Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hosts an official welcome ceremony for Singaporean counterpart Lawrence Wong (Photo: VOV)

Following the ceremony, the two Prime Ministers held bilateral talks, agreeing on decisive and timely measures for enhancing political trust and creating new breakthroughs for the two countries' comprehensive strategic partnership.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and visiting Singaporean PM Lawrence Wong (photo: VOV)

The two sides agreed to enhance the exchange of delegations at all levels, effectively implement bilateral cooperation mechanisms, and reinforce defence and security collaboration on the basis of mutual confidence and understanding, contributing to peace, stability, and development in the region and the world.

They pledged to enhance economic connectivity through five key pillars of the Vietnam – Singapore Connectivity Framework Agreement and the Green Economy-Digital Economy Partnership, positioning the bilateral cooperation as the regional exemplar.

Following their talks, the Vietnamese and Singaporean leaders witnessed the signing of several cooperation agreements, including a letter of intent on developing an action programme for the countries’ Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Other pacts cover offshore wind power trade, cross-border QR code payments, digital development and innovation, and people-to-people exchange.

Prior to the discussions, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Prime Minister Lawrence Wong visited a photo exhibition showcasing the culture, people, and strong ties between Vietnam and Singapore.