Party General Secretary To Lam speaks at the meeting with Belarusian friends. (Photo: Van Hieu/VOV)

Mr. Lam was speaking at a meeting in Minsk on Sunday with the Belarusian Society for Friendship and Cultural Relations with Foreign Countries, the Belarus-Vietnam Friendship Association, and experts who supported Vietnam in its past struggles.

“The two organizations should continue to organize exchange activities between people from all walks of life – scientists, businessmen and the younger generation –helping them understand and connect with each other and fostering friendship between Vietnam and Belarus. They should act as a bridge for universities, professional organizations, and businesses of the two countries to build cooperative relations in education, training, culture, trade, and investment."

Party General Secretary To Lam poses for a photo with delegates. (Photo: Van Hieu/VOV)

Earlier, General Secretary To Lam laid flowers at the Victory Monument as part of his State visit to Belarus.