To Lam, the Party chief and State President of Vietnam, wrapped up a two-day visit to Mongolia on Tuesday before heading to Ireland at the invitation of President Michael D. Higgins. The visit included talks with key Mongolian leaders and highlighted the strong bilateral relationship while resulting in the signing of several cooperation memoranda. Lam’s upcoming travel to Ireland is a significant milestone as it marks the first state visit since the establishment of diplomatic ties in 1996.
To Lam, Vietnam’s Party chief and State President, concluded his two-day official visit to Mongolia before departing for Ireland. During his visit, Lam engaged in discussions with notable leaders of Mongolia, including President Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh, Chairman of the Parliament Dashzegviin Amarbayasgalan, and Prime Minister Luvsannamsrain Oyun-Erdene. He also inaugurated the Vietnam Cultural Day 2024 and visited the Inter-Level School No 14 named after President Ho Chi Minh. Furthermore, Lam interacted with the Vietnamese community in Mongolia and various Mongolian business representatives. The discussions underscored the longstanding friendship between Vietnam and Mongolia, with leaders from both nations expressing the desire to strengthen bilateral relations and cooperation in various fields. Mongolia reaffirmed its recognition of Vietnam as an essential partner in Southeast Asia and expressed interest in expanding collaborations. The Vietnamese leadership highlighted their commitment to advancing ties with Mongolia, emphasizing the significance of Mongolia’s foreign policy as well as the need for a comprehensive partnership between the two nations. The two sides signed seven memoranda of understanding to facilitate cooperation across multiple sectors and pledged to enhance collaboration in defense, trade, agriculture, science, culture, and social welfare. Notably, this visit coincided with the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Mongolia, marking a significant milestone for both countries. Subsequent to his visit to Mongolia, To Lam is set to embark on a state visit to Ireland, invited by Irish President Michael D. Higgins, as well as participate in the 19th Francophonie Summit and an official visit to France, marking significant diplomatic engagements for Vietnam on the global stage.
The visit of Vietnam’s top leader to Mongolia signifies a critical phase in the diplomatic relations between the two countries, especially as they commemorate 70 years of bilateral ties. This visit aims to deepen economic and cultural exchanges, strengthen partnerships, and affirm mutual commitments at a time when both nations are eager to enhance collaborative efforts in various sectors. This diplomatic engagement is pivotal not only for Vietnam and Mongolia but also reflects broader strategic dynamics in Southeast Asia and beyond.
The conclusion of To Lam’s state visit to Mongolia, enriched by notable discussions and signed agreements, lays the groundwork for enhanced bilateral relations and collaboration between Vietnam and Mongolia. The visit not only celebrates their shared history but also sets the stage for future endeavors rooted in mutual respect and partnership, reflective of Vietnam’s strategic diplomatic pursuits in the region and globally.
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