Vietnam Values Traditional Friendship with Greece: FM

Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung reaffirmed the traditional friendship between Vietnam and Greece, proposing concrete measures to further deepen practical cooperation. During the meeting, Minister Trung highlighted the importance of increasing exchanges at all levels, especially high-level visits. He also called for strengthened coordination and mutual support in multilateral forums. This emphasis is particularly relevant given Greece's upcoming role as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for the 2025–2026 term. Vietnam, while pursuing steady economic growth under its one-party system, places significant importance on international engagement and seeks to advance its national interests through cooperation within multilateral frameworks. Strengthening ties with Greece can be seen as part of Vietnam's broader effort to expand relations with Europe and enhance its international presence. Furthermore, Greece has expressed a desire for stronger labor cooperation with Vietnam. Past initiatives, such as 'Vietnam Day' held in Greece which highlighted the legacy of President Ho Chi Minh, indicate existing cultural exchange aspects. These developments suggest considerable untapped potential for cooperation between the two nations.