(VOVworld)-Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung has highlighted the significant role of foreign ambassadors, charge d’affaires and chief representatives of international organisations in Hanoi in promoting their countries’ relations with Vietnam.  At a banquet given to the foreign diplomatic corps in Hanoi on Saturday, on the occasion of Vietnam’s 67th National Day (September 2), the Prime Minister thanked governments and people worldwide, foreign ambassadors, charge d’affaires and chief representatives of international organisations for their valuable assistance and effective cooperation with Vietnam. With the motto “a trustful friend and partner and a responsible member of the international community”, Vietnam has been active in integrating into the region and the world, contributing to international forums, including ASEAN, the East Asia Summit, the Non-Aligned Movement and other fora within the United Nations. Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung said that Vietnam continues to implement its commitments when joining the World Trade Organisation, to accelerate its regional economic cooperation and participate in the negotiations for the Trans-Pacific Partnership agreement: “Vietnam hopes to receive further support, assistance and cooperation from international friends. The cooperation and support based on mutual interests and benefits are fundamental to overcoming difficulties for peace and development.”

Venezuelan Ambassador Jorge Rondon Uzcategui, who is acting head of the diplomatic corps, congratulated Vietnam on its National Day. 
He pledged best efforts to contribute to Vietnam’s goal of becoming a prosperous and developed nation.