New Delhi, April 30: To Lam, President of Vietnam, will undertake a State visit to India from May 5–7 at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Ministry of External Affairs announced.
This will be To Lam’s first visit to India since assuming office earlier this month. He will be accompanied by a high-level delegation, including ministers, senior government officials, and a business contingent, signalling a strong focus on economic engagement.
The visiting leader will receive a ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan on May 6, followed by comprehensive bilateral discussions with Prime Minister Modi. The talks are expected to cover a broad spectrum of cooperation areas, including trade, investment, and regional and global issues.
President Droupadi Murmu will also hold separate discussions with To Lam, while other senior leaders are expected to engage with the Vietnamese delegation.
As part of his itinerary, To Lam will visit Bodh Gaya and Mumbai, underscoring both cultural and economic dimensions of the visit.
According to the Ministry, the engagements are expected to inject fresh momentum into bilateral ties and unlock new avenues for cooperation under the existing Comprehensive Strategic Partnership framework.
Prime Minister Modi had earlier congratulated To Lam on his election, expressing confidence that the longstanding relationship between the two nations would continue to strengthen.
India and Vietnam share deep historical and civilisational links, with relations elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during Modi’s 2016 visit to Vietnam. The upcoming visit also coincides with the 10th anniversary of this milestone, highlighting the growing strategic and economic alignment between the two countries.
