On the occasion of celebrating the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations with Vietnam, the Government of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, through its Foreign Ministry, issued a statement greeting such commemoration.
This was announced by the Chancellor of the Republic, Yván Gil, through a publication on his Instagram account, in which he published the document that highlights some similarities between the policies of both Governments, such as the fight for the happiness of their respective towns.
Likewise, the text emphasizes that the bilateral cooperation agenda will always be focused on deepening integration between both nations, which is oriented towards “the construction of free, organized peoples determined to succeed.”
Below is the full text of the statement:
The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela expresses a fraternal and warm greeting to the People and Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam on the occasion of the 35th anniversary of successful bilateral relations between both countries.
As sister nations guided by the thoughts of leaders Hugo Chávez and Ho Chi Minh, who fought with determination and determination for the happiness of their people, we celebrate with deep affection another year of bilateral diplomacy, during which we have achieved enormous tangible benefits. and lasting over time.
The cooperation agenda between Vietnam and Venezuela has been and will always be focused on deepening integration between both peoples based on solidarity, peace and socio-economic development, and oriented towards the construction of free peoples organized and determined to succeed. .
The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela celebrates these 35 years with joy and with the firm will to preserve and strengthen the ties of fraternity with the Vietnamese people.
Together as one, the vision of our liberators guides us along the path of victory!
Caracas, December 18, 2024
Since the establishment of relations with Caracas, more than 60 agreements have been signed in various areas such as politics, economy, petrochemicals, education and technology. Which reveals the continuous commitment between both nations to move towards shared development.
In 2022, trade between both countries reached almost 60 million dollars, a significant increase compared to 2020. By 2023, this volume reached 65 million and is estimated to reach around 80 million in 2024.
Vietnam exports products such as merey, textiles and footwear and imports aquatic and agricultural products from Venezuela.
