Vietnam has underscored its pivotal role in enhancing the cooperation between ASEAN and Russia, following the recent ASEAN–Russia Commemorative Summit, which celebrated 35 years of dialogue relations. The country’s Foreign Minister, Lê Hoài Trung, emphasized Vietnam’s significant contributions to the summit’s success, which aimed at promoting ASEAN’s central role and bolstering efforts to deepen the bloc’s strategic partnership with Russia.
Prime Minister Lê Minh Hưng led the Vietnamese delegation with a focus on dialogue, cooperation, peaceful resolution of disputes, and respect for international law. During the summit, Vietnam put forward proposals to expand collaboration in critical sectors such as energy, trade, transport connectivity, agriculture, and digital transformation. The summit concluded with the adoption of new frameworks aimed at strengthening ASEAN–Russia cooperation through 2030, with energy identified as a major pillar of this partnership.
Reflecting its commitment to nurturing future regional cooperation, Vietnam announced its plans to host the ASEAN–Russia Young Diplomats Summit in 2027. This move underscores Vietnam’s dedication to fostering the next generation’s involvement in regional affairs and cooperation between ASEAN and Russia.
On the sidelines of the summit, Prime Minister Hưng engaged in discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to deepening the Vietnam–Russia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Their talks revolved around expanding cooperation in areas such as energy, trade, infrastructure, science and technology, education, and transport, highlighting the comprehensive nature of their bilateral relations.
Vietnam expressed that the outcomes of the summit would contribute to strengthening ASEAN–Russia relations, enhancing regional stability, and generating new opportunities for economic growth and cooperation across Eurasia. The summit’s achievements set the stage for a more integrated and cooperative future between ASEAN and Russia, with Vietnam playing a crucial role in this developing partnership.