ISLAMABAD, Sep 05 (APP):Ambassador of Viet Nam to Pakistan Pham Anh Tuan has said that Viet Nam’s journey from independence to economic dynamism reflects the resilience, determination and sacrifices of generations of Vietnamese people, while expressing confidence in further strengthening friendship and cooperation with Pakistan. Addressing a reception marking the 81st Anniversary of the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam, the Ambassador said President Ho Chi Minh’s …
From independence to shared prosperity: Vietnam looks to stronger bonds with Pakistan: Ambassador Tuan
ISLAMABAD, Sep 05 (APP):Ambassador of Viet Nam to Pakistan Pham Anh Tuan has said that Viet Nam’s journey from independence to economic dynamism reflects the resilience, determination and sacrifices of generations of Vietnamese people, while expressing confidence in further strengthening friendship and cooperation with Pakistan.
Addressing a reception marking the 81st Anniversary of the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam, the Ambassador said President Ho Chi Minh’s proclamation of the Declaration of Independence in 1945 opened a new era of independence and self-determination for the Vietnamese nation.
“Over the past 81 years, generations of Vietnamese have devoted their efforts and sacrifices to defending our independence, building our country, and pursuing a better and happier life for our people,” he said.
The Ambassador highlighted the transformative impact of Renovation Policy launched in 1986, saying Viet Nam had evolved from a lower middle income country into a dynamic and deeply integrated economy.
He said Viet Nam currently maintained diplomatic relations with 194 countries and was an active member of more than 70 international and regional organizations, reaffirming the country’s commitment to being a friend, a reliable partner and a responsible member of the international community.
The Ambassador said Viet Nam continued to emerge as a bright spot for economic growth in the region and the world. In 2025, the Vietnamese economy grew by more than 8 percent, its highest growth rate in over 15 years, while GDP exceeded US$514 billion and GDP per capita surpassed US$5,000.
The envoy said foreign direct investment reached nearly US$40 billion, while the country’s total import-export turnover crossed US$900 billion for the first time.
“Viet Nam is also becoming an increasingly attractive destination for high technology, digital industries and global supply chains,” he added.
Referring to the successful 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Viet Nam, the Ambassador said the country had set strategic directions for a new stage of development, with particular emphasis on innovation, digital transformation and sustainable growth.
He said Viet Nam was determined to achieve its two centenary goals — becoming a developing country with modern industry and upper-middle income by 2030, and a developed, high-income country by 2045.
Turning to bilateral relations, Ambassador Pham Anh Tuan said 2026 also marked 54 years of diplomatic relations between Viet Nam and Pakistan, noting that friendship and cooperation between the two countries had steadily expanded in politics, trade, culture and people-to-people exchanges.
“Our two countries share many common aspirations. We both value national independence and sovereignty, pursue economic development and international integration, and seek greater prosperity for our peoples,” he said.
The Ambassador described Viet Nam as an important gateway for Pakistan to the dynamic ASEAN market of more than 680 million people, while Pakistan could serve as an important bridge for Viet Nam to South Asia, Central Asia and the Middle East.
He said trade had become one of the most dynamic areas of bilateral cooperation, with two-way trade reaching approximately US$850 million in 2025.
“We are now working together toward US$1 billion and beyond,” he said, encouraging businesses from both countries to explore opportunities in sectors including electronics, chemicals and information technology and to establish direct, long-term partnerships.
The Ambassador also highlighted the growing importance of culture and tourism in bringing the peoples of Viet Nam and Pakistan closer.
He said that during the past year, the Vietnamese Embassy, in collaboration with Pakistani partners, had promoted cultural exchanges through the publication of President Ho Chi Minh’s Prison Diary in Urdu, Vesak Day celebrations in Taxila, participation in the Viet Nam Pavilion at Lok Mela, the “Colors of Culture” fashion show and participation in the Pakistan Travel Mart Expo to promote Viet Nam as a tourism destination.
“Through these activities, more and more people in our two countries are learning about each other’s history, culture, literature and tourist attractions, helping to bring our peoples and Viet Nam-Pakistan relations even closer together,” he said.
As Viet Nam celebrated its 81st National Day, Ambassador Pham Anh Tuan said the country looked to the future with confidence and reaffirmed its commitment to peace, friendship, cooperation and development.
He expressed sincere gratitude to the people and government of Pakistan, as well as international friends, for their friendship, support and cooperation with Viet Nam over the years.
“May the friendship between Viet Nam and Pakistan grow ever stronger, bringing greater prosperity to our peoples and contributing to peace and stability in our region,” he said.
The Ambassador also conveyed his best wishes for the health, happiness and continued success of the distinguished guests and expressed hope for further strengthening of the longstanding friendship and relations between Pakistan and Viet Nam.
