Vietnam's President lauds Marcos for 'breakthroughs' in PH

Vietnamese President Vo Van Thuong lauded President Ferdinand ''Bongbong'' Marcos Jr.'s economic and foreign policies, saying that his administration has brought "breakthroughs" for the Philippines. 

The Presidential Communications Office said the Vietnamese leader made the remark during his meeting with Marcos as part of the latter's two-day state visit to Vietnam. 

“I would like to congratulate the Philippines on remarkable socio-economic, foreign policies, security and defense achievement under your able leadership. Since you assumed the presidency with a lot of breakthroughs such as for economic development,” Thoung said. 

Meanwhile, Vietnam's Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh told Marcos that he wants to learn from the latter's economic strategy and leadership style.

“I truly appreciate the role of Mr. President in promoting and creating traditions for businesses from the Philippines to grow and making contributions to the socio-economic development of the Philippines,” Pham said during his meeting with Marcos. 

Pham also told Marcos that their countries could foster deeper connectivity as he emphasized that Vietnam is ready to listen to his recommendations. 

National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue also commended the administration of Marcos and his economic performance.

Hue also noted that Marcos made significant changes in the Philippine economy. 

Marcos arrived back in the Philippines on Wednesday morning.

The State visit aimed to further strengthen our strategic partnership with Vietnam," said Marcos in a recorded speech posted online.

"I met with His Excellency Võ Van Thuong, President of Vietnam, and we discussed areas of cooperation including defense, maritime, trade and investment, economic, education, tourism and culture. We also witnessed the exchange of several agreements including on rice, agriculture, culture, and maritime cooperation," he added.   —VAL, GMA Integrated News