Vietnam rolls out red carpet for PM Anwar

HANOI, Vietnam - Vietnam rolled out the red carpet for Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at the official welcoming ceremony in the Presidential Palace here today.

Anwar was received on arrival at the Presidential Palace by his counterpart Pham Minh Chinh.

The national anthem of Malaysia, Negaraku and Vietnam’s national anthem Tien Quan Ca were then played by the military band before Anwar accompanied by Chinh inspected the Guard of Honour.

Chinh and Anwar then proceeded to greet welcoming dignitaries where both leaders introduced their respective officials.

The two leaders later attended a photo session before proceeding to the Government Office for a bilateral meeting. - BERNAMA