Hanoi, Nov. 11 -- During the meeting, held in a warm and friendly atmosphere, Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako expressed their delight at the positive, substantive and comprehensive development of Viet Nam-Japan relations, as well as increasingly dynamic exchanges between the leaders and people of the two countries.

The Japanese Imperial couple recalled the close ties between the Imperial Family and Viet Nam, highlighting meaningful visits to the Southeast Asian country by members of the Imperial Family, including the 2017 visit by then Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko, the 2009 visit by then Crown Prince Naruhito, and the 2023 visit by Crown Prince Akishino and Crown Princess Kiko, marking the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relati...