Vietnamese PM arrives in Stockholm, starting official visit to Sweden
This is the first visit to Sweden by a Vietnamese PM in six years, aiming to further intensify Vietnam’s relations with Sweden, which holds an important role and stature in Europe.
PM Pham Minh Chinh and his spouse arrive at Stockholm Arlanda Airport on June 11 evening. (Photo: VNA)
Stockholm (VNA) – After wrapping up bilateral activities in France, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, his spouse, and the high-ranking delegation of Vietnam landed at Stockholm Arlanda Airport on June 11 evening (local time), beginning an official visit to Sweden at the invitation of Swedish PM Ulf Kristersson.
Those welcoming the Vietnamese leader and delegation at the airport included representatives of the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Vietnamese Ambassador to Sweden Tran Van Tuan, staff of the Vietnamese Embassy, and the Vietnamese community there.
This is the first visit to Sweden by a Vietnamese PM in six years, aiming to further intensify Vietnam’s relations with Sweden, which holds an important role and stature in Europe.
During the trip from June 12 to 14, PM Chinh is scheduled to have talks and meetings with representatives of the Swedish Royal Family, the PM, and the Speaker of the Riksdag (Parliament) of the country. He is set to visit the close Swedish friends of Vietnam, chair a bilateral economic forum, and meet with some large enterprises of Sweden. In addition, he will also visit and deliver remarks at a leading university of the host country.
PM Pham Minh Chinh and his spouse are welcomed at Stockholm Arlanda Airport on June 11 evening. (Photo: VNA)
Sweden was the first Western country to recognise and establish diplomatic ties with Vietnam when the latter was still fighting for national independence and reunification. It was also the Western country with the strongest and earliest movement in support of Vietnam’s resistance war against the US.
During the period of national renewal and construction, Sweden has consistently provided Vietnam with valuable material and spiritual support. Many important projects serving the people's life built with Sweden's assistance have long been vivid symbols of the close friendship between the two countries.
However, bilateral cooperation in various fields remains modest, having yet to live up to the potential and wishes of both sides.
PM Chinh’s visit is expected to create momentum for making breakthroughs, thus developing bilateral relations in a practical and effective manner, especially in the fields of politic♛s, diplomacy, economy and, especially, science, technology, innovation, information technology, environment, climate change response, and energy – areas that match Sweden’s strengths and Vietnam’s demand./.
PM Pham Minh Chinh's official visit to Sweden is a major political and diplomatic event with strategic importance for bilateral relations, according to Ambassador Tran Van Tuan.
Sweden was the first Western country to establish diplomatic relations with Vietnam on 11 January 1969, during Vietnam’s difficult struggle for independence and national reunification. Over more than half a century, the two countries have continuously worked to build and strengthen their bilateral ties, which have grown increasingly substantive and enduring, yielding proud achievements across multiple sectors.
Viewing the visit as both an occasion to celebrate the historic friendship and a stepping stone to promote future cooperation, Sweden wants to strengthen cooperation with Vietnam in key areas such as sustainable development, innovation and digital transformation, which are areas that Sweden has strengths and Vietnam is also developing strongly with great determination, Ndisi said.
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.
