Vietnam and UK hold 11th Strategic Dialogue in London

Vietnam and the United Kingdom held their 11th Strategic Dialogue in London on November 3. The meeting focused on strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership established following the official visit of General Secretary and President To Lam to the UK in October 2025.

UK Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State Rosalie Winterton described Vietnam as a reliable partner with a significant role in the ASEAN and Indo-Pacific regions. She expressed the UK's readiness to support Vietnam in achieving its strategic development goals through substantive cooperation in areas of mutual interest.

Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang highlighted the importance of the dialogue, occurring one year after the upgrade of bilateral relations. She proposed enhancing cooperation in sectors where the UK possesses expertise that aligns with Vietnamese needs, specifically mentioning the development of international financial centers, stock markets, and commodity markets.