The meeting between the Politburo of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) and the Central Committee of the Cambodian People’s Party (CPP) was co-chaired by General Secretary of the CPV Central Committee To Lam and CPP President Hun Sen who is also President of the Cambodian Senate.

During the meeting, To Lam and Hun Sen briefed each other on the situation of their respective Parties and countries; exchanged views on global and regional developments, and discussed issues of mutual concern. They also reviewed the results of past cooperation and agreed on future directions for collaboration.

Both sides congratulated Vietnam and Cambodia on their significant and comprehensive achievements in national construction and development. They expressed satisfaction of the deepening cooperation between the two Parties, States, and peoples across various fields, which has contributed substantially to socio-economic development and the enhancement of each country's position and reputation in the region and the world at large.

Hun Sen expressed his delight at Vietnam’s remarkable socio-economic progress, and commended the CPV, led by To Lam, for its strong efforts in streamlining the administrative apparatus at all levels, considering this a valuable experience for Cambodia to study.

He also acknowledged the positive development of Vietnam-Cambodia relations in all areas, and emphasized the need to educate younger generations about the historical significance of the bilateral relationship and the enduring solidarity and friendship between the two Parties, countries, and peoples.

The two senior leaders reaffirmed that solidarity and mutual support between the two Parties and countries is an objective necessity, a historical rule, and one of the greatest sources of strength that is vital to the revolutionary cause and the construction and defense of both nations. It is also a valuable asset for both peoples that must be preserved, nurtured, and passed down to future generations.

To Lam reiterated that the Party, State, and people of Vietnam highly value and prioritize strengthening and developing their good neighbourly relations, traditional friendship, comprehensive cooperation, and long-term sustainability with the CPP, the State, and people of Cambodia.

The two leaders agreed to further consolidate political relations to guide the overall ties between the two Parties and countries. They emphasized the importance of fostering close relations between senior leaders and effectively implementing high-level agreements. They also agreed to enhance cooperation in defense and security, and promote economic, trade, cultural, educational, and tourism collaboration in line with each country’s potential and the strength of their relationship.

They pledged to bolster effective and substantive cooperation between Party agencies, legislative bodies, government ministries, mass organizations, and localities of both countries, giving strong impetus to Vietnam-Cambodia relations during this new phase of development and bringing tangible benefits to their peoples.

During the meeting, Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet agreed with the assessments and major orientations set by General Secretary To Lam and CPP President Hun Sen regarding the deep and comprehensive relationship between the two Parties and countries.

They provided further insights into the achievements in implementing the conclusions of the 2023 high-level meeting, covering areas of cooperation in politics-diplomacy, defense-security, economy, education, legislation, culture and tourism.

The two PMs also pointed out existing challenges that need to be addressed and reached a consensus on several key issues for early implementation, particularly initiatives to enhance economic connectivity between Vietnam and Cambodia as well as among Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos.

PM Chinh rejoices over deepening Vietnam-Cambodia ties

VOV.VN - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has expressed delight at the strengthened Vietnam-Cambodia relations, reaffirming that Vietnam always prioritizes nurturing its close-knit ties with Cambodia.