General Secretary To Lam affirmed that Viet Nam always treasures its traditional friendship with Finland and appreciates Finland’s support for Viet Nam in its post-war national reconstruction and development. He expressed his hope that Finland will continue to be a reliable partner and companion in Viet Nam’s new era of development.

During some of Viet Nam’s most challenging times, Finland was a pioneer in providing development aid, supporting critical projects on clean water and water supply systems in Ha Noi and Hai Phong.

Viet Nam always values Finland’s role and position in the European Union (EU) and attaches importance to deepening cooperation with the country in various fields, State President Luong Cuong has affirmed.