Tokyo:General Secretary and President To Lam concluded his four-day official visit to Japan on Wednesday, departing from Haneda International Airport. He was accompanied by his entourage and seen off by officials from the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Vietnamese Ambassador to Japan Pham Quang Hieu, staff of the Vietnamese Embassy, and representatives from the Vietnamese community in Japan.

According to Socialist Republic of Vietnam Government News, during the visit, General Secretary and President To Lam, along with his spouse, met with Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako and attended a banquet at the Imperial Palace hosted by the Imperial Couple.

The Vietnamese leader participated in several key events, including an official welcome ceremony and talks with Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae. He addressed the press, witnessed the exchange of cooperation documents, delivered a speech to Japan's National Diet, and visited Kanagawa prefecture.

During their talks, both leaders reaffirmed the importance of the Vietnam-Japan partnership, sharing numerous common interests. Prime Minister Takaichi emphasized Vietnam's priority status in Japan's foreign policy and New Growth Strategy. The leaders agreed on a new strategic vision, adopting a Joint Vision Statement to elevate the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for Peace and Prosperity in Asia and the World.

The partnership aims to advance mutual benefits, high-quality growth, strategic autonomy, and resilience. The leaders acknowledged the strong development of bilateral relations, particularly since upgrading ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2023. Political trust has been bolstered through regular exchanges across various channels.

They agreed to enhance high-level diplomacy and expand exchanges across Party, Government, and National Assembly channels, deepening friendship and cooperation. Additionally, they consented to implement Phase 3 of the "Medium- and Long-Term Vision for Vietnam-Japan Agricultural Cooperation" and recognized the importance of the content industry in economic growth and cultural exchanges.

The leaders also discussed cooperation in critical minerals and outer space, aiming to strengthen supply chains and use outer space sustainably. They reaffirmed ASEAN solidarity and vowed to contribute positively to the ASEAN-Japan Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

The visit concluded with the adoption of the Viet Nam-Japan Joint Vision Statement, aiming to elevate their partnership to new heights.