Vietnam's Highest Official Visits Ottawa to Discuss Trade, Diplomatic Ties

Vietnam’s top political leader met with Prime Minister Carney in Ottawa on Sept. 24 to discuss strengthening trade and diplomatic relations. Vietnamese President Tô Lâm, who also serves as general secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, was joined by Carney on Parliament Hill before the pair briefly addressed reporters. “This is a historic visit […]

Vietnam's Highest Official Visits Ottawa to Discuss Trade, Diplomatic Ties

TL;DR

  • Vietnam's top political leader, President Tô Lâm, visited Ottawa on September 24th.
  • The visit aimed to strengthen trade and diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Canada.
  • Prime Minister Carney highlighted that bilateral trade has more than doubled in the last five years.
  • President Tô Lâm expressed interest in deepening the partnership with Canada.