Vietnam's Top Leader Concludes Official Visit to Japan, Deepening Ties
Vietnam's top leader, Party General Secretary and President Nguyen Phu Trong, concluded an official visit to Japan, reaffirming the nations' status as leading and long-term important partners. Discussions focused on strengthening cooperation across economic, cultural, and security spheres, with the appointment of a special ambassador for 2026-2029 also announced.
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