The meeting took place against the backdrop of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Francophonie (APF) Executive Committee’s meeting
Secretary of the Long An Party Committee and Chairman of the provincial People's Council Nguyễn Văn Được expressed confidence that Việt Nam and Cambodia, including the three provinces of Svay Rieng, Prey Veng, and Long An, will continue to expand their cooperation in socio-economic development, political stability, border security and order, and social safety in border areas.
Emphasising that the visit reflects the OIF and its Administrator's respect for and attention to Việt Nam's role, National Assembly (NA) Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn expressed his belief that it will open new opportunities and foster cooperation between Việt Nam and the Francophone community in the coming period, aligning with the priorities of both sides.
The Czech media has highlighted the visit of Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, particularly the elevation of the bilateral relations to a Strategic Partnership, which is expected to open up opportunities for the two countries to strengthen cooperation in economy, trade, and other fields.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Việt Nam Central Committee Tô Lâm, State President Lương Cường, and Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính underscored that Việt Nam considers the United States a partner of strategic importance.
Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính, his spouse, and a high-ranking delegation of Việt Nam landed at Zurich Airport on January 20 night (local time), beginning a working visit to Switzerland, during which the leader will attend the 55th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos and conduct bilateral activities.
Both leaders expressed satisfaction with the socio-economic achievements of their countries and the positive developments in bilateral relations, despite global uncertainties.
The Vietnamese PM informed the host about the outcomes of his talks with Czech PM Petr Fiala, saying that both sides had been delighted at the elevation of ties to a strategic partnership, a milestone they described as historic.
Party General Secretary Tô Lâm acknowledged and appreciated the outstanding contributions of the press agencies nationwide, especially those covering the Party building work.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Lê Thị Thu Hằng welcomed the two sides moving towards signing a Letter of Intent on establishing a green strategic partnership to enhance collaboration in green transition, circular economy, and climate change adaptation.
Leaders of the two countries issued a joint statement on the upgrade of bilateral relations to a Strategic Partnership.
Party General Secretary Tô Lâm emphasised tasks should be carried out with determination and urgency; and each must be specifically assigned, with measurable indicators and clear timelines.
Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính emphasised that there remains significant potential for further developing bilateral ties.
National Assembly (NA) Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn expressed his belief that with the ambassador's prestige, Japanese businesses and investors will come to invest in the Mekong Delta, particularly Cần Thơ.
Party General Secretary Tô Lâm proposed the two sides continue to expand cooperation in a deeper, more substantive and effective manner across various fields.
National Assembly (NA) Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn called for improving the education level and intellectual standard of the people to meet the requirements of national industrialisation and modernisation.
PM Phạm Minh Chính’s visit to the Czech Republic takes place in the context that the traditional friendship between the two countries has been growing over the past 75 years.
The Special Operation Arms was urged to build a clean and strong Party organisation closely tied to its comprehensive development, and build a specially elite force in terms of politics.