Vietnam - the Netherlands Comprehensive Partnership grows stronger

On April 9, 1973, the Kingdom of the Netherlands officially established diplomatic relations with Vietnam. 50 years on, it is considered a typical example of a dynamic and effective relationship, developing well and posting many major achievements in all fields, with emphasis placed on agricultural cooperation, water management, and investment.

Prime Minister Vo Van Kiet and Prime Minister of the Netherlands Wim Kok sign a Joint Declaration of Intent on strengthening cooperation between the two countries in Hanoi on June 12, 1995. (Photo: VNA)

Coast Guard ship 8001 - a modern, multi-functional vessel built with technology transferred by the DAMEN Group from the Netherlands is launched at a ceremony in Hanoi on Oct. 23, 2012. (Photo: VNA)

During her visit to Vietnam, Queen Maxima of the Netherlands visits a clean agricultural production model in Don Duong district and Da Lat city in Lam Dong province (May 30, 2017). (Photo: VNA)

Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte chairs the welcoming ceremony for Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on December 12, 2022. (Photo: VNA)

Hanoi - Amsterdam High School for the Gifted is a special symbol of the friendship between the people of the two capitals - Hanoi and Amsterdam - in particular and the two countries in general. The school was set up in 1985 and has developed into a cradle for training young talent, becoming an important intellectual resource for Vietnam. (Photo: VNA)

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