The Azerbaijani Ambassador to Vietnam believes that 2026 will be particularly significant as the strategic decisions approved by the two countries’ leaders are being implemented in a coordinated and consistent manner, sending positive signals for economic ties.
Vietnam – Azerbaijan defence ties have progressed in line with directions of the two countries’ leaders and defence ministries, as well as the signed cooperation agreements, yielding positive results, particularly in the exchange of delegations at various levels and in the defence industry.
Chief Justice of the Supreme People’s Court Nguyen Van Quang expressed his hope that the two sides will increase exchanges, along with the sharing of information and experience in judicial and legal reforms.
Both sides agreed to soon develop and sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) focusing on expert exchanges, joint research programmes, co-organising international conferences, and publishing scientific works in areas of mutual interest. These initiatives aim to enhance academic interaction, share knowledge and research experience, and open new prospects for future collaboration.
Vietnam has consistently pursued a foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, peace, friendship, cooperation, development, multilateralisation and diversification of external relations, as well as its “Four Nos” defence policy, Giang underscored.
The two sides agreed to enhance information sharing and policy consultation at all levels – from technical experts to government leaders – to promptly address issues arising during the course of cooperation, and to seek flexible solutions to balance and raise bilateral trade.
Son said beyond opening a new chapter of cooperation with traditional friends from the former Soviet Union, the eight-day tour not only reinforced but also renewed and redefined Vietnam’s relationships with these countries, based on the long-standing friendship nurtured by generations of leaders and people of Vietnam and the respective nations.
The Azerbaijani FM expressed his confidence that elevating the bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership will unlock new opportunities for cooperation across various fields
The adoption of the joint statement on the establishment of a strategic partnership between the two nations during this visit marks a historic milestone, laying a foundation for further strengthening bilateral relations in the coming time.
The signing of the cooperation agreements took place within the framework of Party General Secretary To Lam's state visits to Kazakhstan (May 5-7) and Azerbaijan (May 7-8). It aims to implement the Vietnamese Party and State’s foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, multilateralisation and diversification of international relations, serving the country's development in the new situation.
The Party chief stated that Vietnam wants to invest in oil fields in Azerbaijan and continue importing petroleum products for its refineries, and liquefied gas for its power plants.
The inauguration of the commemorative room is a testament to the determination of the peoples of both Vietnam and Azerbaijan in realising President Ho Chi Minh's vision of building a strong and sustainable oil and gas industry in Vietnam, while also deepening bilateral cooperation in this sector.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee To Lam had a meeting with Speaker of the Milli Majlis (National Assembly) of Azerbaijan in Baku on May 8 as part of his state visit to the Kavkaz country.
The cooperation documents signed on the occasion of Party General Secretary To Lam's Azerbaijan visit reflect a broad and deepening partnership across multiple sectors.
Vietnam and Azerbaijan have issued a joint statement on the establishment of a strategic partnership.
Party General Secretary To Lam proposed solutions aimed at creating breakthroughs and fostering substantive, effective, and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Azerbaijan.
This visit is the highest level trip by a Vietnamese Party and State leader to Azerbaijan since the establishment of the two countries' diplomatic ties in 1992.
With a strong foundation of friendship and growing mutual interests, the state visit by Party General Secretary To Lam is poised to elevate Vietnam–Azerbaijan relations to new heights - in line with the aspirations and benefit of both nations, for global peace and stability.
President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev expressed confidence that Party General Secretary To Lam’s visit will serve as a vital impetus for enhancing cooperation and opening new horizons for bilateral relations, based on friendship and mutual respect.
The upcoming state visit to Azerbaijan by Party General Secretary To Lam is expected to pave the way for significant breakthroughs, helping to foster more substantive and effective cooperation.
The upcoming state visit to Azerbaijan by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee To Lam will mark a new chapter in strengthening the relations between the two countries.
The state visits by Vietnamese Party General Secretary To Lam to Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan are expected to further strengthen relations between Vietnam and the Central Asian countries, according to international media.
Party General Secretary To Lam’s visit is the highest-level trip by a Vietnamese Party and State leader to Azerbaijan since the establishment of the two countries' diplomatic ties.
The visits aim to continue intensifying the comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia, as well as the traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation with Belarus, Azerbaijan, and Kazakhstan.
Expressing her delight at the steadily advancing relations between Vietnam and Azerbaijan, Vice State President Vo Thi Anh Xuan affirmed the determination to continue deepening bilateral ties and promoting substantive cooperation across multiple sectors.