Hanoi: Vietnam always attaches importance to strengthening and expanding relations with traditional friends, with Estonia seen as a priority partner in the Baltic region and an active member of the European Union (EU), Prime Minister Le Minh Hung told Estonian Minister of Foreign Affairs Margus Tsahkna during a reception in Hanoi.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the meeting highlighted Vietnam’s commitment to bolstering its diplomatic and economic ties with Estonia. Prime Minister Le Minh Hung emphasized the strategic significance of Estonia as a Baltic gateway, acknowledging its pivotal role in facilitating Vietnam’s engagement with the EU.

The discussions between the Vietnamese and Estonian officials focused on exploring avenues for collaboration in trade, technology, and education. Both nations expressed a mutual interest in enhancing connectivity and exchange in these crucial sectors, which could pave the way for deeper bilateral cooperation.

The Prime Minister’s remarks underscored Vietnam’s proactive approach in seeking to strengthen its international partnerships, particularly with countries like Estonia that hold strategic importance within the EU. The talks aimed to lay a foundation for a robust and dynamic partnership that could benefit both nations in the long term.