Hanoi (VNA) – Party General Secretary To Lam’s visit to Indonesia has drawn wide attention from regional and international media, highlighting the growing potential of bilateral cooperation.
Indonesia’s en.antaranews.com reported that the upgrade of Vietnam – Indonesia’s relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership marks a major milestone, opening vast opportunities in sectors like the green economy, renewable energy, semiconductor technology, defence, security, and maritime affairs. Both sides also look to boost people-to-people exchanges and tourism.
Singapore’s thediplomaticnetwork.com on March 11 underscored the strengthening of ties through frequent high-level exchanges and close cooperation on regional and international issues in recent years, particularly within ASEAN and on maritime security.
Chinese media outlets such as Sohu, Sina, and Baidu Baijiahao noted Indonesia’s position as ASEAN’s largest economy and the potential for Vietnam to make use of high-level interactions to enhance collaboration in the Mekong-ASEAN Economic Corridor and, especially, seek breakthroughs in digital economy and fisheries management. They also highlighted opportunities from combining Indonesia’s nickel ore resources with Vietnam’s battery production capabilities to promote ASEAN's deeper integration into the new energy vehicle industry chain.
Party General Secretary To Lam (L) shakes hands with President of the Republic of Indonesia and Chairman of the Great Indonesia Movement Party (Gerindra) Prabowo Subianto at their joint press conference in Jakarta on March 10. (Photo: VNA)
Some regional and international newswires praised the timing of the partnership upgrade as the two countries share many similarities as well as challenges like the potential US tariff pressure. The relationship elevation is viewed as a strategic move to mitigate economic and geopolitical impacts of the US tariff policy.
The US-based benarnews.org reported the elevation of bilateral ties aims to build on the achievements obtained since their strategic partnership was established in 2013.
Meanwhile, Eurasia Review noted Vietnam’s ambitious industrialisation, modernisation, and digital transformation plans are expected to boost sustainable economic growth. The new partnership is expected to unlock further cooperation potential in such important fields as infrastructure, technology, and renewable energy while enhancing both sides’ capabilities to address regional and global security challenges and promote shared prosperity./.
