Vietnam’s General Secretary and President, Tô Lâm, was formally welcomed by Russian President Vladimir Putin at a ceremony in the Kremlin, underscoring the significance of his ongoing state visit to Russia. The event, held in the grand St George’s Hall of the Kremlin Palace, saw both leaders engaging in a ceremonial exchange of greetings before the national anthems of their respective countries were played, followed by introductions of their official delegations.
Subsequent to the welcoming ceremony, Tô Lâm and Putin engaged in discussions and oversaw the signing of various bilateral cooperation agreements, before addressing the media. This visit marks a continuation of a longstanding relationship between Vietnam and Russia, a friendship that has spanned over 75 years and is characterized by deep political trust. Both nations actively participate in high-level exchanges and collaborate within multilateral organizations and international forums.
In addition to political ties, Vietnam and Russia have expanded their collaboration into areas such as culture, science, and technology, with a particular emphasis on scientific and technological cooperation emerging as a promising new dimension of their comprehensive strategic partnership. The Vietnamese diaspora in Russia also plays a crucial role in strengthening these bilateral ties.
The visit by Tô Lâm is a testament to Vietnam’s commitment to nurturing its traditional friendship and strategic partnership with Russia, while also aligning with Vietnam’s broader foreign policy goals of independence, self-reliance, and diversification. Both countries are poised to explore further collaborations in fields like energy, human-resource development, and infrastructure, simultaneously discussing strategic priorities that align with their respective national development objectives.