Tuesday, September 1 2026 13:18
Alexandr Avanesov

Armenia and Vietnam note the importance of consistent development of political, economic and cultural ties

Armenia and Vietnam note the importance of consistent development of political, economic and cultural ties

ArmInfo. RA Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan held a brief meeting with Vietnamese Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO+) summit.

According to the government's press service, the two sides emphasized the friendly relations that have developed between Armenia and Vietnam and noted the consistent development of political, economic, and cultural ties.

Prime Minister Pashinyan recalled his official visit to Vietnam in 2019 and emphasized the need to organize high-level contacts and reciprocal visits.

The two sides exchanged views on steps aimed at further advancing the bilateral agenda.

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