In photos: Banquet in honour of US President

The banquet takes place at the International Convention Centre in the capital city.

President Quang and his US counterpart entering the banquet hall. 

The 9 course menu includes Banh Cuon (steamed rolled pancakes), Dong Tao chicken and Banh Com (a sweet cake made of young sticky rice flakes and green beans). Especially, the host nation introduces Vietnamese cuisine that has been tailored to the tastes of distinguished guests. 

 Addressing the banquet, President Quang warmly welcomes the US President and his delegation, who have been on a state visit to Vietnam at a time when bilateral ties are witnessing great strides.

 President Quang congratulates President Trump on his effective and successful working days at the APEC Economic Leaders’ Week in the central city of Da Nang. 

President Quang applauds US President’s visit to Vietnam as an important milestone in Vietnam-US relations, opening a great future for both countries to write new chapters of history. 

 In the context of uncertain regional and global developments, comprehensive, stable and mutually-beneficial ties between Vietnam and the US will be a positive factor in making important contributions to maintaining peace, stability, cooperation and development in the region and the world, says President Quang. 

President Trump, in turn, congratulates Vietnam on its remarkable achievements in the socio-economic development, noting that Vietnam is one of the miracles in the world – a nation with fast-growing economy. 

President Trump also extends his sympathy over great losses in humans and property caused by the recent storm Damrey in the central, central highlands and south central regions and expresses his belief that local people in natural disaster-hit areas will soon overcome every difficulty.