Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim Meets with Communist Party of Vietnam’s General Secretary
Hanoi: A Gateway to Strengthening Bilateral Relations
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim paid a courtesy call on General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, To Lam, at the party’s headquarters in Hanoi, marking the start of his two-day working visit to Vietnam, an Asean-member country.
A Brief but Productive Meeting
The courtesy call took place just an hour after Anwar’s arrival at Hanoi’s Noi Bai International Airport, marking his second visit to Vietnam since assuming the prime minister’s post. Anwar and Lam spent about 30 minutes discussing various matters related to bilateral diplomatic relations.
A Look at the Communist Party of Vietnam’s Recent Developments
Lam undertook an official visit to Malaysia in November last year, his first since being elected as head of the Communist Party of Vietnam in August 2024.
Strengthening Bilateral Cooperation
In a statement, Wisma Putra said Anwar is also scheduled to meet with the President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Luong Cuong, as well as the country’s Prime Minister, Pham Minh Chinh, tomorrow. The meetings will provide an opportunity for both countries to chart a clear path towards strengthening bilateral cooperation under the framework of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
A Busy Schedule Ahead
Besides Lam, Anwar also paid a courtesy call on Timor-Leste President, José Ramos-Horta, at a hotel in Hanoi where both leaders are staying. Anwar is scheduled to deliver a keynote address at the Second ASEAN Future Forum, organised by the Vietnamese government tomorrow.
Keynote Address: A Call to Action for Asean
Speaking to the Malaysian media, Malaysia’s Ambassador to Vietnam, Tan Yang Thai, said as Asean chairman, the prime minister’s keynote address at the forum tomorrow will emphasize efforts to strengthen the regional grouping in addressing several key issues. "The prime minister’s keynote address will generally highlight efforts to reinforce Asean in the face of major power competition, advance Asean’s digital economy agenda, drive green initiatives, and prioritize sustainable development to secure the future of Asean member states," he said.
Conclusion
Anwar’s visit to Vietnam marks an important milestone in the strengthening of bilateral relations between the two countries. The meetings and discussions will undoubtedly pave the way for a brighter future of cooperation and collaboration between Malaysia and Vietnam.
FAQs
Q: What is the purpose of Prime Minister Anwar’s visit to Vietnam?
A: The visit is aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between Malaysia and Vietnam, with a focus on charting a clear path towards cooperation under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Q: Who did Anwar meet during his courtesy call in Hanoi?
A: Anwar met with General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, To Lam, and Timor-Leste President, José Ramos-Horta.
Q: What is the focus of the prime minister’s keynote address at the Second ASEAN Future Forum?
A: The address will emphasize efforts to strengthen Asean in the face of major power competition, advance Asean’s digital economy agenda, drive green initiatives, and prioritize sustainable development to secure the future of Asean member states.