General Secretary, President To Lam to visit Russia, France next week

General Secretary and President To Lam will visit Russia and France next week. These visits are made at the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin and French President Emmanuel Macron, respectively. During his stay in France, the top Vietnamese leader is scheduled to attend the International Space Summit in Paris. This visit is seen as an indication of Vietnam's intent to strengthen its diplomatic presence on the international stage and explore cooperation, particularly in advanced technology sectors. Under its one-party system, Vietnam pursues economic growth while strategically managing its relationships with major powers. While maintaining historical friendly ties and security cooperation with Russia, strengthening relations with France, a member of the European Union (EU), is presumed to aim at deepening collaboration in various fields including economy, technology, and joint responses to international challenges. General Secretary and President To Lam's diplomatic skills will be a crucial factor in shaping Vietnam's position on the global stage, and this European tour will serve as a test of those skills.