French President Emmanuel Macron and his spouse departed Hanoi on May 27 afternoon, concluding their state visit to Vietnam from May 25 to 27, made at the invitation of Vietnamese State President Luong Cuong. This marks the first visit to the Southeast Asian nation by a French President in nearly a decade, and the first high-level exchange between the two countries since the upgrade of bilateral ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in October 2024.
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto said the two sides had agreed to take their partnership further by adopting a shared vision leading up to the 100th anniversary of Indonesia-France relations in 2050.
Talking with Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha during a working breakfast in Hanoi on May 27, French President Emmanuel Macron affirmed France’s support for Vietnam through a 500 million EUR concessional loan, specifically earmarked for projects under the JETP framework.
Several new cooperation agreements were signed during the meeting, underscoring both sides’ determination to diversify cooperation areas, expand partnerships, and deepen cooperation mechanisms.
President Macron highlighted that USTH is now ranked fifth nationwide for research output and has forged strong collaborations in science and technology with top French academic and research institutions. He also noted that France has to date trained over 15,000 Vietnamese engineers, more than 3,000 doctors, and thousands of legal experts.
The long-term order will help the airline expand its international route network across the Asia–Pacific, enabling it to increase flights on in-demand routes while preparing for future long-haul services to Europe.
Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man met with French President Emmanuel Macron on May 26 afternoon as part of the latter’s ongoing state visit to Vietnam.
At the main courtyard of the Temple of Literature, Party General Secretary To Lam, French President Macron and their spouses enjoyed Hue royal court music performances.
On the afternoon of May 26, Party General Secretary To Lam and French President Emmanuel Macron visited the Ho Chi Minh Memorial Site at the Presidential Palace in Hanoi. This visit was part of President Macron's state visit to Vietnam.
On the morning of May 26, following the welcome ceremony for French President Emmanuel Macron, who is on a state visit to Vietnam, State President Luong Cuong held talks with his French counterpart.
The upcoming state visit to Vietnam by French President Emmanuel Macron from May 25 to 27 is a particularly significant event for bilateral relations, especially following the upgrade of the bilateral ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
It follows a trip to France eight months ago by Party General Secretary To Lam, signaling robust progress in the bilateral relations and the solid framework of cooperation that the two countries have built together, Brochet told the press.
The two countries share consensus on strategic benefits, particularly multilateralism and international laws which have been threatened in a world full of volatilities, he underscored, saying he has been impressed by Vietnam’s proactive role both regionally and globally to promote diplomacy for peace.
It holds special significance for the bilateral relations, especially following the upgrade of the ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership in October 2024 during Party General Secretary To Lam's official visit to the European country.
The Vietnamese leader suggested developed countries promote their pioneering role in providing financial support, technology, and management experience to help developing and least developed countries make green transition, realise the Sustainable Development Goals, and ensure livelihoods for people.
Party General Secretary and President To Lam and French President Emmanuel Macron announced the upgrade of relations between the two countries to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during their talks in Paris on October 7 (local time), making France the first country in the European Union (EU) to establish this partnership with Vietnam.
Party General Secretary and State President To Lam and the high-ranking delegation of Vietnam started an official visit to France from October 7 morning (local time) at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son, empowered by Party General Secretary and State President To Lam, attended a meeting among leaders on the Paris Pact for People and the Planet (4P) in Paris on September 25, at an invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron, and Special Envoy of the 4P - former Senegalese President Macky Sall.
