To Lam: India Leads World in Development, Vietnam Boosts Ties
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During a high-profile joint press event with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vietnam’s President To Lam celebrated India’s meteoric rise, calling it the epicenter of global development and innovation. He emphasized that Hanoi places utmost importance on its relationship with New Delhi.
Expressing profound happiness, Lam congratulated India on its impressive strides. The dialogue with Modi was described as exceptionally successful, paving the way to enhance longstanding diplomatic ties spanning 50 years and a comprehensive strategic partnership of 10 years.
The two leaders aligned on regional and international outlooks, recognizing the indispensable nature of their bilateral relationship. They committed to transforming defense and security cooperation into a ‘strategic pillar’ to foster lasting peace and stability.
New frontiers in partnership include science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation as pivotal engines. Economic momentum will surge via amplified trade, investment flows, and supply chain integration. Vietnam pledges unwavering support to India on every global forum, with joint endeavors to enforce international law—especially UNCLOS 1982—for maritime security and freedom.
Lam backed India’s growing global influence and called for intensified collaboration against mutual challenges. He profusely thanked India and PM Modi for the hospitable welcome, underscoring the warmth that defines this alliance.
