Hanoi, Vietnam, Dec. 10 -- Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (R) and Secretary of the Russian Security Council Sergey Shoigu, Ha Noi, December 10, 2025 - Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac

The Vietnamese Government leader noted the positive momentum in bilateral relations, saying the visit contributes to consolidating the traditional friendship and Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Viet Nam and Russia.

He reaffirmed that Viet Nam always bears in mind the effective assistance and support offered by the Soviet people, including Russia, for Viet Nam during its most challenging periods as well as throughout its national development and construction.

The Prime Minister thanked the Russian Federation in general and Sergey Shoigu in particular, for c...