Hanoi: President of Russia Vladimir Putin held phone talks with General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee To Lam on January 24 evening to offer congratulations on the success of the 14th National Congress of the CPV.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the conversation between the two leaders emphasized the importance of the relationship between Russia and Vietnam. President Putin expressed his appreciation for the achievements of the CPV and highlighted the significance of continued collaboration between the two countries. The phone call underscored the mutual interests shared by Russia and Vietnam in various areas of cooperation.

The 14th National Congress of the CPV, which was recently concluded, set the stage for Vietnam's future political and economic strategies. General Secretary To Lam expressed gratitude for the congratulatory message and reaffirmed Vietnam's commitment to strengthening ties with Russia. Both leaders agreed on the potential for further cooperation in the coming years.