In a significant diplomatic event, Russian President Vladimir Putin officially welcomed Vietnam’s General Secretary and President Tô Lâm and his wife, Ngô Phương Ly, during a state visit to Russia. The formal ceremony took place at the esteemed St George’s Hall within the Grand Kremlin Palace in Moscow. The occasion began with an exchange of greetings between Putin and Tô Lâm, followed by the playing of the national anthems of both nations. The leaders then introduced their official delegations to each other.
After the ceremony, the two leaders engaged in talks and attended the signing of bilateral cooperation documents, subsequently addressing the press. Vietnam and Russia share a long-standing friendship of over 75 years, marked by a high degree of political trust. Their relationship is strengthened by regular high-level exchanges and collaboration in multilateral organizations and international forums, reflecting a robust partnership.
The cooperation between the two nations extends beyond politics into cultural, scientific, and technological realms, with scientific and technological collaboration emerging as a promising new area in their comprehensive strategic partnership. Additionally, the Vietnamese community in Russia plays a vital role in enhancing the ties between the countries.
President Tô Lâm’s visit underscores Vietnam’s commitment to its traditional friendship and strategic partnership with Russia. The visit aligns with Vietnam’s foreign policy objectives of maintaining independence, self-reliance, and diversifying its international relationships. This high-level engagement is aimed at reinforcing these connections and exploring further areas of cooperation.
During the discussions, both sides are expected to explore future collaborations in sectors such as energy, science and technology, human-resource development, and infrastructure. These discussions will also focus on aligning and strengthening their bilateral relations with the strategic goals of both nations, emphasizing long-term priorities for development.