The visit aims to bolster the traditional friendship and multifaceted relationship between Vietnam and India.

At a meeting with the Indian delegation on May 11, the Deputy Chairman of the HCM City People’s Committee, Le Minh Tri, affirmed that traditional relations between the two countries have been consistently enhanced and developed over the years and the visit of the two Indian naval ships would help strengthen bilateral relations.

Deputy Chairman Tri and Rear Admiral HCS Bisht expressed their belief that the visit not only helps bolster the two countries’ long-standing friendship but also boosts bilateral understanding of politics, economics, trade and culture as well as defence and navy.

During the visit, the ships’ crew called on the Command of the Military Zone no 7 and the Vietnam People’s Navy and are expected to see Cu Chi underground tunnels and some historical and cultural sites in the city. They will also have friendly interactions and sports exchanges with students from the Navy Technical School.