President Quang receives Russian, Japanese diplomats
VOV.VN - President Tran Dai Quang suggested Vietnam and Russia should step up their cooperation in oil and gas and nuclear electricity at an April 19 reception for Russian Ambassador to Vietnam Konstantine Vnukov in Hanoi.
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| President Tran Dai Quang welcomes Russian Ambassador to Vietnam Konstantine Vnukov |
Ambassador Vunukov said countries involved have worked closely together to quickly implement the Vietnam-Eurasian Economic Union FTA, which will promote economic cooperation between the two countries and regions.
Receiving Japanese ambassador Hiroshi Fukada the same day, the State leader shared the losses of the Japanese government and people caused by the recent earthquake in Kumamoto.
He said he hopes Japan will continue its ODA for Vietnam and help Vietnam in responding to climate change.
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| The Vietnamese State leader (R) and Japan Ambassador Fukada |
Ambassador Fukada in turn invited Prime Minister Phuc to attend the upcoming G7 Summit in Japan.
He said the two countries should work hand in hand with other countries on the East Sea issue at global forums and ASEAN.
Japan calls on countries to refrain from actions that may complicate the situation, respect and abide by international law, he said.
The Japanese diplomat also affirmed his nation's readiness to cooperate with Vietnam in the East Sea issue and national defense and security.