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Top leader urges stronger Việt Nam-Sri Lanka economic connectivity
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President Tô Lâm addresses the Việt Nam–Sri Lanka Trade-Investment-Tourism Cooperation Forum in Colombo on Friday. — VNA/VNS PhotosCOLOMBO — General Secretary of the Communist Party of Việt Nam (CPV) Central Committee and President Tô Lâm has stressed the need for Việt Nam and Sri Lanka to foster economic connections while attending the Việt Nam–Sri Lanka Trade–Investment–Tourism Cooperation Forum in Colombo on Friday (local time).The event was jointly organised by the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) and the Sri Lanka Export Development Board, with the participation of Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya, leaders of ministries and agencies, and a large number of businesses from both countries.The top leader of Việt Nam stressed that the forum is not only a venue for exchanging cooperation opportunities but also a symbol of connectivity between the two economies, the two regions and, more broadly, among global flows of trade, investment and development.He noted that the world is undergoing rapid and complex changes, and no country can achieve sustainable development in isolation. Economies need closer linkages, greater complementarity, enhanced competitiveness and deeper integration into global value chains.In that context, Việt Nam–Sri Lanka relations hold particular significance as ties between two countries with important geostrategic positions and strong potential for complementarity and regional connectivity, he underlined.The Vietnamese leader highlighted Việt Nam’s major socio-economic achievements in recent years, saying the country has consolidated its position as a dynamic, stable and highly open economy. Việt Nam remains among the world’s leading trading economies and has signed and implemented numerous new-generation free trade agreements, creating favourable conditions for businesses to access global markets, he said.Việt Nam also continues to attract international investors thanks to its stable political environment, abundant workforce and competitive costs, while emerging as an attractive tourism destination with strong recovery and growth momentum, the leader added.These achievements demonstrate that Việt Nam is not only a market, but also a reliable development partner and an important link in global supply chains, said Party General Secretary and President Lâm.He acknowledged that despite progress, economic cooperation between the two countri...
Sri Lanka-Vietnam Forum Boosts Trade & Investment Ties
A landmark Sri Lanka-Vietnam Trade, Investment and Tourism Cooperation Forum has successfully strengthened bilateral economic relations between the two nations, marking a pivotal moment for enhanced business collaboration. The forum, held at the prestigious Hilton Colombo on Friday, brought together key stakeholders from both countries to explore new avenues for trade expansion and investment opportunities. Strategic Partnership Development The forum represents a significant milestone in the evolving economic partnership between Sri Lanka and Vietnam. Jointly organized by the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Sri Lanka Export Development Board, this high-profile event demonstrates both nations' commitment to fostering stronger commercial ties and mutual economic growth. The collaboration between these two dynamic Asian economies opens unprecedented opportunities for businesses in both countries. Sri Lanka's strategic location as a maritime hub in the Indian Ocean, combined with Vietnam's robust manufacturing capabilities and growing economy, creates a powerful synergy for regional trade development. Trade Opportunities and Market Access The forum highlighted numerous sectors where Sri Lanka and Vietnam can enhance bilateral trade. Key areas of focus include textiles, agriculture, technology, and manufacturing. Sri Lanka's expertise in tea production, spices, and garments complements Vietnam's strengths in electronics, automotive parts, and processed foods. Both countries have identified significant potential for expanding their trade volumes through improved market access and reduced trade barriers. The discussions emphasized creating streamlined processes for businesses to enter new markets and establish long-term commercial relationships. Vietnamese companies expressed particular interest in Sri Lanka's growing services sector, including information technology and financial services. Meanwhile, Sri Lankan businesses are keen to explore Vietnam's expanding consumer market and manufacturing opportunities. Investment Climate and Incentives The forum showcased attractive investment climates in both nations, highlighting various incentives available to foreign investors. Sri Lanka's strategic reforms and economic liberalization policies have created favorable conditions for Vietnamese investments, particularly in infrastructure development and industrial projects. Vietnam's consistent economic growth and stable political environment m...
Vietnam shares economic lessons with Sri Lanka | Daily FT
Visiting Vietnamese President Tô Lâm addressing Sri Lanka's Parliament yesterday shared lessons from the country's transformation into an economic miracle. ..
As Vietnam's Leader Visits Colombo, Sri Lanka Studies the Lessons of a ...
Government sources say Sri Lanka's current leadership increasingly views Vietnam not only as an important diplomatic and economic partner, but as an ideologically familiar model — given the shared Marxist roots between Sri Lanka's ruling Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna-led administration and Vietnam's Communist Party.
