Vietnam, Russia hold strategic dialogue
(VOV) - The fifth strategic dialogue on politics, national defence and security between Vietnam and Russia took place in HCM City on December 7.
The Vietnamese delegation was led by Deputy Foreign Minister Ho Xuan Son, and the Russian delegation was headed by Deputy Foreign Minister A.I.Denisov.
Both sides informed each other of the situation in their respective countries, and discussed measures to increase bilateral cooperation.
They also exchanged views on regional and international issues of mutual concern, as well as their cooperation at the United Nations and other international forums.
The same day, Denisov paid a courtesy visit to HCM City Mayor Le Hoang Quan. They agreed to promote cooperation between HCM City and Russian localities on a par with the comprehensive strategic partnership between Vietnam and Russia.
Quan proposed that Russia create conditions for HCM City businesses to invest in the Far-Eastern region.