(VOVworld) - The Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs held a banquet on Thursday to celebrate the 20^th anniversary of the normalization of Vietnam-US diplomatic relations. At the event, Deputy Minister Ha Kim Ngoc highlighted the remarkable achievements reached by the two countries over the past two decades, and expressed his gratitude for the efforts made by previous generations to establish and nurture the relationship. The two countries have moved towards cooperation in many fields, the Deputy Minister said, adding that through their comprehensive strategic partnership, Vietnam and the US will contribute greatly to maintaining peace, sustainability, and cooperation in the region. US Ambassador to Vietnam Ted Osius reviewed major milestones in bilateral relations since the establishment of diplomatic relations in July, 1995 and said more will be done to boost bilateral relations for mutual benefit in the future.