This is the first visit of the Japanese King and Queen to Vietnam since ascending the throne.
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| At the invitation of President Tran Dai Quang, the Japanese Emperor and Empress paid an official visit to Vietnam from February 28 to March 5. |
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| At exactly 10:10 this morning (March 1), the official welcoming ceremony for the Japanese King and Queen was solemnly held at the Presidential Palace. |
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| Amidst the welcoming music, President Tran Dai Quang invited King Akihito to step up to the podium. Military band played the national anthems of both countries. |
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| President Tran Dai Quang and Emperor Akihito review the honor guard of the Vietnam People's Army. |
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| Vietnamese children welcome the Japanese Emperor and Empress on their official visit to Vietnam. |
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| President Tran Dai Quang warmly welcomed Japanese Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko on their State visit to Vietnam. |
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| President Tran Dai Quang and his wife take a souvenir photo with Japanese King Akihito and Queen Michiko. |
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| Immediately after the welcoming ceremony, President Tran Dai Quang met with Japanese Emperor Akihito. |
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President Tran Dai Quang expressed his belief that the visit of Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko will mark a historic milestone and open a new chapter in the friendly and cooperative relations between Vietnam and Japan. |
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| This is the first visit of the Japanese King and Queen to Vietnam since ascending the throne. |
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