Heinformed the press that in its multilateral diplomatic policy, Mongoliatreasures the expansion of ties with Southeast Asian countries andfully believes that Vietnam will act as a helpful bridge for suchrelationship.
The ambassador noted that the twocountries have long provided mutual support within the United Nationsframeworks as well as at regional and global organisations. They haverecognised each other as market economy.
Two-waytrade between the two nations hit 28.1 million USD last year, withMongolia selling to Vietnam sheep wool and leather items and buying tea,coffee and garment. Over the past 23 years, Vietnamese companies haveinvested in 163 projects in Mongolia.
Enkhbat expressed hope for more bilateral trade-economic activities and cultural exchanges between young generations.
On the occasion, he also announced several upcoming celebrations inMongolia, including the 809 th anniversary of the establishment of theGreat Mongol State, the 94th anniversary of People’s Revolution. In2016, the country will host the Asia-Europe Meeting.-VNA