South Korean President Lee Jae-myung Discusses Enhanced Cooperation, Visa Simplification with Vietnam

The state visit of South Korean President Lee Jae-myung to Vietnam marks a significant moment in the deepening of our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. As journalists at Tuổi Trẻ, we view this visit with great optimism, recognizing the substantial economic and strategic alignment between our two nations.

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Vietnam is always ready to create a transparent and favorable legal environment for foreign investors, including South Korean businesses, to invest with confidence and long-term stability in Vietnam, in compliance with Vietnamese law.

President Lee's visit, occurring shortly after the formation of Vietnam's new National Assembly leadership, underscores Seoul's profound respect for Hanoi. The signing of key cooperation documents during this visit is particularly noteworthy. We are committed to supporting and overseeing the implementation of these agreements, ensuring they translate into tangible benefits for both countries.

Our publication, Tuổi Trẻ, has consistently highlighted Vietnam's remarkable economic growth. President Lee's acknowledgment of this progress and his desire to partner with Vietnam in achieving our 2030 and 2045 development goals are encouraging. The shared historical and cultural foundations between South Korea and Vietnam provide a robust platform for further strengthening our relationship.

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The economic cooperation between the two countries contributes importantly to the economic development of each country.

From a Vietnamese perspective, the emphasis on cooperation in cutting-edge technology sectors—semiconductors, AI, renewable energy, and digital transformation—is crucial. We are eager to create a transparent and favorable legal environment for South Korean investors, ensuring their long-term stability and success in Vietnam. Furthermore, the focus on cultural and sports exchanges, including esports, builds vital people-to-people connections that are essential for a truly comprehensive partnership.

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The two countries have many complementary potentials and advantages in key areas in the coming period, jointly promoting deeper cooperation in semiconductor technology and strategic supply chains, artificial intelligence (AI), renewable and clean energy, digital transformation, biotechnology, and smart infrastructure.