Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed Vietnam’s General Secretary and President Tô Lâm along with his spouse, Ngô Phương Ly, at an official ceremony in the Kremlin, marking a significant event in the Vietnamese leader’s state visit to Russia. The ceremony took place at the prestigious St George’s Hall of the Grand Kremlin Palace, where both leaders exchanged greetings and introduced members of their official delegations following the playing of their national anthems.
In a move to further cement the long-standing relationship between the two nations, Tô Lâm and Putin engaged in comprehensive talks and participated in the exchange of bilateral cooperation documents. The discussions underscored the deep-rooted friendship that has thrived for over 75 years, characterized by a high level of mutual trust and consistent high-level exchanges. The leaders also addressed the media to highlight these developments.
The relationship between Vietnam and Russia extends beyond governmental ties, encompassing people-to-people exchanges, cultural collaboration, and advancements in science and technology. Particularly, scientific and technological cooperation is emerging as a promising new facet of their comprehensive strategic partnership. The Vietnamese community in Russia continues to play a significant role in reinforcing these bonds.
Tô Lâm’s visit is a testament to Vietnam’s dedication to maintaining and strengthening its traditional friendship and extensive strategic partnership with Russia. This visit aligns with Vietnam’s broader foreign policy objectives of independence, self-reliance, and the diversification and multilateralization of its international relations.
Looking forward, both nations are set to explore further collaboration in critical sectors such as energy, science and technology, human-resource development, and infrastructure. These discussions aim at identifying long-term strategic priorities that align with the development goals of both countries, thereby fortifying their bilateral relations.