Vietnam – Japan relations have enough foundations to raise them to new heights

President Vo Van Thuong affirmed that Vietnam – Japan relations are in the best stage of development ever and have full basis to raise them to new heights in the near future.

On September 22, at the Presidential Palace, President Vo Van Thuong and his wife received Japanese Crown Prince Akishino and Princess Kiko.

At the reception, President Vo Van Thuong believed that the visit of the Crown Prince and Princess would make an important contribution to strengthening understanding between the people of the two countries, creating a solid foundation to promote friendly relations. Cooperation between the two countries will develop strongly in the future.

Expressing his joy at the positive and proud achievements in cooperation between the two countries in all fields, the President affirmed that the relationship between the two countries is currently at the best stage of development ever and Full basis to raise to new heights in the near future.

He also sent his thanks and hoped that Japan would continue to care and create favorable conditions for the community of nearly 500,000 Vietnamese people living, studying and working in Japan. At the same time, we are ready to create the best conditions for Japanese businesses and people to do business and live smoothly in Vietnam.

At the meeting, Crown Prince Akishino and the Princess respectfully conveyed greetings and good health wishes from King Naruhito and Queen of Japan to President Vo Van Thuong and his wife.

At the same time, the King and Queen of Japan sent a message of thanks to the Vietnamese leaders for inviting the Crown Prince and Princess to an official visit on this occasion, hoping that the visit will contribute to strengthening the friendly and cooperative relationship between the two. water.

The Crown Prince said he was very impressed by the rapid and strong changes and development of Vietnam in the past 11 years since his visit in 2012 and was delighted with the strong, comprehensive and outstanding development of Vietnam. Extensive strategic partnership between Vietnam and Japan.

Recalling the historical connection between the two countries since the 8th century, Crown Prince Akishino emphasized the cultural similarities and long-term historical connection, in the spirit of mutual respect that has formed the foundation. solid friendship between the two countries. That foundation is being inherited, nurtured and developed by the next generations.

On behalf of the State and people of Vietnam, President Vo Van Thuong thanked King Naruhito’s message, as well as the affection and concern of the Royal Family, leaders and people of Japan.

The President emphasized that the Vietnamese people still keep good memories of the historic visit to Vietnam of His Majesty Emperor Akihito and Queen Mother in 2017 as King and Queen of Japan, as well as always remember the valuable help the Japanese people gave to Vietnam during the most difficult period of the Covid-19 pandemic.

On this occasion, President Vo Van Thuong and his wife also sent greetings and wishes for good health, as well as an invitation to the Japanese King and Queen to visit Vietnam soon.

Source: Vietnam Posts English