Vietnam's April 30 remains one of the most memorable days for national liberation and anti-colonialism movements globally, marking a crucial milestone in human history while concluding the longest war of the 20th century.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh on May 31 sent a message of congratulations to Maria Fernanda Espinosa Garcés on her appointment as Foreign Minister of the Republic of Ecuador.
Vietnam and Ecuador agreed to strengthen political dialogue through high-level visits during the third political consultation between the two countries in Quito on December 1-2.
President Tran Dai Quang and Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc have extended condolences to President of Ecuador Rafael Correa over the substantial losses caused by the April 16 earthquake.
Vietnam shares the losses and pain of the Government and people of Ecuador from the recent earthquake which killed hundreds of people, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Le Hai Binh has said.