The General Secretary stressed that Vietnam will always stand side by side with Cuba, continuing to strengthen the exemplary brotherly relationship, solidarity, and loyalty between the Parties, States, and people of the two countries.

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The General Secretary welcomed the President of the Cuban National Assembly on an official visit to Vietnam on the occasion of the two countries celebrating the 65th anniversary of diplomatic relations and the "Vietnam - Cuba Friendship Year"

The relationship between the two Parties is the political foundation and orientation for the development of bilateral cooperation. The General Secretary proposed that the Cuban National Assembly continue to prioritize support for economic and trade cooperation and investment, and create favorable conditions for cooperation projects in agriculture, renewable energy, biotechnology and pharmaceuticals, to practically serve the development of the two countries.

The General Secretary suggested that the two sides increase the exchange of theories and practical experiences, especially in the context of Vietnam organizing the 14th Party Congress and Cuba organizing the 9th Party Congress in 2026.

National Assembly Chairman Esteban Lazo Hernández expressed his admiration for the great and comprehensive achievements Vietnam has made under the wise leadership of the Communist Party of Vietnam.

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The President of the Cuban National Assembly informed General Secretary To Lam about the results of the talks and the meeting of the Vietnam - Cuba Inter-Parliamentary Cooperation Committee.

Cuba attaches great importance to consulting and absorbing Vietnam's practical experience in the cause of Renovation and building socialism, especially in the process of preparing for the Congress of the Communist Party of Cuba.

The President of the Cuban National Assembly thanked Vietnam for its support and assistance during the current difficult period, most recently demonstrated through a widespread fundraising campaign among the Vietnamese people.

He also highly appreciated Vietnam's support and cooperation in improving agricultural production capacity towards ensuring food security for Cuba, implementing renewable energy projects, and producing consumer goods in Cuba...

General Secretary To Lam shared some of Vietnam's great experiences and lessons learned during 50 years of defending and building the country, building socialism, and nearly 40 years of Innovation and development.

The General Secretary highly appreciated the proposals of the Cuban National Assembly Chairman in enhancing cooperation, coordinating the direction of education and propaganda work, and enhancing understanding among the people and young generations about the tradition of special relations between Vietnam and Cuba...

Also this evening, President of the Cuban National Assembly Esteban Lazo met with Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.

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The Prime Minister proposed improving the effectiveness of cooperation mechanisms on Party, State, Government, National Assembly channels and between ministries and local branches.

The Prime Minister said that Vietnam always closely follows the situation in Cuba and shares the difficulties and challenges Cuba is facing.

The President of the Cuban National Assembly shared his feelings after each visit to Vietnam and expressed his joy at the achievements Vietnam has made. The results and victories of the Vietnamese people have always been a great source of encouragement and motivation for the revolutionary cause of the Cuban people.

Cuba always attaches importance to the special friendship with Vietnam, considering cooperation with Vietnam to be of strategic significance in the context of a world full of challenges and difficulties.

The President of the Cuban National Assembly gave an overview of the recent situation in Cuba and the policies and solutions that the Cuban Party and State are implementing to stabilize and develop the socio-economy and improve people's lives.

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Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Chairman of the Cuban National Assembly visit a photo exhibition on bilateral relations.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh affirmed Vietnam's consistent policy in strengthening and developing Vietnam - Cuba relations.

The Prime Minister also shared Vietnam's lessons on innovation in thinking and methods in the process of economic development, breaking the embargo, opening up and integrating internationally; promoting all resources for development, especially the role of the private economic sector as an important driving force for the Vietnamese economy.

The Vietnamese Government will continue to support Cuba, especially agricultural projects following the business model to support food security in Cuba, as well as the fields of energy and biotechnology.

The two leaders agreed to facilitate and encourage the expansion of participation of organizations and businesses in the socio-economic development process of each country; promote economic, trade and investment cooperation, especially in the field of strategic cooperation...

This morning, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man and Cuban National Assembly Chairman Esteban Lazo co-chaired a meeting of the Vietnam-Cuba Inter-Parliamentary Cooperation Committee.

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National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man welcomes Cuban National Assembly Chairman Esteban Lazo Hernández

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man affirmed that over the past 65 years, the Vietnam-Cuba relationship has continuously developed and become increasingly strong, becoming a typical relationship of pure, loyal and close international solidarity.

The two countries' parliaments play an important role, not only as a reliable political foreign relations channel but also as a core force promoting bilateral relations.

Through the development and improvement of policies and laws, the National Assemblies of the two countries have contributed to creating a favorable environment for substantive, effective and sustainable development cooperation.

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The two National Assembly Chairmen co-chaired the meeting.

Cuban National Assembly President Esteban Lazo said the session reaffirmed Cuba's determination to honor its commitments and promote policies to facilitate trade and cooperation.

Cuba values ​​Vietnam’s experience and the participation of Vietnamese enterprises in the process of updating its economic model. With 10 investment projects, Vietnam is the largest Asian investor in Cuba, with an increasingly important and growing presence in the Mariel Development Zone.

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The President of the Cuban National Assembly emotionally recalled unforgettable moments in the 65-year history of special relations between Cuba and Vietnam.
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The two National Assembly Chairmen and delegates of the two countries attended the meeting.

The two sides listened to representatives of the two National Assembly agencies and ministries under the Vietnamese sub-committee of the Vietnam-Cuba Intergovernmental Committee report on the cooperation situation, propose measures and recommend amendments and supplements to policies and laws.

The two sides exchanged and shared experiences in building and perfecting policies and laws to encourage business development, attract foreign investment, apply technology in agricultural production, and cooperate in healthcare.

Cuban National Assembly Chairman visits Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
Today, the President of the Cuban National Assembly visited the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and laid a wreath at the Monument to Heroes and Martyrs on Bac Son Street. Photo: Pham Thang
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The President of the Cuban National Assembly also laid a wreath at the Monument to National Hero José Marti.
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Source: https://vietnamnet.vn/tong-bi-thu-viet-nam-se-luon-sat-canh-cung-cuba-2448188.html