Ambassador presents credentials to Cyprus President

(VOV) - Vietnamese ambassador to Italia and Cyprus Nguyen Hoang Long has presented his credentials from State President Truong Tan Sang to Cyprus President Demetris Christofias.    

At a reception given by President Christofias on December 20, ambassador Long congratulated Cyprus on its socio-economic achievements over the years and recent assumption of the rotating EU presidency.   

Long briefed President Christofias on Vietnam’s socio-economic achievement in the process of international integration, as well as its strategic plans and targets for development in the years to come.

He said in his new term, the focus will be on strengthening the friendship and cooperation between Vietnam and Cyprus in various aspects.

In reply, President Christofias reaffirmed his stance on a united federal state with two communities enjoying political equality in dealing with Cyprus-related issues.

He said he hopes that a long-term peace will be restored in the Republic of Cyprus.

After his credentials presentation, ambassador Long worked with relevant Cyprus agencies on labour and trade and specific measures to promote future cooperation between the two nations.

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