This is Sulyok’s first visit to Vietnam in his role as head of state. The visit coincides with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries (1950 - 2025), marking a milestone in their longstanding friendship.

Over the past 75 years, the bilateral relationship has flourished across various fields including politics, economy, education, legal affairs, culture, sports, and people-to-people exchanges. Hungary regards Vietnam as a key partner in Southeast Asia, and the two countries elevated their ties to a Comprehensive Partnership in September 2018.

Political and diplomatic cooperation between Vietnam and Hungary has deepened in recent years, based on mutual trust and understanding. The countries closely collaborate at multilateral forums such as the United Nations and the Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM), strengthening the foundation for expanding cooperation in trade, education, culture, tourism, labour, science and technology, environment, agriculture, and water management.

Following the welcoming ceremony, the two Presidents held talks to review past cooperation and discuss future directions to further strengthen Vietnam – Hungary relations.

Hungarian President, First Lady enjoy peaceful stroll around Hanoi’s Old Quarter

VOV.VN - Shortly after arriving in Hanoi on May 27 evening for an official visit to Vietnam, Hungarian President Tamas Sulyok and First Lady Nagy Zsuzsanna took a leisurely walk hand in hand around the local Old Quarter, enjoying the nighttime atmosphere of the capital city.