Tinubu Congratulates Vietnam's New President, Luong Cuong

President Tinubu Welcomes Luong Cuong as Vietnam's Leader

President Bola Tinubu has assured Vietnam's leader, Luong Cuong, that Nigeria is committed to strengthening bilateral relations...

President Bola Tinubu congratulates Vietnam's President Luong Cuong, pledging Nigeria's commitment to enhanced bilateral ties in trade, agriculture, education, and cultural exchange.

President Bola Tinubu has extended warm congratulations to President Luong Cuong of Vietnam on his historic election to the presidency. This milestone marks a significant chapter in Vietnam's leadership, with Cuong, a seasoned military general, bringing over 40 years of experience in the Vietnamese army and a strong background as a Politburo member since 2021.

President Cuong's vision for Vietnam aligns with fostering global cooperation and friendship. In his inaugural address, he emphasized promoting Vietnam as a trusted partner and responsible member of the international community, values that President Tinubu warmly welcomes. This commitment to international collaboration and responsibility is expected to shape Vietnam's foreign policy under Cuong's leadership.

As Cuong takes the reins, his appointment is seen as a move to stabilize the system after a period of political turbulence in Vietnam. With his extensive military background and Politburo membership, Cuong's presidency is anticipated to bring balance between Vietnam's military and security factions ahead of the 2026 Party Congress.

Highlights of President Luong Cuong's Election:

Election by the National Assembly: Cuong was unanimously voted in by the 440 deputies present.

Post-Election Promise: To promote Vietnam as a friend, trusted partner, and responsible member of the international community.

Background: Over 40 years of service in the Vietnamese army and Politburo member since 2021.

Expected Impact: Stabilization of Vietnam's political system and balance between military and security factions.

President Bola Tinubu has assured Vietnam's leader, Luong Cuong, that Nigeria is committed to strengthening bilateral relations across multiple sectors, including Trade and Commerce, Agriculture and Food Production, Education, and Cultural and Technological Exchange. This commitment aims to foster economic growth, improve living standards, and promote global peace.

President Tinubu expressed his well-wishes to President Cuong, hoping for his successful leadership in serving the Vietnamese people and humanity as a whole. This sentiment reflects the importance of strong leadership in achieving national and global goals.

The warm and friendly relations between Nigeria and Vietnam are built on a shared commitment to creating a more peaceful world. The steady growth in trade and cultural exchange between the two nations is a testament to this commitment. President Tinubu reaffirmed Nigeria's dedication to this partnership, recognizing the potential for mutual benefit and cooperation.