New Delhi, Oct. 22 -- India will always stand alongside Vietnam as a steadfast friend and trusted partner on the journey towards development and prosperity, Indian Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minister of Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju has said. Rijiju made the statement in his welcoming remarks at a ceremony marking the 81st anniversary of Vietnam's National Day (September 2, 1945-2026), organised by the Vietnamese Embassy in India on October 21 evening. The Indian official extended warm congratulations to Vietnam on its 81st National Day and expressed admiration for the Southeast Asian nation's courage, resilience and development achievements. He said Vietnam-India relations are rooted in longstanding civilisational ties and sha...