To deepen practical cooperation, Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung proposed increasing exchanges at all levels, especially high-level visits, while strengthening coordination and mutual support at multilateral forums, particularly as Greece serves as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for the 2025–2026 term.
Minister of Migration and Asylum Athanasios Plevris stressed that Greece is keen to strengthen labour ties with ASEAN countries to address labour shortages.
Vietnam Day in Greece 2026 was a meaningful event that helped strengthen people-to-people exchanges, promote the image of Vietnam, its culture and people, and further reinforce the traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation between Vietnam and Greece.
Vietnamese Ambassador Pham Thi Thu Huong described the late leader as a noble symbol of genuine patriotism harmoniously combined with proletarian internationalism. She stressed that the legacy he left behind is not only national independence, but also a rich treasure of ideology, morality, culture and lifestyle, embodying the spirit of self-reliance and resilience.
The bazaar was held to promote people-to-people exchanges between the bloc and Greece, raise the profile of ASEAN in the host country, and support disadvantaged children in Greece.
The ambassador noted that Vietnam has evolved from an economy plagued by hyperinflation into one of the region’s most dynamic performers, posting GDP growth of 8.02% in 2025. The country has reached upper middle-income status, with per capita income of 5,026 USD.
Ngo Sy Hoai, Secretary General of the Vietnam Timber and Forest Products Association, highlighted the sector’s strengths, noting that Vietnamese wood products are now exported to 118 markets worldwide. Vietnam is currently the world’s second-largest exporter of wood products and the leading exporter of outdoor furniture.
Greece considers Vietnam an important economic partner in Southeast Asia, particularly given its impressive growth rate, said First Vice President of the Hellenic Parliament Ioannis Plakiotakis.
Thanking Greece for being one of the first EU member states to ratify the EVIPA, Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung suggested Greece continue to support and encourage the remaining EU members to complete the ratification soon.
Vietnam as one of Greece’s most important partners in Southeast Asia and Greece wishes to promote comprehensive cooperation through both parliamentary and governmental channels, contributing to taking the relationship between the two countries to a higher level.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Greece Pham Thi Thu Huong attended the opening ceremony of the 22nd National Congress of the Communist Party of Greece (KKE) in Athens.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Greece Pham Thi Thu Huong underscored the important role of the Vietnamese community in Greece - an inseparable part of the Vietnamese nation as a bridge of friendship contributing to the promotion of people-to-people diplomacy between the two countries.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Greece took part in the International Cultural Festival 2026, organised by the UNESCO Club of Piraeus and Islands in Greece, marking the embassy’s first activity of the new year and highlighting its efforts to bring the image of Vietnam closer to the Greek public and international friends through traditional Vietnamese cuisine.
Vietnam encourages and supports the development of its shipping fleet and shipbuilding industry, while expanding cooperation with international partners in maritime transport, said National Assembly (NA) Vice Chairman Nguyen Duc Hai.
Vice Chairman of the National Assembly Nguyen Duc Hai and a high-ranking delegation from the Vietnamese parliament paid an official visit to Greece from September 30 to October 3
Festival-goers enjoyed Vietnam’s signature fried spring rolls and prawn crackers while also watching live demonstrations of how the spring rolls are made.
According to the diplomat, the visit highlights the growing role of parliamentary diplomacy in elevating the bilateral relationship.
From a backward economy, the country has entered the world’s top 32 economies by GDP scale and ranks among the 20 leading nations in terms of trade and foreign investment attraction. In the first half of this year, Vietnam’s GDP growth reached 7.52%, the highest in 15 years.
During the event, visitors expressed special interest in traditional Vietnamese cuisine and handicrafts, especially commemorative souvenirs marking the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day.
Addressing the event, Indonesian Ambassador Dr. Bebeb A.K.N. Djundjunan, who is now holding the ACAT rotating chairmanship, highlighted ASEAN’s message on a more united, resilient, inclusive, and sustainable association. He reviewed key achievements of the group, such as community building and expanded cooperation with global partners.
The embassy advises Vietnamese citizens travelling in Greece that they should avoid standing close to cliff edges, boat sides, and refrain from going out to sea during storms to prevent unfortunate incidents.
Building on the shared strengths of both sides, the diplomat expressed her hope for deeper cooperation with Rhodes, particularly in tourism, hospitality, education, and labour.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Greece Pham Thi Thu Huong invited Ionian authorities and businesses to visit Vietnam to explore cooperation prospects. She also encouraged local hospitality businesses in the Ionian Islands to consider hiring Vietnamese workers, with support from the regional government and the Vietnamese Embassy.
Choosing the meaningful occasion of Vietnamese Family Day on June 28, Singapore-based Vietnamese author Tina Yuan launched two travel books about Vietnam and Greece.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Greece, serving as Chair of the ASEAN Committee in Athens (ACAT), convened the 36th ACAT meeting in the Greek capital, bringing together ambassadors and working groups from ASEAN member states in Greece, including Vietnam, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Thailand.