President Tran Dai Quang told Russian Minister of Economic Development Maksim Oreshkin on May 21 that he will make a State visit to Russia in June at the invitation of President Vladimir Putin.
President Tran Dai Quang (R) and Russian Minister of Economic Development Maksin Oreshkin at a meeting on May 21 in Hanoi (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA)ജ – President Tran DaiQuang told Russian Minister of Economic Development Maksim Oreshkin at ameeting on May 21 that he will make a State visit to Russia in June at theinvitation of President Vladimir Putin.
The President expressed his pleasure atthe development of a comprehensive strategic partnership between Vietnam andRussia, saying that regular visits by leaders of the two countries have helpedstrengthen the political relationship and create the motivation for an activeand effective partnership in economics, trade and investment. Emphasising the great importance Vietnamattaches to the comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia, the Presidenturged the two sides to work closely in implementing the Free Trade Agreementbetween Vietnam and the Eurasian Economic Union to help boost economic exchangewith the union in general as well as between Vietnam and Russia in particular. He asked Russia to support Vietnameseinvestment and joint projects in Russia, especially in the fields of oil andgas, agriculture and light industry, and promulgate policies that providefavourable conditions for Vietnamese industrial zones in Moscow. He affirmed that Vietnam would createfavourable conditions for Russian enterprises investing in the country, inareas such as energy, oil and gas and automobile manufacturing. Vietnam is willing to help Russia joinnew projects on infrastructure and thermal power in the country, the leadersaid. Minister Maksim Oreshkin, who was inVietnam for the ministerial meeting of the 21-nation Asia-Pacific EconomicCooperation (APEC) forum, reiterated that Russia hopes to strengthen bilateralcooperation in economics, trade and investment. He pledged that Russia will work closely withVietnam to effectively implement the Vietnam-Eurasia FTA in order to bringpractical benefits to both countries. The minister also said Russia willcontinue to support Vietnam in hosting the APEC Year 2017. Last year, two-way trade turnoverreached 2.7 billion USD, up 25 percent over the previous year. In the firstfour months of 2017, the turnover continued to increase by 30 percent, reaching1.1 billion USD. The two sides aim to increase two-waytrade turnover to 10 billion USD by 2020.-VNA
With demand to import more than 10 billion USD worth of apparel products each year, Russia is a market with potential for Vietnamese garment-textile businesses.
A ceremony celebrating the 72nd anniversary of Russia’ Victory Day took place in Ho Chi Minh City on May 12, attracting representatives from the municipal departments, Vietnamese and Russian alumni
Pham Duc Vinh, Vice Secretary of the Party’s Committee in Russia, shared Vietnam’s experience in building socialism at a meeting in Moscow, Russia on May 13.
The visits reflected the elevated position of Vietnam’s foreign policy in the new era—aimed at not only advancing ties with key regional partners like Egypt and Angola but also delivering a strategic message about Vietnam’s commitment to deepening relations with African nations as a whole.
At their talks and meetings, President Cuong and Angola’s top leaders affirmed that the close brotherhood and traditional friendship are a valuable shared asset and a solid foundation for the two nations to advance into a new phase of development.
The ruling People’s Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA) attaches great importance to the friendship, solidarity, and comradeship with the Communist Party of Vietnam, and voiced her Party’s wish to further deepen and expand relations between the two sides for the benefit of the Vietnamese and Angolan people.
Vietnam pledges to do its utmost to build an ASEAN of solidarity, consensus, and unity in diversity, and to foster a fast and sustainable development path for ASEAN, grounded in science, technology, and innovation, said Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.
Party General Secretary To Lam called on the criminal police force to accelerate the application of science, technology, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation in criminal investigation tasks such as crime prevention, detection, tracking and verification, ensuring that no area remains out of their reach.
Many Koreans living, studying, and working in Hanoi see the upcoming state visit to the Republic of Korea (RoK) by Party General Secretary To Lam as an opportunity to generate strong synergy in economic cooperation, people-to-people exchanges, and cultural understanding.
The achievements of the five decades of Vietnam–Angola cooperation provide a strong and enduring foundation, as well as momentum for the two sides to consolidate, expand, and bring their partnership into a new phase of development.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh stressed that the emulation and commendation work is a vital driver, fostering patriotism, dedication, and collective momentum in the run-up to the 11th National Patriotic Emulation Congress, Party congresses at all levels, and the 14th National Party Congress.
Emphasising the need for sustainable, long-term collaboration, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man called on Japanese investors not only to bring in capital but also to share expertise and modern technology, especially in areas such as green transformation, the circular economy, and advanced corporate governance.
President Luong Cuong's activities during his state visit to Angola, the celebration of the financial sector's 80th traditional day, and the Foreign Ministry's flag-hoisting ceremony marking the 58th founding anniversary of ASEAN are among news highlights on August 8.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Thailand Pham Viet Hung praised the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ meaningful initiative, noting that the ASEAN Family Run was not only a sporting activity but also an opportunity for diplomats and their families to show unity, connection, and solidarity within the ASEAN family.
Politburo member, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on August 8 attended the first congress of the Party Organisation of Tay Ho ward of Hanoi for the 2025–2030 term, during which he called for fresh momentum to turn the ward into a model that takes the lead in all fields.
The size of the economy increased from over 5 billion USD in 1986 to over 476 billion USD by 2024, making Vietnam the fourth-largest economy in Southeast Asia and the 34th largest in the world.
The ASEAN flag-hoisting ceremony is observed by the 10 ASEAN member countries on August 8 every year, aiming to spread and promote the ASEAN identity and affirm the determination to unite and cooperate for the common aspiration of long-term peace and prosperity of Southeast Asian countries under the common roof of the ASEAN Community.
Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Nguyen Manh Cuong highlighted ASEAN’s nearly six decades of development, during which the region transformed from division to harmony, from confrontation to cooperation, and from poverty to dynamic growth, becoming a global bright spot for regional cooperation.
Thirty years ago, on July 28, 1995, Vietnam’s accession to ASEAN marked a historic strategic decision, opening a new chapter in the country’s integration process and beginning its strong rise.
Ambassador Vu Le Thai Hoang has outlined specific priorities and proposals for cooperation with the UNODA in preparation for the upcoming 11th Review Conference of the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT).
The Vietnamese Party leader's visit is therefore expected to mark a new stage in the development of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries, with a focus on such areas as digital transformation, supply chains, semiconductors, clean energy, and maritime security, Choe assessed.
At their meeting, which took place in the Angolan capital of Luanda on August 7 as part of State President Luong Cuong’s ongoing state visit to the African nation, the two officials also agreed to make full use of existing cooperation mechanisms, particularly the Vietnam – Angola Intergovernmental Committee, and step up exchanges of delegations at all levels.
President Luong Cuong's talks with his Angolan counterrpart João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço, Vietnamese leader's receptions for a delegation from the Japan – Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Alliance, and the Government's regular meeting for July are among news highlights on August 7 evening.
President Tran Dai Quang (R) and Russian Minister of Economic Development Maksin Oreshkin at a meeting on May 21 in Hanoi (Photo: VNA)
