Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino Quintero praised Vietnam’s significant achievements in socio-economic development in recent years, describing them as a solid foundation for both sides to foster practical and mutually beneficial cooperation. He affirmed that the Government of Panama attaches great importance to its traditional friendship and cooperation with Vietnam.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Mexico and Panama Nguyen Van Hai (left) on August 20 presents his credentials to Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino Quintero. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) 🎀– Vietnamese Ambassador to Mexico and Panama Nguyen Van Hai on August 20 presented his credentials to Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino Quintero, who expressed his belief that bilateral ties will continue to expand, especially in trade, logistics, maritime affairs, and cooperation at international forums.
This is an important event in the context of the two countries marking the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations (August 28, 1975 – 2025).
President Mulino conveyed his warm greetings to Vietnam’s high-ranking leaders and noted confidence that the ambassador would actively contribute to further elevating the Vietnam–Panama relationship.
The Panamanian President praised Vietnam’s significant achievements in socio-economic development in recent years, describing them as a solid foundation for both sides to foster practical and mutually beneficial cooperation. He affirmed that the Government of Panama attaches great importance to its traditional friendship and cooperation with Vietnam.
Ambassador Hai said pledged to do his utmost to contribute to advancing relations, making them deeper, more effective, and more substantive.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Mexico and Panama Nguyen Van Hai (left) submits a copy of his letter of credence to Panamanian Foreign Minister Javier Martínez-Acha Vásquez. (Photo: VNA)
Earlier, Hai submitted a copy of his letter of credence to Panamanian Foreign Minister Javier Martínez-Acha Vásquez.
The two sides reiterated their commitment to jointly organise activities celebrating the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations in both Hanoi and Panama City. Planned events include photo and documentary exhibitions, seminars, cultural and artistic exchanges, and business networking programmes, all aimed at enhancing mutual understanding, solidarity, and cooperation between the two nations.
Over the past five decades, Vietnam and Panama have maintained and strengthened their partnership across multiple fields. The two countries have regularly supported each other at the United Nations and other multilateral forums, while promoting bilateral economic and trade ties. Panama has served as an important gateway for Vietnamese goods to enter Central American and Caribbean markets./.
Panama was one of the first Latin American countries to establish diplomatic ties with Vietnam after reunification in 1975, and Vietnam always remembers and values Panama’s solidarity during its past struggle for liberation and ongoing national construction process.
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