Leaders of the two countries agreed that developing and deepening the Vietnam - Kazakhstan relations are in accordance with the common interests of the two peoples, significantly contributing to ensuring peace, stability and development in the region and the world; agreed to elevate the bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership and to continue to boost cooperation

On the morning of May 6, in the capital Astana, Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev presided over the official welcoming ceremony for General Secretary To Lam and his spouse, who are paying a state visit to the Central Asian nation. After the welcoming ceremony, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and General Secretary To Lam held talks.

On the afternoon of May 5 (local time), Party General Secretary To Lam, his spouse, and the high-ranking Vietnamese delegation arrived in the capital city of Astana, beginning a State visit to the Republic of Kazakhstan at the invitation of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.