AKIPRESS.COM - President of Mongolia Kh.Battulga met with Minister of Public Security of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam General To Lam, who is paying a visit to Mongolia until July 12, Montsame reports.

At the beginning of the meeting, Mr. To Lam noted that initialing the Mongolia-Vietnam intergovernmental agreement on convict exchange and other important documents between the two countries forms the basis of further expansion of bilateral cooperation.

Saying he has been respectful and contented with bilateral relations at all levels since the establishment of friendly relations of Mongolia and Vietnam, the Minister of Public Security expressed his pleasure with the extensive celebration of the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the countries.

Warmly welcoming the Minister, President Kh.Battulga considered his visit has played an important role in bilateral relations and cooperation. The President then invited Mr. To Lam to enjoy the Naadam festival as his knowledge about Mongolians from the festival will have positive effect on bilateral cooperation.

Mr. To Lam said it is very fortunate that his visit is taking place during Naadam and extended greetings on behalf of the state officials of his country.