Vietnam reaffirms: Standing alongside Cuba on all fronts



Vietnam Reaffirms Unwavering Solidarity with Party, State, and People of Cuba

Author: PetroTimes Editorial Board


Published: June 23, 2026



Historical Visit of Vietnamese Party and State Delegation to Cuba

From June 20 to 22, 2026, Comrade Lê Hoài Trung, Member of the Politburo and Minister of Foreign Affairs, led a high-ranking delegation from the Communist Party of Vietnam and the State of Vietnam on an official visit to the Republic of Cuba. In his capacity as a Special Envoy of General Secretary and State President Tô Lâm, Comrade Trung's visit took place at a time when the traditional friendship between the two Parties and states of Vietnam and Cuba continues to be strengthened and developed.



Key Objectives of the Significant Visit

The visit by the Vietnamese delegation aimed to accomplish two primary missions:


  • Inform the Communist Party of Cuba about the outcomes of the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam
  • Exchange views on the state of cooperation between the two Parties and states, particularly amidst complex international and regional developments

Activities During the Visit

During their time in Cuba, Comrade Lê Hoài Trung held important meetings with senior leaders of the Cuban Party and State, including:



Meeting CounterpartPositionMain Discussion Topics
Comrade Miguel Díaz-Canel BermúdezPresident of CubaSituations in both countries, bilateral cooperation, and regional/international issues
Comrade Raúl Castro RuzFirst Secretary of the Communist Party of CubaOutcomes of the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam and cooperation between the two Parties
Comrade Bruno Rodríguez ParrillaMinister of Foreign Affairs of CubaDiplomatic cooperation and international issues of mutual concern

A Symbol of Extraordinary Solidarity

Vietnam and Cuba share a traditional friendship that was cultivated by President Hồ Chí Minh and revolutionary leader Fidel Castro from the early days of their revolutions. The two nations have always stood side-by-side, supporting each other in their nation-building and defense endeavors.



During the meetings, Comrade Lê Hoài Trung affirmed that Vietnam always values and strives to strengthen and develop comprehensive friendship, solidarity, and cooperation with Cuba. He also expressed Vietnam's support for the policies and guidelines of the Cuban Party and State in their nation-building and development efforts.



Cooperation Between the Two Parties and States

Cooperation between Vietnam and Cuba has achieved significant results across various sectors:



  • Thousands of Cuban students studying in Vietnam and vice versa
  • Programs for training medical doctors, technical experts
  • Cooperation AreaNotable AchievementsDevelopment Directions
    Political-DiplomaticMutual support at multilateral forums, sharing views on international issuesEnhancing exchanges at all levels, coordination at regional and international forums
    Economic-TradeHundreds of millions USD in annual trade volume, cooperation projects in agriculture, tourismExpanding scale, diversifying products, promoting investment
    Education-TrainingIncreasing teacher and student exchanges, cooperation in scientific research

    Statements from Leaders of Both Nations

    During the meetings, leaders from both nations expressed their satisfaction with the positive development of the traditional friendship between their countries.



    Comrade Lê Hoài Trung emphasized: "Vietnam always recognizes and values the precious support of the Party, State, and people of Cuba for Vietnam in its struggle for national liberation and nation-building. Vietnam is committed to always standing alongside Cuba, sharing all difficulties, and supporting Cuba in its nation-building and development efforts."



    The Cuban side highly appreciated Vietnam's solidarity and support, reaffirming that Cuba always values its relationship with Vietnam and is ready to enhance cooperation in areas of mutual benefit.



    Significance of the Visit in Current Context

    The visit by the Vietnamese delegation to Cuba occurred amidst complex global and regional changes, particularly concerning global security and economic challenges. Strengthening cooperation between the two nations is not only important for both peoples but also contributes to the community of socialist countries and the non-aligned movement.



    Outcomes and Prospects for Cooperation

    At the conclusion of the visit, both sides agreed to enhance cooperation in the following areas:


    • Political: Increasing information exchange, sharing experience in Party building and state governance
    • Economic: Promoting trade and investment, particularly in agriculture, high technology, and tourism
    • Diplomacy: Enhancing coordination at multilateral forums, jointly protecting the interests of developing nations
    • Cultural-Social: Strengthening cultural, educational, healthcare, and sports exchanges

    The successful visit by the Vietnamese delegation reaffirms Vietnam's commitment to consolidating and developing comprehensive friendship, solidarity, and cooperation with Cuba, contributing to the revolutionary cause of both Parties and states in the new era.



    Detailed Information About the Visit

  • Report on outcomes of the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam
  • Exchange on cooperation between the two Parties and states
  • InformationDetails
    DateJune 20-22, 2026
    LocationHavana, Republic of Cuba
    DelegationHigh-ranking Party and State delegation of Vietnam led by Comrade Lê Hoài Trung, Member of the Politburo and Minister of Foreign Affairs, in his capacity as Special Envoy of General Secretary and State President Tô Lâm
    Main Objectives