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Swiss President Parmelin to visit Vietnam amid strengthening bilateral ties
Swiss President Guy Parmelin will make an official state visit to Vietnam on October 17-18, marking another milestone in the countries' 55-year diplomatic relationship. The visit comes as both nations seek to deepen cooperation across parliamentary, economic and cultural sectors.
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President Guy Parmelin and his spouse will travel to Vietnam at the invitation of Vietnam's Communist Party General Secretary and President To Lam and his spouse, according to diplomatic channels. The visit underscores the strengthening partnership between Hanoi and Bern as the two countries commemorate more than five decades of formal diplomatic relations.
Vietnam and Switzerland have built a relationship marked by fruitful cooperation across multiple sectors. The two nations have worked to enhance parliamentary exchanges and broaden economic ties, reflecting their shared commitment to addressing regional and global challenges.
The visit is expected to provide an opportunity for senior leaders to discuss bilateral matters and explore avenues for expanded cooperation. The visit also represents a continued effort by both countries to strengthen people-to-people connections and foster mutual understanding between their respective societies.
Switzerland, a long-standing advocate for multilateralism and international cooperation, has maintained active engagement with Vietnam through various diplomatic, trade and cultural initiatives in recent years.