Hanoi, May 28 -- State President Luong Cuong and his spouse hosted a formal state banquet in Hanoi on May 28 in honour of Hungarian President Sulyok Tamas and his spouse, who are on an official visit to Vietnam.

In his address, President Cuong reflected on the profound historical ties that bind Vietnam and Hungary. Seventy-five years ago, Hungary stood among the first ten countries to establish diplomatic relations with Vietnam, he said. "During our most challenging times, Hungary was a great source of encouragement, reinforcing confidence in the inevitable victory of our just struggle".

The Vietnamese Party, State, and people always remember and deeply appreciate the invaluable support and assistance extended by the Hungarian people du...