(NLDO) - On the afternoon of March 12, within the framework of his official visit to Singapore, General Secretary To Lam met with Singaporean President Tharman Shamugaratnam.
At the meeting, President Tharman Shanmugaratnam emphasized that the official visit of General Secretary To Lam to Singapore is an activity of special significance, with the upgrading of relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, helping to open a new chapter in bilateral relations at a time of great significance for the two countries, creating new energy and excitement for the people and businesses of the two countries.
General Secretary To Lam meets with Singaporean President Tharman Shanmugaratnam. Photo: VNA
Recalling his impression of Vietnam's rapid development, President Tharman Shanmugaratnam expressed his belief that Vietnam will maintain its position as one of the most dynamic economies in the region, with impressive GDP growth, an attractive investment environment and a constantly improving international position.
Expressing his joy at revisiting the beautiful country of Singapore in a year with many important anniversaries for both countries, General Secretary To Lam conveyed the best greetings of President Luong Cuong, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man to President Tharman Shanmugaratnam; congratulating Singapore on maintaining its impressive growth momentum and having many correct policies to support its people, especially those with low incomes.
The General Secretary agreed with President Tharman Shamugaratnam's opinions on the two countries strengthening solidarity and cooperation with each other and with ASEAN countries to improve capacity, self-reliance and autonomy to respond to external challenges.
The General Secretary also discussed major directions and specific measures to implement the newly established Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, including making the two countries pioneering partners in the region in science and technology cooperation, innovation, digital transformation and energy, data connectivity, semiconductor chip manufacturing, new technology, and artificial intelligence.
General Secretary To Lam meets with Singaporean President Tharman Shanmugaratnam. Photo: VNA
General Secretary To Lam meets with Singaporean President Tharman Shanmugaratnam. Photo: VNA
Agreeing with General Secretary To Lam’s proposal, the Singaporean President suggested that the two sides continue to promote typical cooperation models, further exploit cooperation opportunities in new areas such as digital transformation, carbon credit market; strengthen energy cooperation, connect power grids, including the ASEAN power grid.
Discussing international and regional issues, the two leaders were pleased to see that the two countries share many similarities and have active coordination, have complementary strengths, and strive together to ensure a stable environment and sustainable development in the region.
On this occasion, General Secretary To Lam respectfully conveyed the regards and invitation of President Luong Cuong to President Tharman Shanmugaratnam to visit Vietnam soon. President Tharman Shanmugaratnam sincerely thanked and happily accepted the invitation.
Source: https://nld.com.vn/tong-bi-thu-to-lam-hoi-kien-tong-thong-singapore-196250312212209188.htm
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