Mr. Nguyen Xuan Thang, who is also Chairman of the Central Theoretical Council, said the ambassador's tenure begins as the two countries are celebrating the 50th anniversary of their diplomatic ties amid the growing comprehensive strategic partnership.

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At the meeting

Mr. Nguyen Xuan Thang said the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics advocates expanding theoretical exchanges, education and training with international partners, including India – one of its leading partners. In September 2014, the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics established the Indian Studies Centre which has been working closely with the Indian Embassy in Vietnam to carry out scientific studies regarding mid- and long-term issues related to the two countries' cooperative relations.

He asked the ambassador and the Indian Embassy to continue this work, and in the immediate future, partner with the Vietnam-India Friendship Association to hold a scientific symposium on bilateral economic exchanges and workshops next year.

Mr. Nguyen Xuan Thang hoped that the ambassador and the embassy will serve as a bridge to help the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics invite Indian experts and scholars to Vietnam for strategic personnel planning training courses.

The Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics is interested in international experience in national building so this activity needs to be stepped up, he said.

Ambassador Arya, for his part, said before taking up duty in Vietnam, he met the Indian President and Prime Minister who showed their special sentiment for Vietnam and appreciation for strengthening cooperation with the country. When in Vietnam, he also received similar messages from Vietnamese leaders.

He vowed to make effective contributions to boost the comprehensive strategic partnership between Vietnam and India, and between the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics and Indian partners.

Source: VNA