Vietnamese President To Lam embarked on a four-day state visit to Singapore on May 28, with the primary goal of enhancing bilateral cooperation and furthering the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership established between the two nations by 2025. This visit highlights the strengthening relationship between Vietnam and Singapore, as both countries seek to deepen collaboration across various sectors.
During his stay, President Lam is slated to meet with key Singaporean leaders, including President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Prime Minister Lawrence Wong. Discussions between these leaders are anticipated to concentrate on improving economic ties and boosting collaboration in investment and technology, as well as exploring regional partnerships.
A significant moment in President Lam’s visit will be his keynote speech at the Shangri-La Dialogue. This address marks his first major international presentation on Vietnam’s foreign policy since he assumed the presidency in April 2026. This speech provides a platform for President Lam to outline Vietnam’s strategic priorities and initiatives on the global stage.
In addition to diplomatic talks, the two countries are actively working to expand their cooperation in science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation through the Vietnam-Singapore Tech Connect Initiative. This initiative aims to facilitate increased collaboration in these critical areas. Furthermore, both nations are collaborating on the next phase of the Vietnam-Singapore Industrial Parks (VSIP 2.0), which will focus on integrating smart technologies and fostering sustainability and green development to attract high-value investments.
This visit by President Lam underscores the burgeoning strategic and economic partnership between Singapore and Vietnam. As both countries look to the future, they are poised to strengthen their ties through enhanced cooperation in multiple sectors, paving the way for sustained growth and mutual benefits.