VOV.VN - President Luong Cuong and his spouse on August 19 hosted a welcome ceremony for King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck of Bhutan who are on a state visit to Vietnam.
King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck of Bhutan arrive in Hanoi on August 18, beginning their five-day state visit to Vietnam, at the invitation of State President Luong Cuong and his spouse.
President Luong Cuong and the Bhutanese King stand on the honourary podium while military bands play the national anthems of both sides.
This is the highest-level visit ever paid by a Bhutanese leader to Vietnam, marking an important new stage in bilateral relations since the establishment of diplomatic ties in 2012.
Both host and guest review the guard of honour of the Vietnam People's Army in Hanoi.
This State visit made by the King and Queen of Bhutan holds great significance, adding fresh impetus to elevating diplomatic relations to new heights, especially in trade, tourism, and people-to-people exchanges.
The two leaders and their spouses pose together for a group photo.
They hold talks immediately after the conclusion of the welcome ceremony.
The talks review recent cooperation and discuss future directions.
President Luong Cuong welcomes the Bhutanese King and his high-ranking delegation to Vietnam for an official visit.
The Bhutanese King shows sincere thanks for the warm welcome given by Vietnam in Hanoi.
After the talks, President Luong Cuong and King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck witness the exchange of cooperation documents between the two countries.
Từ khóa: Bhutan, Welcome ceremony, Bhutanese King, Queen, official visit, Vietnam