoi on August 18, beginning their five-day state visit to Vietnam, at the invitation of State President Luong Cuong and his spouse.
Hai believed that the visit would usher in a new phase of cooperation, making the Vietnam – Bhutan friendship more practical and effective for the benefit of their people, while contributing to peace, stability, and prosperity in the region and beyond.
Building on their strong friendship, the state visit to Vietnam by the King and the Queen from August 18 to 22 reflects Bhutan’s high regard for its friendship and cooperation with Vietnam, as well as Vietnam’s growing role and position in the region.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Do Hung Viet has suggested Vietnam and Bhutan promote cooperation and mutual understanding, towards further boosting the bilateral relations.
