Vietnam's Top Leader Meets French Senate President, Eyes Enhanced Economic and Space Cooperation

On September 11, during his official visit to the French Republic and participation in the Space Summit, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam and President To Lam held a meeting with President of the French Senate Gérard Larcher. The two leaders discussed concrete measures to elevate economic cooperation between Vietnam and France to a new level. Strengthening bilateral economic ties is particularly crucial for Vietnam's sustained economic growth strategy. Opinions were also exchanged on promoting the unity and development of the Vietnamese community in France, and encouraging their practical contributions to Vietnam. This aligns with Vietnam's consistent foreign policy of valuing collaboration with its overseas citizens. Furthermore, President To Lam met with Vietnamese technology experts residing in France to explore potential cooperation in advanced technology sectors. These meetings, held concurrently with his participation in the Space Summit, suggest Vietnam's ambition to enhance economic development and national competitiveness through international cooperation in science and technology. Under its one-party system, Vietnam has achieved rapid economic growth and places importance on strengthening relations with the international community. Cooperation with European countries, in particular, plays a vital role in diversifying its economy and stabilizing supply chains. The enhanced cooperation with France can be seen as part of these diplomatic and economic strategies.