Welcome ceremony for Bhutanese King and Queen on official visit to Vietnam

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King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck of Bhutan arrive in Hanoi on August 18, beginning their five-day state visit to Vietnam, at the invitation of State President Luong Cuong and his spouse.

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President Luong Cuong and the Bhutanese King stand on the honourary podium while military bands play the national anthems of both sides.

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This is the highest-level visit ever paid by a Bhutanese leader to Vietnam, marking an important new stage in bilateral relations since the establishment of diplomatic ties in 2012.

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Both host and guest review the guard of honour of the Vietnam People's Army in Hanoi.

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This State visit made by the King and Queen of Bhutan holds great significance, adding fresh impetus to elevating diplomatic relations to new heights, especially in trade, tourism, and people-to-people exchanges.

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The two leaders and their spouses pose together for a group photo.

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They hold talks immediately after the conclusion of the welcome ceremony.

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The talks review recent cooperation and discuss future directions.

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President Luong Cuong welcomes the Bhutanese King and his high-ranking delegation to Vietnam for an official visit.

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The Bhutanese King shows sincere thanks for the warm welcome given by Vietnam in Hanoi.

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After the talks, President Luong Cuong and King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck witness the exchange of cooperation documents between the two countries.