The UN Summit of the Future commences on September 22 at the UN headquarters in New York. Leading the Vietnamese delegation, Party General Secretary and President To Lam graces the event with his presence.
At the first plenary session of the UN Summit, the top Vietnamese leader affirms Vietnam’s commitment to making positive and effective contributions to collective efforts in building a peaceful world with equitable development. This, he states, will ultimately lead to a prosperous and happy life for all humanity.
On the morning of September 22, the Party and State leader holds a meeting with Vietnamese intellectuals in Houston. This gathering serves as a valuable opportunity for engagement and discussion.
The Vietnamese leader expresses his appreciation for the dedication, vision, and tangible contributions of Vietnamese intellectuals to the homeland. He hopes that they and their peers worldwide will remain united and strive to make even greater contributions to the fatherland.
Also on September 22, the top Vietnamese leader meets with Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin in New York. This meeting notes the positive progress in relations between Vietnam and the Vatican, including the appointment of the Vatican’s Resident Papal Representative in Vietnam and the operation of the Representative Office in Hanoi this year.
In a meeting with Brendan Nelson, President of Boeing Global, Party General Secretary and President To Lam urges Boeing to closely collaborate with Vietnamese partners. He emphasizes the importance of fulfilling existing aircraft orders and investing in regional component manufacturing facilities and maintenance hubs linked to major airports in the country.
Addressing a seminar on Vietnam-US cooperation in semiconductor and AI development in New York, the top leader confirms Vietnam’s commitment to rapid and sustainable development. This development, he states, is based on science, technology, and innovation. He identifies institutional reform, infrastructure development, and human resource development as the three strategic breakthroughs for socio-economic advancement until 2030.
The Party General Secretary and President attends a ceremony commemorating the first anniversary of the comprehensive strategic partnership and the upcoming 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and the US. This event celebrates the strong bond between the two nations.
At the ceremony, the top Vietnamese leader reviews the history of the Vietnam-US relationship, describing it as a model of post-war healing and relationship building in international relations. This relationship, he emphasizes, has transformed from former foes to comprehensive strategic partners.
Delivering a keynote policy speech at Columbia University on September 23, To Lam highlights Vietnam’s significant historical achievements under the comprehensive leadership of the Communist Party. These achievements, he notes, serve as a foundation for the people’s confidence in the future.
Vietnam and India pledge to realize an action plan for their comprehensive strategic partnership for 2024-2028 during a meeting between General Secretary and President To Lam and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Both leaders express their confidence in increasing bilateral trade to US$20 billion annually, working towards the US$30 billion goal by 2030.
At a meeting with members of the Vietnam Innovation Network and Vietnamese experts in the US, the Vietnamese leader encourages the network to build stronger international links. He emphasizes the importance of knowledge-sharing and the application of advanced technologies for the country’s development.
General Secretary and President To Lam attends a business roundtable co-organized by the US-ASEAN Business Council (USABC), the US Chamber of Commerce (USCC), and the Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU). This event is held in collaboration with Vietnam’s Ministry of Planning and Investment and the Vietnamese Embassy in the US, fostering economic ties and cooperation.
During his meeting with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, the top leader expresses Vietnam’s strong desire to receive additional support from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in realizing its centenary development goal over the coming years. This support, he believes, will be instrumental in Vietnam’s economic growth and development.
The Party chief holds meetings with several world leaders, including Bulgarian President Rumen Radev, Finnish President Alexander Stubb, and Kuwaiti Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Sabah, on the sidelines of the High-Level Week. These engagements foster international cooperation and strengthen diplomatic ties.
General Secretary and State President To Lam meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, expressing Vietnam’s strong support for a lasting peace solution to the conflict in Ukraine. This meeting highlights Vietnam’s commitment to international peace and stability.
At the meeting with President of the European Commission (EC) Ursula von der Leyen, the top leader of Vietnam welcomes the EU’s active role in the Asia-Pacific region. He affirms that Vietnam is ready to act as a bridge to enhance EU cooperation with other countries in the region through the ASEAN-EU Strategic Partnership framework.
Meeting with UN Secretary-General António Guterres, the State leader expresses gratitude for the UN’s support in overcoming the consequences of Typhoon Yagi. He proposes that the UN promote cooperation to enhance countries’ capacity to respond to natural disasters, building a more resilient future.
In a meeting with Karan Bhatia, Vice President for Government Affairs and Public Policy at Google, the top Vietnamese leader calls on the US tech giant to continue guiding its suppliers to expand investment and business activities in Vietnam. He emphasizes the importance of local companies improving their capacity and engaging in Google’s supply chain, fostering mutual growth.
Affirming Vietnam’s commitment to strengthening ties, Party Chief To Lam meets with WB President Ajay Banga. He proposes promoting infrastructure development, especially in the Mekong region, accelerating the sustainable energy transition, and promoting low-emission rice farming. These initiatives, he believes, will contribute to Vietnam’s sustainable future.
Party General Secretary and President To Lam meets with Senator Chris Coons, a Democrat and chairman of several Senate committees. The top Vietnamese leader lauds the special relationship between Vietnam and the US, considering it a model of post-war healing and relationship building. This meeting underscores the importance of diplomatic ties and mutual respect.
In a meeting with US President Joe Biden, To Lam affirms the unique and special nature of the Vietnam-US relationship. He highlights how the relationship has evolved from former foes to comprehensive strategic partners. This new historical chapter, he believes, serves as a model for international relations and post-war connection-building.
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