Hanoi, March 27 -- The Vietnam-Indonesia Friendship Association (VIFA) and the Indonesian Embassy in Vietnam on March 27 held a seminar on cooperation and friendship between the two countries.

Speaking at the event, themed "Vietnam - Indonesia Towards 2045: Strengthening Partnership, Expanding Cooperation, and Deepening Friendship," VIFA President Tran Minh Hung emphasised the traditional relations between Vietnam and Indonesia, saying 70 years ago, Indonesia was the first country in Southeast Asia to officially establish diplomatic relations with Vietnam.

Vietnam is Indonesia's first comprehensive strategic partner in ASEAN. The two sides regularly exchange delegations at all levels, especially the high level, including the visits to V...