Hanoi, April 6 -- Minister of National Defence Gen. Phan Van Giang has spotlighted the deep, substantive and effective relationship with China, crediting it with strategic guidance from leaders of the two Parties and countries.

During a reception in Hanoi on April 6 for Chinese Ambassador He Wei and Defence Attache to Vietnam Col. Jiang Bo, Giang highlighted the success of the first Vietnam - China ministerial-level "3+3" Strategic Dialogue on foreign affairs, national defence and public security in March. Later, the 10th Vietnam - China Border Defence Friendship Exchange, held in Vietnam's Quang Ninh province and China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, helped foster solidarity and friendship while driving more practical and effective ...