Party General Secretary To Lam’s state visit to DPRK in the spotlight

General Secretary To Lam and his entourage arrive at Pyongyang International Airport on October 9, beginning their two-day working visit at the invitation of Kim Jong-un, General Secretary and Chairman of the State Affairs Commission of the DPRK. (Photo: VNA)

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General Secretary Kim Jong-un hosts a welcoming ceremony for General Secretary To Lam in Pyongyang. Notably, the DPRK military fires a 21-gun salute to welcome the Vietnamese leader.

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During their later talks, General Secretary To Lam affirms that Vietnam is ready to share its experience in socio-economic reform and expand cooperation in potential areas with the DPRK. In response, General Secretary Kim Jong-un emphasised that the DPRK wishes to work closely with Vietnam in Party building and national development and is prepared to promote collaboration across multiple suitable fields.

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On the same day (October 9), General Secretary and State Affairs Chairman the DPRK Kim Jong-un hosts a banquet in honour of General Secretary To Lam during his state visit to the DPRK. (Photo: VNA)

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General Secretary To Lam then visits Kieng Sang Kindergarten and the classroom named after President Ho Chi Minh of Vietnam. The kindergarten is known as a renowned centre for nurturing young artistic talents. It has also established a friendship relationship with the Vietnam–DPRK Friendship Kindergarten in Hanoi, symbolising the Vietnam–DPRK friendship.

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While staying in Pyongyang, General Secretary To Lam meets with Chinese Premier Li Qiang. General Secretary To Lam suggests that both sides early complete the three standard-gauge railway lines connecting the two countries, expand import-export of goods, and strengthen high-quality investment cooperation. Premier Li Qiang emphasises the need to accelerate the concrete implementation of agreements and high-level shared understandings, enhance political trust, and improve the quality of cooperation across sectors. (Photo: VNA)

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Meeting with officials and staff of the Vietnamese Embassy in Pyongyang on October 10, General Secretary To Lam recalls the long-standing bond between the two countries and affirms that Vietnam will never forget the DPRK’s support and contributions during Vietnam’s difficult times. He emphasises Vietnam’s commitment to contributing to peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula, in the region, and globally. He also attends the inauguration ceremony of the Ho Chi Minh statue within the premises of the Vietnamese Embassy in the DPRK.

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On October 10 General Secretary To Lam, together with the Vietnamese high-level delegation, lay flowers in tribute to DPRK President Kim Il-sung and General Secretary Kim Jong-il. (Photo: VNA)

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General Secretary To Lam and the Vietnamese delegation visit Mangyongdae, the birthplace of President Kim Il-sung. They then tour the Juche-oriented Musical Art Museum, which is regarded as a “national treasure” of the country’s music art.

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General Secretary To Lam and the Vietnamese delegation visit Mangyongdae, the birthplace of President Kim Il-sung. They then tour the Juche-oriented Musical Art Museum, which is regarded as a “national treasure” of the country’s music art.

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Also on October 10, General Secretary To Lam meet with Dmitry Medvedev, Chairman of the United Russia Party and Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council. The two sides agree to effectively implement the Vietnam–Russia Master Cooperation Plan through 2030 and the agreements reached in recent years. (Photo: VNA)

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Later on October 10, General Secretary To Lam joins other foreign leaders at the grand ceremony marking 80 years of the Workers’ Party of Korea, held at Kim Il-sung Square in Pyongyang. In his speech, General Secretary and State Affairs Commission Chairman Kim Jong-un expresses his gratitude to guests from various sectors and international friends attending the ceremony. (Photo: VNA)

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In the early hours of October 11, General Secretary To Lam leaves Pyongyang, successfully concluding his state visit to the DPRK where he also attends the 80th anniversary celebration of the founding of the Workers’ Party of Korea. (Photo: VNA)