Xi Jinping and To Lam Reaffirm Commitment to a China-Vietnam Community with a Shared Future
HANOI, April 14, 2025 – In a pivotal diplomatic encounter, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Vietnamese Communist Party leader To Lam held talks in Hanoi, emphasizing the strategic importance of a China-Vietnam community with a shared future.
Marking the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations and the China-Vietnam Year of People-to-People Exchanges, both leaders reinforced their long-standing socialist camaraderie with a shared commitment to deeper political trust, economic cooperation, and multilateral alignment.
Xi Highlights Six Pillars to Strengthen China-Vietnam Ties
In his statement, Xi Jinping outlined six key measures to bolster bilateral cooperation:
- Higher Strategic Mutual Trust: Xi emphasized frequent high-level communications between the Communist Party of China (CPC) and the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV), enhancing governance dialogue and modernization efforts.
- Security Cooperation: Both sides pledged to activate a “3+3” ministerial-level dialogue involving diplomacy, defense, and public security, with a specific focus on combating cross-border crimes such as online gambling and telecom fraud.
- Expanded Economic Cooperation: Xi proposed closer collaboration on infrastructure, artificial intelligence, smart ports, and standard-gauge railways, inviting Vietnamese exports into China’s vast market and encouraging Chinese investments in Vietnam.
- People-to-People Bonds: Marking the Year of People-to-People Exchanges, Xi announced “Red Study Tours” for Vietnamese youth and promoted cooperation in tourism, culture, media, and healthcare.
- Multilateral Coordination: Both countries vowed to uphold UN principles, counter unilateralism, and promote inclusive globalization, aligned with China’s global initiatives.
- Maritime Stability: Xi urged for constructive maritime engagement, including joint development in the South China Sea, and reaffirmed support for an early Code of Conduct.
To Lam Praises Xi, Reaffirms Vietnam’s Strategic Alignment
To Lam warmly welcomed Xi’s state visit, stating it “marks a new milestone” in China-Vietnam friendship. He called Xi “a great friend of the Vietnamese people,” commending China’s rise under Xi’s leadership and reaffirming Vietnam’s adherence to the One-China policy.
To Lam further reiterated Vietnam’s support for:
- China’s global initiatives
- Multilateralism and peace
- Respect for international law and trade norms
- Peaceful maritime dispute resolution
45 Bilateral Agreements Signed
The visit culminated with the signing of 45 cooperation agreements, covering:
- Connectivity (rail, road, smart ports)
- Technology (AI, IoT)
- Agriculture & trade
- Customs, media, sports, and human resources
- Cultural exchange and public welfare
These deals signal a comprehensive strategic upgrade between the two socialist nations.
Looking Ahead: A Shared Regional and Global Role
Xi underscored the global significance of China and Vietnam advancing modernization for over 1.5 billion people, adding that their cooperation strengthens regional peace, economic resilience, and global stability.
By focusing on shared socialist values, peaceful development, and win-win partnerships, both leaders charted a path to a more integrated and forward-looking China-Vietnam relationship.
