President Vo Van Thuong at the oath-taking ceremony on March 2, 2023. (Photo: VNA)

In his congratulatory letter, King of Malaysia Al-Sultan Abdullah expressed his belief that under President Thuong’s leadership, Vietnam will continue recording fast development and stronger economic growth. King Abdullah said he hopes for close cooperation with Mr. Thuong to further enhance the two countries’ strategic partnership.

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier emphasised the traditional friendship between Germany and Vietnam and affirmed that Germany will work with Vietnam in expanding ties in trade, investment, and labour, and cooperation in international issues of common concern.

Offering congratulations, US President Joe Biden reiterated his commitment to supporting an independent and prosperous Vietnam while voicing his wish to work with President Thuong to promote the bilateral cooperation and friendship on basis of shared interests.

Governor General of Canada Mary Simon said that the two countries’ relations have been growing strongly within the framework of their comprehensive partnership and on the basis of common interests and mutual respect. She said that she hopes bilateral ties will harvest more achievements and continue flourishing for the sake of the two peoples, especially amid the 50th anniversary of the diplomatic relationship this year.