Print article

Defence minister receives outgoing Israeli ambassador

VGP - Defence Minister General Ngo Xuan Lich in Ha Noi on June 26 received outgoing Israeli Ambassador to Viet Nam Meirav Eilon Shahar.

June 27, 2017 3:39 PM GMT+7

At the receiption, Ambassador Shahar showed her delight at cooperation attainments between Viet Nam and Israel over the past years.

The ambassador pledged that in any position, she will always work hard to further bolster the partnership between the two countries.

In turn, General Lich lauded the role that Ambassador Shahar has played during her stay in Viet Nam, expressing his hope that the diplomat will continue helping foster the partnership between the two countries in her new position.

Lich affirmed that Viet Nam always treasures friendship and cooperation with Israel in all fields, including defence.

                                                                                                                                By Vien Nhu