Senegalese President views top Vietnamese legislator’s visit an important milestone
Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man had a meeting in Dakar on July 23 afternoon (local time) with Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, who affirmed that the first visit by a key Vietnamese leader since the establishment of diplomatic ties marks an important milestone in further promoting the good relationship between the two countries.
Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man (L) meets with Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye (Photo: VNA)
Dakar (VNA) – Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man had a meeting in Dakar on July 23 afternoon (local time) with Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, who affirmed that the first visit by a key Vietnamese leader since the establishment of diplomatic ties marks an important milestone in further promoting the good relationship between the two countries.
President Faye stated that the year 2025 holds great significance for Senegal as it is implementing the “Senegal Vision 2050” strategy. He expressed his hope that Vietnamese enterprises will actively participate in the country's economic development, particularly in the field of digital transformation.
The President also proposed Vietnam consider soon opening a diplomatic mission in Dakar.
Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man meets with Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye (Photo: VNA)
Highlighting Senegal’s strategic role in Africa, NA Chairman Man affirmed Vietnam’s commitment to expand multi-faceted cooperation with the country, especially in trade, investment, agriculture, telecommunications, and science and technology.
He said that several leading Vietnamese enterprises are exploring investment opportunities in Senegal in these areas. He proposed the two Governments enhance the legal framework for bilateral ties, starting with the early conclusion of key agreements such as an investment protection agreement and a double taxation avoidance agreement.
The top legislator also briefed the host on the outcomes of his talks with National Assembly President Malick Ndiaye and his meeting with Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, while underscoring their shared commitment to broadening cooperation between the two States, Governments, and legislatures.
In response to Senegal’s proposal for a Vietnamese diplomatic mission in Dakar, NA Chairman Man said he will report it to the Vietnamese Government for further consideration. In the meantime, he suggested the two sides consider appointing honorary consuls in each country to help facilitate trade, investment, and economic ties.
🔥 He also expressed his hope for stronger exchanges between localities in both countries to help push up the close friendship and deepen mutual understanding between the two peoples./.
The martial art has gained popularity across Senegal, with some 3,000 practitioners, making the country the second-largest Vovinam community in Africa, trailing only Algeria.
Over the past 50 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations on December 29, 1969, Vietnam and Senegal have maintained a strong and friendly relationship, actively supporting each other at regional and international forums. The official visit to Senegal by National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man marks an important milestone, creating momentum to strengthen cooperation between the two legislative bodies and opening up new prospects in various fields such as trade, agriculture, science and technology, and people-to-people exchanges.
NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man suggested the two parliaments enhance support for Vietnamese investors in Senegal, while encouraging Senegalese enterprises to explore opportunities in Vietnam. He affirmed that the Vietnamese NA stands ready to support Senegalese firms to make investments in Vietnam across all sectors.
Vietnamese Party General Secretary To Lam's spouse, Ngo Phuong Ly, expressed her hope that the RoK will share its experience and work with Vietnam to foster closer collaboration in cultural industry.
Eighty years since the historic autumn of 1945, the Vietnamese nation has overcome countless challenges to gain its independence and gradually develop thanks to the revolutionary path that is both resolute and flexible under the leadership of the Party.
Party General Secretary To Lam said since Vietnam and the RoK established their diplomatic ties in 1992 and upgraded their ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2022, they have enjoyed expanded collaboration, delivering tangible benefits to their peoples and businesses.
The state visit to the RoK by Vietnamese Party General Secretary To Lam and his spouse was a great success, marking a significant milestone and opening a new chapter in the Vietnam–RoK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
In any circumstances, the Lao People’s Army will always stand shoulder to shoulder with its Vietnamese counterpart to safeguard both nations and nurture their great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation.
State President Luong Cuong sent a congratulatory message to President of the Republic of Ecuador Daniel Noboa on the occasion of the 216th National Day of the South American country (August 10).
Vietnam and the RoK should maintain regular exchanges at all levels, especially high level, across the Party, State, Government, National Assembly, and people-to-people channels; expand cooperation in diplomacy, national defence-security, economy, and sci-tech; and effectively realise existing cooperation mechanisms and agreements, said Party leader To Lam.
Party General Secretary Lam called on the RoK to help enhance the capacity of Vietnamese firms to integrate more deeply into the global supply chains of Korean companies, and to encourage Korean businesses to expand investment in Vietnam, particularly in infrastructure development, high-tech electronics manufacturing, semiconductors, artificial intelligence, renewable energy, and smart cities.
Vietnamese brides in the Republic of Korea urged educational support, particularly access to Vietnamese language classes for their children, age-appropriate curricula, and resources for single mothers while meeting with Ngo Phuong Ly, spouse of Party General Secretary To Lam.
President of the Republic of Korea (RoK) Lee Jae Myung emphasised that the first visit to the RoK by General Secretary Lam in his capacity as the top leader of Vietnam holds special significance as it creates strong momentum for enhancing mutual understanding, strengthening political trust, and further promoting the RoK – Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in the next phase.
The supervision team urged the Government to promptly issue a national human resources development strategy until 2030, with a vision to 2050, and ensure sufficient funding for strategy implementation.
Regarding the East Sea issue, Vietnam reaffirmed its consistent stance of solving all disputes through peaceful means, in accordance with international law, including the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
The leaders noted that the two sides had agreed to turn scientific and technological cooperation into a pillar and a new highlight of bilateral relations.
This is a crucial session to consider and give opinions on a wide range of issues to be submitted to the NA's 10th sitting – the final of the current term, which will review the 2021–2026 tenure and prepare for the celebration of the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s first general election.
The signed documents include a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on scientific and technological cooperation, an MoU on copyright and related rights cooperation, and another on strengthening collaboration in renewable energy.
Vietnam’s participation in AMNEX 3 demonstrates its commitment as a member of the ASEAN Navy Chiefs’ Meeting (ANCM) and responds to the invitation of the Royal Malaysian Navy, showing support for multilateral international activities hosted by Malaysia.
Since the two countries established their diplomatic ties in 1992, the bilateral relationship has become a model of a very special, effective, and substantive partnership.
