Vietnam's Top Leader Meets Experts and Intellectuals in US

Vietnamese Party General Secretary and President To Lam met with Vietnamese experts and intellectuals living in the United States during his visit. The meeting served to reaffirm the importance of addressing Vietnam's existing challenges and promoting innovation in science and technology. General Secretary and President To Lam stated, "The Party and State have determined that Vietnam must persistently and resolutely address these shortcomings, while creating favorable conditions and encouraging scientists to conduct research and pursue innovation in order to develop practical and effective products." This indicates Vietnam's commitment to confronting domestic development issues and aiming for economic growth and technological advancement through the utilization of intellectual resources. The visit to the US was primarily for his attendance at the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 81), where the top leader participated in high-level debates in New York. Vietnam's active engagement on this international stage is seen as a strong affirmation of its commitment to multilateral cooperation to the international community. Additionally, a state visit to Canada is scheduled, signaling an intensification of Vietnam's diplomatic activities. Under Vietnam's one-party system, the Party leadership formulates the nation's development strategies, prioritizing economic growth and social stability. Especially as the country experiences remarkable economic growth in recent years, the transition to technological innovation and high-value-added industries has become an urgent task. This meeting with experts is likely aimed at leveraging international expertise to resolve these domestic challenges. Regarding relations with China, Vietnam maintains economic interdependence while pursuing a cautious foreign policy due to security concerns. Strengthening ties with the United States can be seen as a crucial part of its strategy to diversify its economy and achieve security balance.