AmbassadorSon briefed his host on the socio-economic development progress inVietnam and the bilateral relations between the two countries, thankingMonaco for its support at multilateral forums such as the United Nations(UN), the International Francophone Organisation (OIF) and particularlythe International Hydrographic Organisation.
Son said Vietnamattaches importance to developing multifaceted ties with Monaco,especially in tourism, finance and oceanic research.
Ambassador Son conveyed a message from Vietnamese President Truong Tan San inviting the prince to visit Vietnam
Prince Albert II thanked President Sang for his invitation, saying that the visit will be arranged in an appropriate time.
The host lauded the significant achievements of the Vietnamese people in the national development cause.
AmbassadorSon is Vietnamese Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to theRepublic of France, Republic of Portugal, Principality of Monaco,Principality of Andorra and the Central African Republic.
Vietnam and Monaco established diplomatic relations in 2007 and Prince Albert II visited Vietnam in 1997.-VNA