Hanoi, May 26 -- State President Luong Cuong and his spouse hosted a welcome ceremony in Hanoi on May 26 for French President Emmanuel Macron and his spouse, who are on a state visit to Vietnam from May 25-27.

Amid ceremonial music and Vietnamese children waving flags, the two leaders walked a red carpet to a platform where the national anthems of Vietnam and France were played by a military band. They then reviewed the Guard of Honour of the Vietnam People's Army.

Following the welcome ceremony, host and guest held talks to review the recent progress in Vietnam-France cooperation and propose strategies to further strengthen ties. They are set to witness the signing of key cooperation documents and jointly meet with the press.

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