Vietnamese President Tô Lâm and Russian counterpart witnessed the exchange of cooperation agreements signed during the latter's State visit to Việt Nam on June 20, 2024. — VNA/VNS Photo Nhan Sáng

MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin has sent a letter of thanks to General Secretary of the Communist Party of Việt Nam Central Committee Nguyễn Phú Trọng and State President Tô Lâm after his state visit to Việt Nam on June 19-20.

"Our talks were truly constructive and productive. I am confident that the implementation of the achieved bilateral agreements will help to further strengthen the relations of comprehensive strategic partnership," says the translated version by TASS news agency of Putin's message posted on the Kremlin’s website.

"I expect that active joint work on key issues on the bilateral and international agenda will be continued," Putin said.

He thanked the Vietnamese leadership “for a warm welcome and unforgettable hospitality,” affirming that the trip gave him the kindest impressions.

“I wish you good health and new achievements for the benefit of the friendly Vietnamese people," Putin added. — VNS