Strengthening Vietnam-Guinea-Bissau Relations Through High-Level Diplomacy
On September 7, 2023, Vietnam’s Tran Thanh Man hosted Guinea-Bissau’s President Umaro Sissoco Embaló in Hanoi. This visit marks the first head of state exchange since diplomatic ties began in 1973. Both leaders discussed enhancing bilateral cooperation in various fields, including trade and parliamentary diplomacy, while looking forward to Guinea-Bissau’s upcoming parliamentary elections.
On September 7, 2023, Tran Thanh Man, Chairman of the National Assembly of Vietnam, welcomed Umaro Sissoco Embaló, the President of Guinea-Bissau, during his visit to Hanoi. This visit marks the first high-level delegation exchange between the two countries since they established diplomatic relations in 1973. Man expressed hope that the visit will further strengthen the traditional friendship and cooperation between Vietnam and Guinea-Bissau.
Chairman Man conveyed his best wishes for the successful parliamentary elections in Guinea-Bissau scheduled for November 24, anticipating it will spur further development in the country. President Embaló mentioned that Vietnam serves as a model for Guinea-Bissau in both its historic fight for national independence and its current efforts in poverty alleviation. He emphasized the commitment to elevate the bilateral relationship to new heights through enhanced cooperation.
Man emphasized the need for increased exchanges between the two countries, urging collaboration across all levels including Party, State, and National Assembly channels, along with initiatives focused on people-to-people exchanges. He pointed out that the current level of bilateral trade does not reflect the potential of either nation and highlighted the need to boost trade relations, especially emphasizing exports and imports of key products including rice, cashew nuts, textiles, and footwear.
The meeting between Chairman of the National Assembly Tran Thanh Man and President Umaro Sissoco Embaló underscores the significance of Vietnam-Guinea-Bissau relations. Both leaders expressed aspirations to strengthen cooperation in various sectors, ensure parliamentary collaboration, and enhance legislative ties, ultimately aiming for progress and prosperity for both nations.
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