Vietnamese Vice State President’s visit in Swedish media spotlight

The Swedish Government's official website said that Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson gave a warm welcome to Vice President Xuan in Stockholm. During a working lunch, the leader hold discussions with a particular focus on the growing ties between the two countries.

Highligting Vietnam as a key trade partner of Sweden and one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, Kristersson said the two sides are taking important steps to bolster cooperation, especially in technological innovation and green transition.

The visit concluded with the signing and exchange of two memoranda of understanding between Swedish State Secretary to the Minister for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Hakan Jevrell and Vietnamese counterparts, paving the way for regular political consultations and the expansion of cooperation in green transition and digital technology.

Meanwhile, ScandAsia newspaper praised the two-day visit, underlining the commitment of both nations to boosting cooperation in innovation, environmental protection, and sustainable development.

The leaders acknowledged the urgent need for innovative solutions to respond to climate change and promote sustainable development. Swedish companies, with their advanced expertise and technology, are ready to assist Vietnam in realising its sustainable future.

According to the Ericsson Group’s website, Xuan attributed Vietnam’s development to Ericsson's technological contributions while visiting its headquarters, emphasizing that the company would play a key role as Vietnam steps up its digitalisation efforts.

Deputy Chair of Ericsson's Board of Directors Jacob Wallenberg affirmed the company’s readiness to play a continued role in Vietnam's sustainable digitalisation, including industry and manufacturing connectivity purposes.