Chinese President Xi Jinping underscored the importance of deepening bilateral ties and cultural exchange between China and Vietnam during a high-profile address at the China-Vietnam People Friendship Festival in Hanoi on Tuesday. The event, attended by Vietnamese leaders To Lam and Luong Cuong, marked a significant step in reinforcing cross-border cooperation amid evolving regional dynamics.
Xi, who also serves as General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, emphasized the "enduring camaraderie" between the two nations, tracing shared historical struggles and modern economic partnerships. "Our friendship is a bridge that connects past achievements to future prosperity," he stated, advocating for expanded collaboration in trade, technology, and sustainable development.
Analysts suggest the festival underscores both nations' strategic alignment in addressing regional economic uncertainties. Recent agreements to boost agricultural trade and streamline cross-strait logistics were highlighted as concrete steps toward shared growth.
The gathering also spotlighted cultural initiatives, including student exchange programs and joint heritage preservation projects, which aim to strengthen people-to-people bonds. Vietnam’s ongoing participation in China-led infrastructure ventures, such as the Belt and Road Initiative, remains a key focus for investors eyeing Southeast Asia’s growth potential.
