Russian President looks to stronger ties with VN

VGP - Russia expects to consolidate the strategic partnership with Viet Nam, affirmed President Vladimir Putin in a congratulatory message sent to State President Truong Tan Sang on the occasion of the country’s 69th anniversary of National Day.

September 02, 2014 8:08 PM GMT+7

President Vladimir Putin - Photo: RIA Novosti/Aleksey Nikolskyi

The stronger ties between Viet Nam and Russia will not only benefit the two countries but also ensure stability and security in the Asia-Pacific region.

President Putin also spoke highly of Viet Nam’s socio-economic and scientific and technological achievements as well as its prestige in the region and the world.

In addition, he stressed that the current Viet Nam-Russia relations are friendly and constructive.

Both countries set up strategic partnership in 2001 and the bilateral ties have been ceaselessly consolidated and enhanced./.

By Hai Minh