Hanoi, Feb. 7 -- Since Vietnam and Bulgaria established their diplomatic relations on February 8, 1950, the two countries have enjoyed growing traditional friendship and fruitful cooperation across various sectors.

Strong friendship foundation

Vietnam and Bulgaria share a longstanding tradition of friendship. The official state visit to Bulgaria by President Ho Chi Minh in August 1957 laid the groundwork and marked a significant moment in the history of bilateral relations.

During the most challenging and difficult years of Vietnam's struggle for national independence and nation-building, the Government and people of Bulgaria offered invaluable material and moral support. Many infrastructure projects in the fields of economy, education...