Hanoi, Oct. 31 -- General Secretary and President To Lam made the above statement while hosting a reception for Representative of the President of Azerbaijan on Special Assignments Elchin Amirbayov in Ha Noi on Friday.

To Lam emphasized that the elevation of the bilateral relations into a Strategic Partnership during his state visit to Azerbaijan in May last year was a historic milestone, ushering in a new phase of development in the bilateral relations and reflecting the political determination and shared vision of the two countries' leaders regarding the prospect for Viet Nam-Azerbaijan relations.

He suggested both sides make the most of the foundation of friendship and mutual trust, capitalize on their complementary potential and str...