During a state visit to Russia, Vietnam’s General Secretary and President Tô Lâm, accompanied by his spouse Ngô Phương Ly, was officially welcomed by Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin in Moscow. The formal ceremony took place in the historic St George’s Hall of the Grand Kremlin Palace, where the two leaders exchanged greetings before the national anthems of both nations were played. Following these formalities, Putin and Tô Lâm introduced members of their respective delegations to one another.
Post-ceremony, the leaders engaged in discussions and observed the exchange of documents aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation. They later addressed the media, underscoring the enduring ties between Vietnam and Russia that have spanned over 75 years. This long-standing friendship is marked by a high level of trust and regular high-level engagements. The two countries collaborate extensively in multilateral organizations and international forums, reflecting the depth of their political relationship.
The partnership between Vietnam and Russia extends beyond politics, encompassing people-to-people exchanges, culture, and scientific research. Cooperation in science and technology has been particularly noted as a promising new aspect of their comprehensive strategic partnership. The Vietnamese diaspora in Russia also plays a vital role in fostering connections between the two nations.
Tô Lâm’s visit underscores Vietnam’s commitment to maintaining its robust relationship with Russia, aligning with its broader foreign policy goals of independence, self-reliance, and the diversification and multilateralization of international relations. During the visit, discussions are expected to focus on expanding cooperation in sectors such as energy, science and technology, human-resource development, and infrastructure development.
The visit aims to identify long-term strategic priorities and ways to bolster bilateral relations, aligning with the developmental aspirations of both Vietnam and Russia. By exploring these areas of collaboration, both countries seek to reinforce an already strong partnership, setting the stage for future cooperation in various domains.