Condolences on the passing of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong

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Condolences on the passing of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong

20.07.2024 Press and information team of the Delegation to VIETNAM

We express our heartfelt condolences to the leadership and to the people of Vietnam on the passing of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong. His commitment and dedication to the nation have left an indelible mark on Vietnam's history and development. During his lifetime, Vietnam developed from a war torn country to a prosperous middle-income nation with impressive economic growth rates and promising potential.

During his tenure, General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong played a pivotal role in strengthening Vietnam's position on the global stage and fostering meaningful partnerships with the international community, including the European Union, with a Partnership and Cooperation Agreement, a Free Trade Agreement and a number of bilateral agreements having been forged between the European and Vietnam under his watch. Thanks to these agreements, EU-Vietnam cooperation has flourished across numerous areas, including trade, sustainable development, peace and security, climate change and energy transition.

As we reflect on the legacy of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, we extend our best wishes for the future to the leadership and people of Vietnam in this time of mourning. We look forward to working closely with the Party, State, and National Assembly leadership to continue deepening our relationship. We remain committed to further strengthening our ties and working hand in hand to address the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

Our thoughts are with the General Secretary's wife and family. May his contribution to Vietnam's strategic autonomy and prosperity continue to inspire future generations.

- EU Ambassador to Vietnam Julien Guerrier