General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam and State President Tô Lâm concluded a two-day state visit to Mongolia, engaging in discussions with various leaders, and heading to Ireland for further diplomatic meetings. The visit reinforced the longstanding friendship between Vietnam and Mongolia, with both parties committing to enhancing bilateral cooperation across numerous areas, culminating in the signing of seven memoranda of understanding.
On Tuesday, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President Tô Lâm departed from Ulaanbaatar after a successful two-day official visit to Mongolia, en route to Ireland where he will participate in additional state engagements at the invitation of President Michael D. Higgins. During his time in Mongolia, President Lâm engaged in bilateral talks with President Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh, held discussions with Chairman of the Parliament Dashzegviin Amarbayasgalan, and met Prime Minister Luvsannamsrain Oyun-Erdene. Noteworthy events included the inauguration of the Vietnam Cultural Day 2024, as well as a visit to Inter-Level School No. 14, which honors President Hồ Chí Minh. Additionally, he interacted with Vietnamese Embassy staff and the Vietnamese community, alongside representatives from various Mongolian business entities. The discussions between leaders underscored the esteemed Vietnam-Mongolia friendship that has flourished for over seventy years, focusing on the enhancement of their bilateral relations and addressing global and regional matters of common interest. The Mongolian leadership reiterated that Vietnam remains a significant partner in Southeast Asia, which is indicative of their commitment to fostering expanded collaboration across diverse fields. In reciprocation, Vietnam emphasized its dedication to cultivating relations with Mongolia, honoring the nation’s peaceful, independent, and multi-faceted foreign policy, as well as its “third neighbour” strategy. Both countries expressed a desire to elevate their relationship to a comprehensive partnership. The meeting culminated in mutual agreements to promote exchanges among delegations across all levels, including the Party, State, Government, and National Assembly, while enhancing connectivity between their peoples. A commitment to fostering collaborations across sectors was made, covering national defense, law enforcement, trade, agriculture, education, and other vital areas. During the visit, seven memoranda of understanding concerning cooperation were signed between various ministries and relevant units, highlighting the visit’s significance in paving the way for future diplomatic and cooperative prospects between Vietnam and Mongolia.
The relationship between Vietnam and Mongolia has been historically rooted in solidarity and cooperation, evolving over seventy years of mutual respect and collaboration. With Vietnam positioning itself increasingly as an influential partner in Southeast Asia and Mongolia pursuing a foreign policy of openness, a strengthening of ties has been recognized as beneficial to both nations. The desire to deepen diplomatic ties and expand cooperation in multiple sectors emerges from their shared interests in regional peace, stability, and development, emphasizing a commitment to supporting each other on the global stage.
The successful completion of General Secretary and State President Tô Lâm’s official visit to Mongolia marked a significant milestone in enhancing the Vietnam-Mongolia relationship. The discussions and agreements reached during this visit are expected to facilitate continued collaboration and strengthen diplomatic ties, contributing positively to peace and stability in the region and beyond. The commitment to advancing a comprehensive partnership presents new opportunities for both nations to work closely across diverse sectors in the future.
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