Vietnam's Top Leader Highlights Strategic Partnership with Canada

Vietnamese Party General Secretary and President To Lam delivered a policy speech in Ottawa, Canada, on September 24 (Hanoi time, September 25 morning), titled 'Vietnam-Canada Strategic Partnership in a Volatile World.' The speech emphasized the need to deepen the strategic partnership between the two countries and jointly address the complexities of the international situation. During the address, To Lam highlighted shared values between Vietnam and Canada, as well as the potential for cooperation across various sectors including economy, trade, investment, education, and science-technology. He particularly underscored the importance of strengthening bilateral ties amidst increasing global instability. The General Secretary and President explained that Vietnam adheres to its foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, peace, cooperation, and development, while actively building relationships with the international community. Furthermore, Vietnam attaches great importance to its strategic partnership with Canada, viewing this relationship as beneficial not only to the interests of both nations' peoples but also as a contributor to regional and global peace and stability. The speech concluded with an expression of hope for further solidifying the framework of cooperation to address challenges and pursue sustainable development. Under its one-party system, Vietnam has achieved significant economic growth and has been increasing its international presence in recent years. Its relationship with China, while complex, is economically strong, yet Vietnam simultaneously pursues diplomatic efforts to ensure its sovereignty and security. Strengthening ties with Canada is seen as part of Vietnam's strategy to diversify its foreign relations. This address signifies Vietnam's ambition to expand its role on the international stage and strategically develop relationships with key nations.