The talks between Permanent Deputy FM Le Cong Phung and Uzbekistan Deputy FM Salikhbaev Anvar were part of Anvar's five-day visit to Vietnam, which began on May 29.

The guest reiterated his administration's strong support for Vietnam’s bid for a non-permanent member seat on the UN Security Council for the 2008-09 term.

Uzbekistan is eager to broaden the relationship between the two countries in all areas with the two foreign ministries playing a crucial role, Mr Anvar concluded.