An official welcoming ceremony for To Lam, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam, who arrived in Kazakhstan on a state visit, took place at the Akorda Presidential Palace.
President Tokayev and To Lam introduced the members of their respective delegations to each other. The commander of the honor guard company delivered a welcoming report, followed by the national anthems of Kazakhstan and Vietnam.
The Kazakh President described the first visit of the General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam to Astana as a vivid testament to the strong friendship between the two nations.
– Vietnam is an important partner for Kazakhstan in Asia. Our aspirations for prosperity align in many ways. Two years ago, during my official visit to Vietnam, we agreed to explore new avenues for bilateral cooperation. Next month marks 33 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations between our countries. I am confident that the friendly ties between our peoples will continue to grow stronger. We are always ready to work together to achieve common goals and address shared challenges, – said Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.
In response, To Lam expressed gratitude for the warm hospitality extended in Kazakhstan and voiced confidence that the outcomes of today’s talks would broaden the horizons of Kazakhstan-Vietnam relations.
– The fact that our delegation chose to visit your country just two years after your visit to Vietnam reflects the dynamic development of cooperation between our nations and demonstrates a high level of mutual trust. Kazakhstan will become Vietnam’s first strategic partner in Central Asia, – noted the General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam.
