Hanoi, Sept. 10 -- State President Luong Cuong and his wife hosted a welcome ceremony in Hanoi on September 10 for Governor-General of Australia Sam Mostyn and her spouse, who are on a state visit to Vietnam from September 9 to 12. Crowds of Hanoi children waved the national flags of both countries to welcome Governor-General Sam Mostyn, her spouse, and the high-ranking delegation of Australia. Amid ceremonial music, the two leaders walked to a honour platform as the national anthems of Vietnam and Australia were played by a military band. They later reviewed the Guard of Honour of the Vietnam People's Army.

Following the welcome ceremony, the two sides held talks to review recent cooperation outcomes and set directions for future collab...