Vietnamese President To Lam on June 20 presided over the welcome ceremony for Russian President Vladimir Putin, held solemnly at the Presidential Palace in Hanoi with the highest protocol reserved for heads of state.
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.
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.
