Vietnam has always attached importance to its friendship with Mongoliaand wishes to elevate the relationship in a more comprehensive andpractical manner.

The sentiment was voiced by DeputyPrime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc while receiving in Hanoi on April 28Mongolian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Damba Gan Khuyag, who is ona working visit to Vietnam.

He explained thatgreater ties will serve the two countries’ interests, contributing topeace, stability, cooperation and development in the Asia-Pacific.

The official highly praised the outcomes of the sixth Vietnam-Mongoliapolitical consultation at deputy foreign ministerial level, which tookplace in Hanoi earlier the same day.

Deputy PM Phucsuggested the two sides closely coordinate in organising activities tomark November’s 60 th anniversary of their diplomatic ties, thushelping increase their mutual understanding and friendship, especiallyamong young generations.

He also noted his wish thatthe two sides will actively partner with each other in researching anddeveloping the economic ties effectively, matching their political bond.

The official called on the two countries’ businessesto enhance their exchange and investment in order to access newcooperation opportunities.

In reply, Mongolian DeputyForeign Minister Damba Gan Khuyang praised the socio-economicachievements that Vietnam has recorded over the past years.

He expressed his hope that Vietnam and Mongolia will strengthencooperation in investment and trade, focusing on areas such as mining,tourism, agriculture, employment and light industry, while continuingtheir collaboration at international forums.-VNA