Outcomes of PM’s Europe trip help Vietnam confidently step into new era
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s official visits to Poland and the Czech Republic, as well as his attendance at the 55th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) and bilateral activities in Switzerland from January 15-23 conveyed a message of determination and aspiration to attract international resources to drive national development in a new era.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attends and delivers a speech at the discussion session themed "ASEAN: Connecting to reach out" moderated by President of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Borge Brende, within the framework of the 55th annual meeting of the WEF in Davos, Switzerland. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s official visits to Poland and the Czech Republic, as well as his attendance at the 55t𒐪h Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) and bilateral activities in Switzerland from January 15-23 conv𓆉eyed a message of determination and aspiration to attract international resources to drive national development in a new era.
During the trip, Chinh had a hectic schedule, as he held talks and meetings with most of the high-ranking leaders of the State, Government, and Parliament of Poland and the Czech Republic, and held talks with the Swiss President.
A key outcome is that all the three European countries expressed a desire and agreed to upgrade and enhance their relations with Vietnam. Specifically, Vietnam and Poland aim to elevate their relationship to a Strategic Partnership; Vietnam and the Czech Republic upgraded their ties to a Strategic Partnership; while Vietnam and Switzerland elevated their relationship to a Comprehensive Partnership.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Hang stated that the agreements to elevate the level of relations between Vietnam and Poland, the Czech Republic, and Switzerland hold historical significance, creating a breakthrough for Vietnam and these countries to enter a new phase.
PM Chinh and the leaders of the countries agreed on measures to create new momentum for cooperation in traditional areas such as trade, investment, tourism, education and training, defence and security, culture, tourism, and labour; and to expand collaboration into new ones such as digital transformation, green transition, information and communication technology, cybersecurity, pharmaceuticals, automotive industry, and aviation and railway connectivity. In particular, trade between Vietnam and Poland as well as the Czech Republic is set to increase to 5 billion USD per year, up from the current level of around 2 billion USD.
To quickly materialise these agreements and the desire to enhance cooperation, Chinh also engaged with leaders of various organisations, political parties, and friendship associations, and visited many cultural, scientific, and technological institutions in the countries. He chaired forums, dialogues, and meetings with leading businesses from these countries to encourage investment and promote trade between Vietnam and the respective countries. On this occasion, Vietnam and the three countries signed eight cooperation agreements in such areas as diplomacy, labour, aviation, education, sports, and culture.
Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien stated that the European countries highly value Vietnam's role and regard it as a leading strategic partner in the region and globally. They expressed their desire to elevate bilateral relations to a new, comprehensive, and effective level across various fields. Vietnam and these countries discussed and agreed on numerous important goals, tasks, and solutions in economic, trade, and investment cooperation.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attends uan Que Huong (Homeland Spring) programme in Czech Republic (Photo: VNA)
Notably, the Government leader took time to visit businesses owned by Vietnamese people and met with embassy staffs and the Vietnamese communities in Poland and the Czech Republic. Chinh and his wife also joined them in Xuan Que Huong (Homeland Spring) programmes.
At the WEF’s 55th Annual Meeting, PM Chinh had a packed schedule, as he participated in and delivered speeches at four discussion sessions, three of them exclusively designed by the WEF for Vietnam.
Rebeca Grynspan, Secretary-General of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), said that Vietnam has emerged as a remarkable example of how trade and investment can fuel inclusive growth and development.
Highlighting Vietnam's remarkable average annual economic growth rate of approximately 7% over the past three decades, she said Vietnam’s hosting of UNCTAD’s 16th session in October 2025 is highly anticipated.
On this occasion, the Vietnamese Prime Minister held meetings with nearly 20 leaders from various countries and international organisations. Together with leaders from ministries, sectors, and localities, he engaged in exchanges and dialogues with nearly 250 top economic groups in five separate discussion sessions.
According to Don Lam, CEO of VinaCapital Group, some investors he met this time expressed their desire and hope that Vietnam will further open its door to allow foreign businesses to bring technology into the country for investment, as it is currently politically stable and has an abundant workforce in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Naga Chandrasekara, Executive Vice President and Chief Global Operations Officer of Intel Corporation, which has invested in Vietnam for over 15 years, stated that Vietnam has big opportunities in digital transformation and innovation, thanks to its young, abundant, and talented workforce. The ambitious vision, goals, and commitments of the Vietnamese government serve as a strong driving force, reflecting its high level of determination.
It can be affirmed that attending the WEF meeting, the PM and the Vietnamese delegation conveyed a strong message of sincerity, cooperation, solidarity, and responsibility toward the international community; and expressed the country’s readiness and desire to foster effective cooperation with partners.
The Government leader’s trip continues to implement and affirm Vietnam's foreign policy, and helps further deepen the country's relations with its partners, enhance its position and role, and highlight its responsible contributions to the global community./.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's Europe trip continues to implement and affirm Vietnam's foreign policy, and helps further deepen the country's relations with its partners, enhance its position and role, and highlight its responsible contributions to the global community.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with Professor Klaus Schwab, Founder and Executive Chairman of the World Economic Forum, on the sidelines of the 55th WEF Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, on January 22 morning (local time).
PM Pham Minh Chinh called for cooperation and connection between ASEAN and the world, and between Vietnam and ASEAN countries to develop together and move forward together to exploit the world’s intelligence to serve common development goals.
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.
The launch of Thanh Nien (Young People) newspaper in 1925, even before the founding of the Communist Party of Vietnam, is considered a testament to President Ho Chi Minh’s strategic foresight and strong belief in the guiding power of the revolutionary media.
