Vice State President Nguyen Thi Doan has confirmed    Vietnam’s consistent stance of supporting the Palestinian people’s struggle for peace, stability and development.

She expressed hope for seeking a peaceful solution for the Middle East based on the UN Charter, resolutions and agreements reached by concern parties while meeting with Saleh Rafat, President of the Palestine-Vietnam Friendship and Solidarity Association in Hanoi on Nov. 10.

Acknowledging fine development in the solidarity and friendship between the two countries, the Vice President said that the two sides should continue promoting cooperation in economics, trade, investment, culture, science-technology.

She asked the two friendship associations to conduct more diversified activities, contributing to the common development of the Vietnam-Palestine relations.

Saled Rafat, who is also a member of the executive board of the Palestinian Liberation Organisation, briefed Vice State President Doan of his country’s recent developments, particularly efforts in improving the state apparatus and promoting the role of women.

He said he wishes Vietnam to continue supporting the Palestinian people’s struggle for peace, independence.

He promised to spare no efforts to contribute to promoting cooperative ties with Vietnam../