Official welcome ceremony held for Hungarian President in Hanoi
The visit is expected to deepen the two countries' traditional ties while opening new avenues for cooperation in renewable energy, nuclear energy, labour, information and communication technology, digital transition, and green transformation.
President Luong Cuong and Hungarian President Sulyok Tamas review guard of honour of Vietnam People’s Army. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – State President Luong Cuong and his spouse hosted a welcome ceremony in Hanoi on May 28 for Hungꦜarian President Sulyok Tamas and his spouse, who are on an official visit to Vietnam from May 27-29.
Children from Hanoi waved the national flags of both countries to welcome President Sulyok Tamas, his spouse, and the Hungarian high-level delegation.
Amid ceremonial music, the two leaders walked to a honour platform as the national anthems of Vietnam and Hungary were played by a military band. They then reviewed the Guard of Honour of the Vietnam People’s Army.
Following the welcome ceremony, the two leaders held talks to review recent cooperation outcomes and set directions for future collaboration.
This marks the first visit to Vietnam by a Hungarian head of state in 11 years and takes place as the two countries are celebrating the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties (February 3, 1950 – 2025). Over the past 75 years, Vietnam and Hungary have enjoyed a flourishing relationship across various fields, including education and training, legal and judicial cooperation, culture, sports, and people-to-people exchanges.
Vietnam and Hungary officially established diplomatic relations on February 3, 1950. Since then, both nations have stood side by side through times of war and peace, offering mutual support in nation-building efforts. The bilateral friendship and cooperation have continued to strengthen in traditional areas such as education, law and justice, and cultural exchange.
President Luong Cuong and spouse welcome Hungarian President Sulyok Tamas and spouse. (Photo: VNA)
Hungary regards Vietnam as a key partner in Southeast Asia. In September 2018, the two countries elevated their ties to a comprehensive partnership. In recent years, political and diplomatic relations have grown deeper, on the basis of mutual trust and understanding, providing a solid foundation for expanding cooperation. Vietnam and Hungary also maintain close and effective cooperation and offer mutual support at multilateral forums, particularly at the United Nations and within the framework of the Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM).
Political trust remains the cornerstone for fostering stronger economic and trade ties. Hungary played an active role in promoting the approval of the EU–Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) and was the first EU member to ratify the EU–Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA). Leveraging the advantages of EVFTA, bilateral trade has seen impressive growth. The two countries aim to boost two-way trade by 10% annually, capitalising on the opportunities provided by the agreement.
Education and training have long been a pillar of bilateral cooperation. Hungary has helped train more than 4,000 PhDs, masters, and engineers, many of have hold key positions in Vietnam. Both sides continue to strengthen collaboration in traditional areas, such as culture, sports, tourism, labour, science and technology, environment, agriculture, and water management, while expanding into new fields including the circular economy, innovation, green finance, renewable energy, and digital transformation.
The official visit by President Tamas and his spouse underscores Hungary’s appreciation of Vietnam’s growing regional and international stature and reflects the shared desire to further advance the Vietnam–Hungary Comprehensive Partnership.
The visit is expected to deepen the two countries' traditional ties while opening new avenues for cooperation in renewable energy, nuclear energy, labour, information and communication technology, digital transition, and green transformation./.
On the morning of May 28, at the Presidential Palace, State President Luong Cuong and his spouse hosted an official welcome ceremony for Hungarian President Sulyok Tamas and his spouse during their official visit to Vietnam. Following the welcome ceremony, the two leaders held talks.
On the evening of May 27, shortly after arriving in Hanoi, Hungarian President Sulyok Tamás and the First Lady took a leisurely stroll through the streets surrounding Hoan Kiem Lake, taking in the sights and atmosphere of the capital.
Taking place as the two countries are celebrating the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations (February 3, 1950 – 2025), President Sulyok Tamas’ visit to Vietnam marks a significant milestone and opens new cooperation opportunities in the Vietnam–Hungary Comprehensive Partnership.
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