Elevating Vietnam-France strategic partnership to new height

Over the past 50 years, the traditional friendship between Vietnam and France has become increasingly robust and profound. In 2013, the two countries elevated their relationship to a strategic partnership, solidifying their status as reliable and committed partners. This upgrade has enhanced their collaboration across various sectors, resulting in more effective and practical cooperation.

President Emmanuel Macron welcomes and holds talks with Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong during the latter’s official visit to France (Paris, March 27, 2018). (Photo: VNA)

During official visit to France, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh meets French President Emmanuel Macron at Élysée Palace, Paris, November 4, 2021. (Photo: VNA)

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh meets with French President Emmanuel Macron in Dubai on December 2, 2023 within the framework of the 28th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) (Photo: VNA)

Gemalink International Port, located in Phu My town, Ba Ria-Vung Tau province, is the sole deep-water port in the Cai Mep - Thi Vai area. The investment is primarily funded by Gemadept Corporation from Vietnam, which holds a 75% stake, while the CMA-CGM Group from France contributes 25%. The first phase of the port begins construction in February 2019, covering an area of 33 hectares, with a total investment of 330 million USD. (Photo: VNA)

French experts and doctors from Viet Duc Friendship Hospital conduct imaging diagnosis for patients as part of the training course "Enhancing capacity for diagnosing and treating venous diseases" (Hanoi, November 21, 2013). (Photo: VNA)

The Urban Railway Line No. 3 project (Nhon – Hanoi station) is financed through ODA loans from the Asian Development Bank, the French Development Agency, the European Investment Bank, and the French Government. Design consulting is provided by the French firm Systra. (Photo: VNA)

An exhibition features traditional costumes of Vietnamese ethnic groups by collector Alain Dussarps. The exhibition expresses the affection of French friends, particularly collector Alain Dussarps, for Vietnam, contributing to strengthening the friendship between the two nations. (Photo: VNA)