Vietnam and Estonia share similar approaches to digital citizenship development, placing citizens at the centre of digital transformation and using electronic identity systems and resident databases as foundations for online public services and digital transactions.
Highlighting Vietnam’s dynamism, the Estonian minister said businesses joining his delegation are keen to explore mutually beneficial partnerships with Vietnamese counterparts. He added that the visit aims not only to seek business opportunities but also to build trust and people-to-people connections, laying a solid foundation for long-term cooperation between the two countries.
The firms represented sectors including defence, food and beverage, smart manufacturing, logistics and green tech, engaging with Vietnamese counterparts to explore potential partnerships.
Vietnam and Estonia hold considerable potential for cooperation, particularly in economy–trade, science–technology, defence–security, education–training and the maritime economy.
State President Luong Cuong on February 24 sent a congratulatory message to Estonian President Alar Karis on the occasion of the 108th anniversary of his country’s Independence Day (February 24, 1918 – 2026).
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s tour to Europe from June 5 to 14 served as a solid foundation and source of inspiration for Vietnam to continue realising its national development goals and attracting international resources in the new era.
With the principle of leaving no one behind and considering OVs as an inseparable part of the Vietnamese nation, the Government leader affirmed that even if there is only one Vietnamese citizen abroad, the Party and State will find every appropriate and effective way to care for that person’s life.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s spouse Le Thi Bich Tran presented a mosaic of the Estonian Prime Minister and his wife crafted from nearly 2,000 pieces of fabric to the Estonian lady.
PM Pham Minh Chinh expressed his impression of the hamornious design of the centre, which integrates nature and human presence while combining modern architecture with minimalist design principles that reflect the essence of Arvo Pärt's music.
The two sides underlined the need to soon launch a political consultation mechanism between the ministries, carry out policy dialogue, and boost cooperation in information technology so as to develop modern digital diplomacy.
The Vietnamese Government, PM Chinh said, will provide all necessary support in accordance with the law to ensure effective and sustainable operations by foreign investors, including those from Estonia.
The PM urged Estonian firms to support and partner with the Vietnamese Government and enterprises to expand investment in areas of mutual potential.
PM Michal emphasised that PM Chinh's visit was a historic trip as this was the first time a high-ranking Vietnamese leader has visited Estonia since the two nations established diplomatic relations in 1992, considering this a new impetus for the two sides to deepen bilateral relations and expand cooperation in many other areas where both sides have strengths and needs.
The centre also showcases technologies, hosts dialogues and consultations, and facilitates experience-sharing and partnership-building. It has welcomed delegations from over 150 countries who came to learn from the e-Estonia model.
At the invitation of Prime Minister Kristen Michal, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his spouse, along with a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation, pay an official visit to Estonia on June 5-7, 2025. This is the first visit to Estonia by a Vietnamese government leader since 1992 – when the two sides established diplomatic ties. Over the past years, the two countries have maintained a sound traditional relationship, actively supporting each other on multilateral forums.
The two sides concurred to promote dialogue mechanisms and regular delegation exchanges, enhance information and experience sharing across various sectors, including legislation. They also consented to support each other at inter-parliamentary forums.
PM Pham Minh Chinh proposed collaboration with Tallinn’s port authorities, urging partnerships in technology, infrastructure investment, and expertise sharing to advance Vietnam’s port system in the spirit of mutual benefits.
The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.
During his official visit to the Republic of Estonia, on the morning of June 5 (local time), Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his spouse visited the Tallinn Old Town, a famous destination in capital Tallinn.
On February 20, 1992, Vietnam and Estonia established diplomatic relations. Over the past times, despite the great geographical distance, the two countries have always attached importance to the traditional friendship, promoting their cooperation in a practical and effective manner.