Hanoi, May 29 -- Pete Hegseth conveyed greetings from President Donald Trump to General Secretary and President To Lam, affirming that President Trump and his Administration always attach importance to the relations with Viet Nam as well as its growing role in the region.

To Lam affirmed that Viet Nam's decision to join the Board of Peace for Gaza stands as a testament to its goodwill and responsibility to promote dialogue, cooperation and mediation. It also reflects Viet Nam's readiness to make more active contributions to common efforts for peace, stability and development.

Pete Hegseth spoke highly of Viet Nam's consistent and responsible approach, saying that Viet Nam has been increasingly viewed as a reliable partner capable of contr...