Brazilian President concludes state visit to Vietnam
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva left Hanoi on March 29, successfully concluding his three-day state visit to Vietnam at the invitation of President Luong Cuong.
Hanoi children welcome Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on the morning of March 28, 2025. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - Brazilian President Luiz 🦋Inácio Lula da🌊 Silva left Hanoi on March 29, successfully concluding his three-day state visit to Vietnam at the invitation of President Luong Cuong.
During his stay in Vietnam, President Lula da Silva laid a wreath and paid tribute President Ho Chi Minh at his mausoleum, as well as laid flowers at the Monument to Heroes and Martyrs on Bac Son street, Ba Dinh district, Hanoi.
Party General Secretary To Lam received the Brazilian leader, while President Luong Cuong hosted an official welcome ceremony, held talks, and hosted a state banquet for the Brazilian guest. The two presidents met with the press and witnessed the signing of the two countries' cooperation agreements. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man had meetings with President Lula da Silva.
During these meetings, Vietnamese leaders reaffirmed the Party and State of Vietnam value Brazil, a key partner in its broader foreign policy in Latin America, and wish deepen the newly established Strategic Partnership between the two nations.
President Lula da Silva expressed his delight at returning to Vietnam and extended his gratitude to Vietnamese leaders for their warm and friendly reception. He praised Vietnam’s remarkable progress across various sectors, and reaffirmed Brazil’s view of Vietnam as a close friend and an important partner in Asia.
The two sides agreed on key directions to enhance their Strategic Partnership at both bilateral and multilateral levels. They emphasised the importance of effectively implementing signed agreements across various sectors to maximise cooperation potential and meet mutual expectations.
On this occasion, Vietnam and Brazil signed and exchanged several bilateral cooperation agreements.
As part of his visit, President Lula da Silva and PM Chinh attended and delivered speeches at the Vietnam-Brazil Business Forum and participated in a working lunch.
The two countries issued a Joint Statement on the occasion of President Lula da Silva's state visit to Vietnam.
President Lula da Silva also visited the Vietnam Military History Museum.
Before concluding his visit, he held a press conference to announce the outcomes of his trip and aspects of Vietnam-Brazil cooperation./.
The forum brought together business leaders from both nations, showcasing their respective strengths and investment opportunities. Key sectors discussed included aviation, mechanical engineering, manufacturing, energy, agriculture, wholesale and retail trade, and science and technology.
Minister of Public Security General Luong Tam Quang held talks with Chief-Minister of the Institutional Security Office of the Presidency of Brazil General Marcos Antonio Amaro dos Santos in Hanoi on March 28.
The Vietnamese legislature wishes to foster ties with the Brazilian Congress and reinforce the foundation of bilateral relations, he said, affirming Vietnam’s commitment to actively working with Brazil at global and regional parliamentary forums of which both countries are members.
Stronger efforts and determination are required to achieve and surpass the set targets, especially in the eradication of makeshift and dilapidated houses nationwide, the acceleration of public investment disbursement, and the implementation of nationally important transport projects, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.
The trip will be made at the invitations of Chinese Premier Li Qiang and WEF President and CEO Børge Brende, according to an announcement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Long spoke highly of the dynamic, positive, and comprehensive development of Vietnam – Russia relations in recent years. He affirmed that the Vietnamese Party and State place great importance on further strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia in a substantive and effective manner, in line with the development needs of both nations.
At the conference, participants reported that the Government has so far issued 28 decrees on the delegation of responsibilities and powers between the central Government and two-tier local administrations. Several localities have already piloted the new governance model.
Reality is the ultimate benchmark for success, he said, urging drafting agencies to work out policies that foster development, reduce bureaucratic hurdles, and respect practical conditions.
Under the official dispatch signed on June 20, ministers, heads of ministerial-level agencies, and chairpersons of provincial and municipal People’s Committees are requested to concentrate efforts on implementing core measures to ensure the smooth operations of the new administrative framework.
The Party chief underscored the need for the press to innovate relentlessly, evolve to keep pace with the country's development, transform into a truly professional, humanistic, and modern sector that serves the cause of the Party, the State, and the people on the path to national construction and development.
The UN Secretary-General praised Vietnam’s remarkable achievements in socio-economic development and international integration in recent years, noting that the country has emerged as a model in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting international peace and security, and engaging in key UN processes.
Nghia affirmed that this is a milestone of special significance, affirming and honouring the the Vietnamese revolutionary press’s glorious tradition of 100 years of serving the revolutionary cause of the Party, serving the Fatherland, and serving the people.
The Party and State of Vietnam always attach great importance to and give top priority to the development of Vietnam–China relations. Vietnam is ready to work with the Chinese Party and State to further deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership and promote the building of the Vietnam-China community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.
Under the leadership of President Ho Chi Minh and the CPV, President Cuong said, the press has been a steadfast force on the ideological and cultural front, rallying the masses to pursue national aspirations.
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed the need to accelerate the application of artificial intelligence and smart teaching equipment, innovate teaching and assessment methods, and further improve the quality of formal education.
He also pledged that the NA will promote its ongoing supervision, making sure that every promise must lead to results, and every commitment must bring about real changes.
Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien welcomed the proposals put forward by the US side and reiterated Vietnam’s request for consideration of key areas of interest, including reciprocal tariff policies and access for Vietnamese key export products to the US market.
Deputy PM Le Thanh Long proposed countries promote shared values, including building trust, sincerity, and solidarity among nations and peoples; fostering cooperation spirit and responsible behaviour as well as upholding international law and the UN Charter; and placing people at the centre and as the goal, the key player, and the driving force of all policies.
The show, together with a grand parade to be held silmutaneously at Ba Dinh Square in Hanoi, will celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution, the National Day, and the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA).
In particular, in April 2023, the two sides successfully carried out a joint operation that dismantled a major organised, transnational drug trafficking ring involving both Vietnamese and Cambodian suspects.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel is closely coordinating with relevant local agencies to stay informed and provide the utmost support possible for Vietnamese nationals.
