Hanoi: Politburo member, President of the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics (HCMA), and Chairman of the Central Theory Council Nguyen Xuan Thang hosted Mikhail Efimovich Fradkov, Director of the Russian Institute for Strategic Studies (RISS), in Hanoi on April 1.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the meeting highlighted the commitment of both nations to enhance their cooperation in academic research and political consultation. The discussions focused on fostering strategic partnerships and exploring new avenues for collaboration between the two countries’ research institutions.

The visit by Mikhail Efimovich Fradkov underscores the importance Russia places on its relationship with Vietnam, particularly in the realms of political theory and strategic studies. Both parties expressed optimism about the potential outcomes of this strengthened partnership, aiming to contribute to a deeper understanding and cooperation in political and academic fields.