Thai King, Queen Conclude State Visit to Vietnam, Deepening Ties

King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua and Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana of Thailand concluded their state visit to Vietnam on September 15, reaffirming the importance of comprehensive cooperation between the two nations during meetings with top Vietnamese leaders. Prime Minister Le Minh Hung, in his meeting with the Thai King and Queen, stated that the economies of both countries possess complementary strengths, offering ample room for mutual development. National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man, during his discussions with the royal couple, noted the many similarities in history, culture, and social life shared by both nations, creating favorable conditions for enhanced exchanges and experience sharing. He emphasized that the close bonds between the two peoples serve as a crucial foundation for the sustainable development of Vietnam-Thailand cooperation. This visit has served as an opportunity to further solidify the long-standing friendly relations between Vietnam and Thailand, deepening cooperation across various sectors including economy, culture, and security. Vietnam places significant importance on strengthening ties with Thailand, a key partner within ASEAN, aiming to contribute to the stability and prosperity of the entire region. Vietnam, a socialist republic under a one-party system, prioritizes economic growth. Its relationship with China, while complex, is characterized by strong economic ties, and Vietnam navigates its foreign policy with a focus on geopolitical balance. Enhancing relations with Thailand is seen as contributing to Vietnam's diplomatic diversification and regional influence. Notably, September 15 also marks the founding anniversary of the Vietnam News Agency (VNA), which on this day in 1945, released the full text of the Declaration of Independence in Vietnamese, English, and French, announcing the birth of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam to the world. This date holds significant meaning in the history of Vietnamese journalism. Source: VietnamPlus English