Hanoi, April 22 -- Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence Gen. Phan Van Giang hosted a reception in Hanoi on April 22 for Armenian Ambassador to Vietnam Suren Baghdasaryan, believing that the diplomat will enjoy a successful tenure and contribute to further deepening bilateral ties.

Giang, who also serves as Vice Secretary of the Central Military Commission, stressed that Vietnam and Armenia have maintained a strong traditional friendship since establishing diplomatic relations in 1992, with relations continuing to thrive.

He thanked Armenia, once part of the Soviet Union, for supporting Vietnam during its fight for independence and reunification, especially by training thousands of Vietnamese technical experts. To honou...