France seeks to deepen ties with Vietnam: president Macron

He emphasized key strategic fields such as economic and trade ties, security and defense, science and technology, culture, education, and healthcare, – consistent with the scope of the France–Vietnam comprehensive strategic partnership.

Highly valuing Vietnam’s international commitments, Macron expressed France’s readiness to support and accompany Vietnam in implementing these pledges.

Party chief Lam highlighted the deep cultural and historical ties between the two nations, with French influences still evident in Vietnam—from architecture and cuisine to the arts and modern education.

These shared legacies present a valuable foundation for further cultural cooperation, particularly in heritage preservation, museum collaboration, cinema, and training of artists and performers.

The two leaders agreed to build on the long-standing tradition of bilateral cooperation by promoting joint initiatives in public health, notably in vaccine research, early screening technologies for serious diseases, and the application of advanced medical technologies to safeguard public well-being.

They also exchanged views on international and regional security matters, underlining the importance of resolving conflicts through dialogue and peaceful means.

Besides, both sides pledged to further solidify Vietnam–France relations and to foster Vietnam’s partnership with the European Union and France’s ties with ASEAN.

Vietnam seeks France’s support in aerospace, semiconductor development

Party chief Lam emphasized the importance of the French president’s Vietnam visit and reiterated Vietnam’s strong commitment to advancing the results of the comprehensive strategic partnership, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

In October last year, Vietnam and France elevated their relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership, making the latter the first country in the European Union to establish this level of partnership with the Southeast Asian nation.

At the meeting, the top Vietnamese official expressed support for France’s voice and role on the global stage and in international organizations, calling on both countries to leverage shared values in addressing regional and global challenges.

President Macron reaffirmed Vietnam’s strategic significance in France’s Indo-Pacific policy.

He underlined that the bilateral relationship has been built on mutual trust and respect.

The two leaders committed to bolstering partnership across politics, diplomacy, defense, trade, investment, maritime economy, development aid, and people-to-people exchange.

Energy cooperation was a key focus, with France offering support for Vietnam’s energy transition under the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP).

They also reached a consensus on collaboration in nuclear energy and training.

The two nations aim to launch flagship joint projects that would serve as new symbols of bilateral cooperation in Vietnam’s next stage of development.

Party chief Lam hinted at elevating science and technology to become a new pillar in bilateral ties, expecting France to support Vietnam in strategic sectors such as aerospace, biotechnology, digital and semiconductor technology, quantum science, and digital economy.

Also, both leaders agreed to consolidate cooperation in areas where France has strong capabilities and Vietnam has significant demand, such as infrastructure, urban transportation, and rail systems.