Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc receives the Republic of Korean Prime Minister Lee Nak Yeon in Hanoi on September 26, 2018

Prime Minister Phuc thanked the RoK President Moon Jae-in and his spouse for sending condolences to the Vietnamese Party, State and people, and the family of President Quang. Mr. Phuc promised to work closely with the Republic of Korea to boost the bilateral strategic partnership in line with the Vietnam-RoK Joint Statement on advancing ties toward the future which was signed in March. He urged the two sides to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in all fields.

Prime Minister Yeon expressed his deep condolences over President Quang’s passing saying it’s a great loss to bilateral ties. He said the RoK President, government and people treasure ties with Vietnam and will continue to support Vietnam’s development.