He also held talks with Russian Deputy Prime Minister and Co-Chair of the Russian Subcommittee of the Vietnam–Russia Intergovernmental Commission, Alexander Chernyshenko, and met with senior executives from major Russian corporations, including VTB Bank, AFK Sistema Investment Group, and Novatek.
During the talks, Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Chernyshenko spoke highly of the implementation of high-level agreements and the Master Plan for the Development of Vietnam–Russia Relations through 2030. He highlighted progress in key areas such as trade, energy and oil and gas, culture, and tourism.
The Russian Deputy Prime Minister proposed that the two sides strengthen coordination in implementing long-term strategic projects in energy, education and training, and scientific research, including the Ninh Thuan 1 Nuclear Power Plant and the Pushkin Russian Language Center.
Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Pham Gia Tuc affirmed that Vietnam’s new-term Government will continue to work closely with the Russian Government to comprehensively advance bilateral cooperation, while maximizing the coordinating role of the Vietnam–Russia Intergovernmental Commission.
He stressed the importance of deepening traditional areas of cooperation while expanding into new sectors and projects in order to elevate economic, trade, investment, and other forms of cooperation to match the strong political ties between the two countries.
During meetings with Russian businesses, leaders of AFK Sistema, Novatek, and VTB reaffirmed that Vietnam is an attractive destination and a highly promising market for Russian enterprises. They expressed hope that the Vietnamese Government would continue creating favorable conditions for Russian companies to expand operations in Vietnam in line with the strengths and potential of both sides.
Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Pham Gia Tuc reiterated that the Vietnamese Government consistently welcomes and supports foreign investors, including Russian businesses, seeking opportunities in Vietnam. He emphasized that the Government stands ready to accompany and assist investors on the basis of mutual benefit, legal compliance, and alignment with Vietnam’s development goals and planning priorities.
