Kyrgyz Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev made an official visit to Vietnam from March 6th to 7th, marking a significant step forward in bilateral relations between the two countries. This historic visit opens new opportunities for broad cooperation across various sectors, promising to elevate the Vietnam-Kyrgyzstan relationship to a new level.
Overview of the Visit
At the invitation of Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Prime Minister Kasymaliev’s first official visit since the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries was conducted in a warm and productive atmosphere. Prime Minister Kasymaliev held important talks with Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, paid a courtesy call to General Secretary To Lam, President Luong Cuong, and met with National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man. The visit also included wreath-laying ceremonies at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Monument to the Martyrs, as well as a meeting with representatives of the Vietnamese business community.
(Results of Kyrgyz Prime Minister’s visit to Vietnam – 1)
(Results of Kyrgyz Prime Minister’s visit to Vietnam – 2)
Enhancing Cooperation Across the Board
Both sides highly valued each other’s economic and social development achievements, reaffirming their commitment to strengthening cooperation in all areas. They aim to elevate their relationship to a Comprehensive Partnership in the coming period.
Political and Diplomatic Cooperation
Increased high-level exchanges through various channels between the two governments, emphasizing the importance of intergovernmental, inter-sectoral cooperation, and the activities of the Friendship Parliamentary Group. Both sides will intensify political consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs to discuss shared international and regional concerns, and coordinate at international organizations. Strengthening inter-parliamentary relations with the active participation of National Assembly members.
Economic, Trade, and Investment Cooperation
Both sides expressed their desire to boost economic, trade, and investment cooperation, particularly in infrastructure, transportation, industry, agriculture, renewable energy, digitalization, and tourism. The establishment of a Vietnam-Kyrgyzstan Intergovernmental Committee on Economic and Trade Cooperation is seen as a significant step to drive economic cooperation. Maximizing the benefits of the Free Trade Agreement between Vietnam and the Eurasian Economic Union.
(Results of Kyrgyz Prime Minister’s visit to Vietnam – 3)
(Results of Kyrgyz Prime Minister’s visit to Vietnam – 4)
Cultural Cooperation and People-to-People Exchange
Both sides emphasized the importance of cultural cooperation and people-to-people exchanges to enhance mutual understanding. Promoting cooperation on research into cultural heritage, organizing events, cultural festivals, enhancing exchanges in theater, film, music, sports, and education.
Conclusion
Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev’s historic visit has created important opportunities to strengthen Vietnam-Kyrgyzstan relations, paving the way for even more comprehensive cooperation across various sectors in the future. Prime Minister Kasymaliev expressed a desire for Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh to visit Kyrgyzstan to further discuss elevating bilateral ties.
