Ho Chi Minh City, May 5 -- India's Ambassador to Vietnam, Sandeep Arya, emphasises the strong bond between India and Vietnam through Buddhism, highlighting Buddhist connections between the two countries represent a "very strong" element of the partnership.

Speaking to ANI on Monday, the Indian envoy noted that India is seen as the land of Buddha, where his teachings and lifestyle have become part of Vietnam's belief system and spirituality.

"Buddhist connections between India and Vietnam represent a very strong element of the partnership and the close friendship between the two countries. In Vietnam, it is generally believed that Buddhist monks arrived in Vietnam about 1800 years ago," he said.

The envoy also said there are many storie...