Havana, Nov. 29 -- The special traditional friendship between Cuba and Vietnam has stood the test of time and become a model of international relations, said Vice President of the Cuba - Vietnam Friendship Association Dr. Ruvislei Gonzalez Saez.

Talking with the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) ahead of the 65th anniversary of diplomatic ties (December 2), Ruvislei Gonzalez Saez said the bilateral solidarity, special friendship, and comprehensive cooperation have been continuously reinforced and nurtured by generations of leaders and citizens on both sides for over six decades.

Cuba has never hesitated to support Vietnam whenever and wherever possible, offering assistance to the fullest extent of its capabilities, he said, recalling that in 19...