The Russian President’s Historic Trip to Hanoi
The recent visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin to Vietnam has sparked excitement and optimism about the strengthening of strategic partnerships between the two nations. Following his historic trip to Pyongyang, where he signed a new partnership treaty with Kim Jong-un’s government, Putin met with his Vietnamese counterpart and other top officials in Hanoi.
During his visit, Putin discussed economic partnerships, trade, and scientific cooperation with Vietnamese leaders. The red carpet welcome at Hanoi’s Noi Bai international airport set the tone for fruitful discussions and agreements between the two countries.
Putin also paid homage at the President Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and invited President To Lam to the 2025 Victory Day celebrations in Moscow. The joint statement released highlighted the commitment of Russia and Vietnam to enhance bilateral cooperation in various sectors.
Overall, the visit was marked by the signing of 15 documents, including agreements on education, justice, nuclear technology, and offshore oil exploration. The spotlight was on the project to build a Center for Nuclear Science and Technology in Vietnam, showcasing the deepening ties between the two nations.