NEWS

President Radev Addresses Students at the Diplomatic Academy in Hanoi: Mutual Trust Is the Greatest Asset in International Relations

2024-11-26 08:58:00

Historically in our bilateral relations, both the Bulgarian and Vietnamese people have proven their belief in freedom and respect for solidarity and friendship, and these shared values are key to the development of cooperation and trust between our two countries. This is what President Rumen Radev, who visited the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam in Hanoi today, said. The Head of State met with the management of the educational institution and spoke to students about the prospects for the development of bilateral ties between Bulgaria and Vietnam in the context of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations.

The President told the future diplomats that trust between nations based on shared values is important for building stable and sustainable inter-state cooperation, and this is the greatest asset of diplomacy. Historical ties also contribute in this direction, Radev added and gave a brief overview of the 75-year history of diplomatic relations between Bulgaria and Vietnam. The Head of State said that over this period of time bilateral relations have proved the friendship, mutual trust and solidarity between the two peoples. Bulgaria was one of the first countries to recognise Vietnam's independence in 1950, and in a difficult period of history our country has provided support to the Vietnamese people. The tens of thousands of Vietnamese nationals who have studied and worked in Bulgaria have also contributed to fostering bilateral relations and trust.

The President highlighted the economic cooperation as an important factor for building bilateral relations. We can couple Vietnam's progress and stable economic growth with the achievements of Bulgaria's digital and innovative sector, the President said. He pointed out that partnerships in the development of software for automotive systems, satellite communications, artificial intelligence and other modern technologies are promising.

Bulgaria and Vietnam have an extremely constructive role in strengthening the stability, security and progress of their regions, the Head of State further told the future diplomats. Rumen Radev added that our countries will continue their cooperation in international formats to support global peace and security, promote social and economic development and address contemporary threats and challenges.

Diplomacy is not just a profession, but a vocation - it is the strongest and most effective tool for defending and protecting the interests of each country, Radev told the young people. In his view, the role of diplomacy will be increasingly strengthened. History has shown that bad diplomatic decisions have led to wars, poverty and suffering, and wise diplomacy prevents military conflicts and strengthens peace and stability, Rumen Radev told the students, adding that to be a professional in this field, one needs extensive knowledge and skills.

Later in the day, President Radev held a meeting with Le Tien Chau, secretary of the party committee of Haiphong city. During the talks, investment opportunities were presented in the Vietnamese city, which is a key national and international logistics centre.

MORE FROM NEWS

Radev: Achieving Peace in the Region Is crucial for Multilateral Economic Cooperation in the Black Sea

6 February 2025 | 17:05
This is what President Rumen Radev said at a meeting today with the Secretary General of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation (PABSEC), Asaf Hajiyev

Rumen Radev: Europe Must Proceed to Resolve Existential Issues for Restoring Peace and Guaranteeing Its Security

5 February 2025 | 16:04
It is difficult to talk about competitiveness while a war is raging in the heart of Europe, the head of state stressed at the opening of a forum of The Economist in Sofia

The President: Bulgaria Highly Values and Will Keep on Supporting the Bearers of the Memory of the Heroic Act of Rescuing Bulgarian Jews during World War II

4 February 2025 | 20:08
Bulgaria highly values and will keep on supporting the bearers of the memory of the heroic act of rescuing Bulgarian Jews during World War II. This was stated by President Rumen Radev during a meeting at the presidential institution with the world-renowned Israeli writer, historian, and public figure, born in Bulgaria, Prof Michael Bar-Zohar...

President: If Not Eliminated, the Networks of Influence in the Judiciary Will Corrupt Every Reform and Distort Every Law

4 February 2025 | 16:04
Impunity at the top levels of power destroys the very idea of justice, says the Head of State at the opening of a discussion on the judicial system

ОТКРИТО УПРАВЛЕНИЕ

e-ДОКУМЕНТИ

BULGARIAN CHRISTMAS

SUPPORT A DREAM

JOHN ATANASOFF AWARD

CONSULTATIVE COUNCIL FOR NATIONAL SECURITY


Useful links