The trip is made at the invitation of UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and President of Frannce Emmanuel Macron, Prime Minister of Estonia Kristen Michal, and Prime Minister of Sweden Ulf Kristersson.
This marks the first visit to the Southeast Asian nation by a French President in nearly a decade, and the first high-level exchange between the two countries since the upgrade of bilateral ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in October 2024.
The two countries reaffirmed the willingness to deepen their partnership of trust to strengthen their independence, self-reliance, and development.
Talking with Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha during a working breakfast in Hanoi on May 27, French President Emmanuel Macron affirmed France’s support for Vietnam through a 500 million EUR concessional loan, specifically earmarked for projects under the JETP framework.
Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyen Danh Huy proposed that the EU and France support the Ministry of Construction in implementing energy transition initiatives in transport, greenhouse gas mitigation, and climate change response, contributing to Vietnam’s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, as pledged at COP26. He also highlighted the need for training and capacity-building support.
The two sides agreed to step up consultation and mutual support at international forums while increasing delegation exchanges at all levels to enhance information sharing in crime prevention.
The Jazz Bond Association, “Tieng To Dong” band, and the Friendship Village Van Canh/Vietnam branch in France co-organised a charity concert to raise funds for Vietnamese Agent Orange/dioxin child victims in Le Perreux-sur-Marne, a suburb of Paris.
President Macron highlighted that USTH is now ranked fifth nationwide for research output and has forged strong collaborations in science and technology with top French academic and research institutions. He also noted that France has to date trained over 15,000 Vietnamese engineers, more than 3,000 doctors, and thousands of legal experts.
Phoc expressed his pleasure at the recent positive development of Vietnam–France relations across various fields, noting that France became the first EU country to establish a comprehensive strategic partnership framework with Vietnam during Party General Secretary and State President To Lam’s official visit to France in October 2024.
Within the museum's curated galleries, Madame Ngo Phuong Ly introduced the French guest through an impressive collection that reflects Vietnam's cultural identity and historical depth.
Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) Chairman Tran Thanh Man met with French President Emmanuel Macron on May 26 afternoon as part of the latter’s ongoing state visit to Vietnam.
As Vietnam is on the threshold of a new era of development and striving to become a developed and high-income country by 2045, President Luong Cuong voiced his hope that France – a traditional friend – will continue to be present on Vietnam’s path to prosperity and civility.
Party chief To Lam called on France to support Vietnam in strategic areas such as aerospace, biotechnology, digital technology, semiconductors, quantum technology, the digital economy, and high-quality human resources training.
The elevation of Vietnam-France ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership provides opportunities for deeper cooperation between France and Vietnam, and between ASEAN and the EU.
At the main courtyard of the Temple of Literature, Party General Secretary To Lam, French President Macron and their spouses enjoyed Hue royal court music performances.
France pledged to support the early ratification of the EU – Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA), advocate for the European Commission to lift its "yellow card" warning on Vietnamese seafood.
Regarding France-Vietnam cooperation, Dr. Erman expressed his optimism over the impact of recent bilateral agreements, especially the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership signed in October last year, which, he said, has created a favourable framework for technological investment.
This is the French President's first visit to Vietnam since he took office in 2017 and was re-elected in 2022. It holds special significance for the bilateral relations, especially following the upgrade of the ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership in October 2024 during Party General Secretary To Lam's official visit to the European country.
French President Emmanuel Macron's state visit to Vietnam aims to once again affirm the vigorous growth of bilateral relations as well as the newly established comprehensive strategic partnership.
It follows a trip to France eight months ago by Party General Secretary To Lam, signaling robust progress in the bilateral relations and the solid framework of cooperation that the two countries have built together, Brochet told the press.
The two countries share consensus on strategic benefits, particularly multilateralism and international laws which have been threatened in a world full of volatilities, he underscored, saying he has been impressed by Vietnam’s proactive role both regionally and globally to promote diplomacy for peace.
It holds special significance for the bilateral relations, especially following the upgrade of the ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership in October 2024 during Party General Secretary To Lam's official visit to the European country.
President of France Emmanuel Macron and his spouse will pay a state visit to Vietnam from May 25-27, according to a communique issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Indonesia is committed to bolstering cooperation with France regarding the film ecosystem through partnership with the Centre National du Cinema et de I’image animee (CNC) of France.
On May 19, an incense offering ceremony was held at the Vietnamese Embassy in Paris, followed by a floral tribute at the statue of President Ho Chi Minh in Montreau Park, Montreuil, an emblematic site celebrating his enduring legacy.