Hanoi:General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and President To Lam engaged in discussions with Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino shortly after welcoming the Panamanian leader in the Vietnamese capital on October 6.
According to Vietnam News Agency, both leaders agreed on the potential for deepening cooperation in various sectors, including trade, agriculture, maritime affairs, aviation, logistics, and digital transformation. The goal is to enhance bilateral relations, making them more substantive and effective, while contributing to peace, cooperation, and development in both regions.
The two presidents addressed the media following their talks, highlighting the possibilities for collaboration, notably in trade, investment, and services. They committed to advancing joint efforts across multiple sectors such as economic, trade, agriculture, port logistics, finance, banking, tourism, and transport.
Later that evening, President To Lam and his spouse hosted a banquet for President Mulino and his spouse. President Mulino remarked on the shared cultural ties and economic potential between the two nations, emphasizing the ocean as a critical element for both countries’ livelihoods and development paths. He also noted the mutual appreciation for coffee, a cultural connector that reflects the unique identities of both Panamanians and Vietnamese.