Hanoi, April 4 -- State President Luong Cuong and his spouse chaired a welcome ceremony in Hanoi on April 4 for President of Burundi Evariste Ndayishimiye and his spouse, who are paying an official visit to Vietnam from April 3-6.

The visit, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties (April 16, 1975-2025) is considered a historical milestone in the two countries' relations, reflecting their desire to further strengthen the friendship and cooperation in the fields of politics, economy, trade, culture and society.

Diplomatic relations between the two nations were established on April 16, 1975. Vietnam and Burundi share many similarities in history and culture, with both having experienced struggles against coloniali...