Mr. Kolotov said the process of normalizing relations with the US showed the vision of Vietnam’s Party and State based on external policies initiated by President Ho Chi Minh. In the second half of the 20th century, Vietnam proved its readiness to develop equal and mutually beneficial relationship with all partners, said Kolotov. Vietnam is confident of its development strategies and gradually promoting its position and role in Southeast Asia and will protect the interests of the country by all means, he added.