Hanoi: Vietnam always considers oil and gas cooperation with Russia a cornerstone of their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, with the decades-long tie-up between Petrovietnam and Zarubezhneft serving as its flagship, said Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh. During a reception in Hanoi for Zarubezhneft’s General Director Sergei Kudryashov, PM Chinh thanked Russia for its consistent backing of Vietnam’s struggle for national independence and ongoing development process, saying that joint projects between Petrovietnam and Zarubezhneft not only deliver economic benefits but also foster strategic trust, reinforce energy security, support workforce training, and enhance Vietnam’s technological capacity.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the Prime Minister emphasized the significance of the collaboration between the two countries in the oil and gas sector. This partnership has played a vital role in strengthening the bilateral relationship and contributing to Vietnam’s energy security. The ongoing cooperation between Petrovietnam and Zarubezhneft not only boosts economic ties but also encourages technological advancement and personnel development in Vietnam. The Prime Minister’s remarks highlight the importance of this sector in the broader context of Vietnam’s national development and its strategic relations with Russia.