Xi Jinping and To Lam Strengthen China-Vietnam Bonds During First Official Visit

China's President Xi Jinping praised Vietnam during a meeting with Vietnam's new leader To Lam. The talks reinforced the close ties between China and Vietnam, highlighting economic and trade relations, and collaboration on railway projects. Lam's visit emphasizes the bilateral commitment to strengthening partnerships.

China's President Xi Jinping praised Vietnam during talks with Vietnam's new leader To Lam in Beijing on Monday, marking his first state visit since taking office, Chinese official media Xinhua reported. The meeting underscores the close ties between the two communist-run neighbors.

Xi stated that China prioritizes its neighborhood diplomacy with Vietnam and supports the country's socialist modernization efforts. He expressed confidence in the future cooperation between the two nations.

Lam's visit, which includes meetings with top Chinese officials and visits to revolutionary sites, signals a commitment to deepening bilateral ties, particularly in economic and infrastructural projects like cross-border railways and the Belt and Road Initiative.

(With inputs from agencies.)