(VOVworld) - President of the Republic of Ireland Michael Daniel Higgins said he is seeking to boost the multi-faceted cooperation and friendship with Vietnam, notably in environmentally-friendly and advanced technology.

The Irish President made the remark at a reception for Vietnamese Ambassador to the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland Nguyen Van Thao, who presented his credentials at the Residence of the President in Dublin this week. President Higgins also praised the multi-faceted relationship development between Vietnam and Ireland in recent years and was pleased with the fruitful outcomes of their cooperation. He said the growing Vietnamese community in Ireland played a crucial role in fostering the bilateral relationship, particularly in culture and education.