In a significant move to bolster bilateral relations, Chinese Premier Xi Jinping met with To Lam, the newly elected general secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. This meeting marks To Lam's first overseas visit since taking office, emphasizing the high strategic importance both nations place on their partnership.
Both leaders vowed to deepen their countries' traditional friendship and collaboratively develop a China-Vietnam community with a shared future. Premier Xi highlighted the rapid economic development and social stability both nations have achieved, attributing these successes to the strength of the socialist system and ongoing reforms.
The discussions focused on enhancing economic cooperation through initiatives like the Belt and Road Initiative and Vietnam's Two Corridors and One Economic Circle strategy. Plans include accelerating infrastructure projects such as railways, expressways, and ports, as well as improving smart customs systems to facilitate smoother trade and investment.
Looking ahead, China and Vietnam aim to celebrate the 75th anniversary of their diplomatic ties next year with a series of cultural and people-to-people exchange activities. Both nations are committed to upholding the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence and promoting a multipolar world that benefits all countries.
Premier Xi also emphasized the importance of maintaining close strategic communication and high-level exchanges, ensuring that both countries can effectively manage and resolve any differences. This cooperation is seen as a cornerstone for building a stable and prosperous regional community.
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