Russian President Vladimir Putin formally welcomed Vietnam’s General Secretary and President Tô Lâm, along with his wife, Ngô Phương Ly, at a ceremony in the Kremlin, marking a significant moment in Tô Lâm’s state visit to Russia. The event took place in the prestigious St George’s Hall of the Grand Kremlin Palace, where the leaders exchanged greetings before the national anthems of both countries were played. The introduction of official delegations followed, setting the stage for further diplomatic engagements.
After the welcoming ceremony, the two leaders engaged in discussions and oversaw the signing of bilateral cooperation documents, subsequently addressing the press. This visit underscores the enduring friendship between Vietnam and Russia, a relationship that spans over 75 years and is built on a foundation of mutual political trust. Both nations engage in regular high-level exchanges and collaborate on multilateral platforms and international forums.
The comprehensive strategic partnership between Vietnam and Russia has evolved to include a broad range of areas such as people-to-people exchanges, culture, and science and technology. Notably, scientific and technological cooperation is emerging as a promising new avenue for collaboration. Additionally, the Vietnamese community in Russia plays a vital role in further solidifying the ties between the two countries.
Tô Lâm’s visit reaffirms Vietnam’s commitment to its longstanding friendship with Russia and its comprehensive strategic partnership. The visit aligns with Vietnam’s foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, and the diversification and multilateralization of its international relations. Through this visit, both sides aim to explore enhanced cooperation in key sectors such as energy, science and technology, human-resource development, and infrastructure.
Strategically, the discussions are expected to focus on long-term priorities and strengthening bilateral relations in alignment with the developmental goals of both nations. As Vietnam and Russia continue to build on their historical ties, the visit serves as a platform to solidify and expand their partnership for the future.