Russian President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin and his entourage arrived in Hanoi on June 19 night, starting a state visit to Vietnam from June 19-20 at the invitation of General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam Nguyen Phu Trong.
Vietnam and Russia share a longstanding friendship and a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Vietnam considers its relationship with Russia strategically important, designating the country as a top priority in its foreign policy. Similarly, Russia views Vietnam as a reliable partner and one of its primary priorities in the Asia-Pacific region.
Since the Free Trade Agreement between Vietnam and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) took effect, trade turnover between Vietnam and Russia has made significant progress. The State visit to Vietnam by Russian President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin on June 19-20 is expected to open new opportunities in bilateral relations, towards mutual prosperity.
During his 5th visit to Vietnam on June 19 and 20, President Vladimir Putin and a high-ranking delegation of Russia are scheduled to have talks and meetings with senior leaders of Vietnam and some other activities, thereby continuing to enhance and develop the two countries' relations.
On March 1, 2001, Vietnam and the Russian Federation establish a Strategic Partnership. On June 16, 1994, they sign the Treaty on Principles of Friendly Relations. To date, the traditional Vietnam-Russia friendship relationship has developed extensively in all areas and continues to be strengthened and enhanced.
