Viet Nam's top leader hosted PM Brigitte Haas during an inaugural official high-level visit between both nations since formal diplomatic ties were forged in 2008. Characterizing the trip as a key turning point, he noted that this engagement, along with the conclusion of the Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement between Viet Nam and Liechtenstein and the Viet Nam-European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Free Trade Agreement, creates a critical foundation for advancing bilateral relations in the future.
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General Secretary of the Communist Party of Viet Nam Central Committee and President To Lam and Liechtenstein Prime Minister Brigitte Haas |
He commended Liechtenstein on its impressive socioeconomic milestones, highlighting that the nation boasts one of the globe’s highest per capita earnings alongside sturdy GDP expansion. He further underscored its recognized advantages in cutting-edge industrial production, advanced banking services, innovation, and its establishment as a prominent financial hub. Additionally, he applauded Liechtenstein’s dedicated engagement in championing multilateral cooperation, open markets, and collective measures to tackle pressing international issues.
Outlining Viet Nam’s strategic development path to his guest, the General Secretary and President noted that the nation is actively working toward its two centenary targets, aspiring to transform into a high-income, developed economy by the year 2045.
“Viet Nam views scientific progress, technology, creative innovation, digital transition, and a dynamic private sector as fundamental catalysts for its upcoming phase of progress, while treating national self-reliance, internal fortitude, and broader foreign relations as the cornerstones for rapid, enduring expansion,” he affirmed.
Brigitte Haas conveyed her privilege in serving as the first Liechtenstein PM to undertake an official trip to Viet Nam, remarking that she was deeply moved by the nation’s scenic landscapes and the warm reception from its people. She commended Viet Nam for its expanding wealth, industrial modernization, and sustained economic growth steered by the Communist Party of Viet Nam. Furthermore, she conveyed her deep appreciation for Viet Nam’s elevating regional stature and diplomatic voice, emphasizing its position among the most rapidly growing economies across the region today.
She maintained that reinforced political goodwill would inject renewed momentum into bilateral economic cooperation, generating fertile ground for commercial enterprises on both sides to investigate and broaden trade as well as capital ventures. In addition, she voiced a keen desire to gain valuable insights from Viet Nam’s practical development model and experiences.
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General Secretary of the Communist Party of Viet Nam Central Committee and President To Lam receives Liechtenstein Prime Minister Brigitte Haas. |
The PM affirmed that Liechtenstein considers Viet Nam a key partner in Southeast Asia and seeks to deepen long-term ties across trade, investment, and the economy. She expressed optimism that the two accords signed during the visit will establish a solid framework for elevating bilateral ties in fields of mutual priority.
Both leaders reached a consensus on increasing mutual exchanges at senior and working levels across diverse channels. This approach is intended to build political confidence, ultimately setting the stage for more robust economic collaboration.
Additionally, both parties concurred on identifying prospects to capitalize on their mutual strengths and potential synergies. Key areas include financial services, science and technology, precision manufacturing, and advanced workforce training—sectors where Liechtenstein possesses extensive experience and Viet Nam experiences rising demand. Such synergy will pave the way for productive cooperation arrangements serving each nation's goals and priorities.
PM Haas emphasized Liechtenstein's willingness to transfer its practices and frameworks designed to maximize manufacturing capabilities and productive resources, aiming to boost economic performance and overall output.
General Secretary and President To Lam urged the two countries to collaborate closely in finalizing the required legal procedures so that the Viet Nam-EFTA Free Trade Agreement can come into force as soon as possible. Furthermore, he encouraged expanded business linkages and wider market entry for mutual goods, while calling on Liechtenstein companies to increase investments in Viet Nam, with a primary focus on green finance, cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, automated systems, and medical supplies.
He noted that both nations ought to foster artistic and cultural ties while introducing their respective lands and people to enhance mutual awareness and goodwill.
Turning to international and regional concerns, both leaders concurred on boosting collaboration under the United Nations framework to help safeguard peace and stability across the region and around the world.
During the exchange, the Vietnamese leader asked Prime Minister Brigitte Haas to convey his invitation to Prince Hans-Adam II to visit Viet Nam at a mutually convenient time.
Translated by Song Anh