Deep-rooted diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Egypt, Angola being strengthened during the State President's Africa tour, as asserted by the Deputy Foreign Minister
President Luong Cuong's State Visits to Egypt and Angola
President Luong Cuong is scheduled to make state visits to Egypt and Angola from August 3 to August 9, 2025. These visits, at the invitations of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi and Angolan President João Manuel Goncálves Lourenço, aim to strengthen bilateral relations and expand cooperation in various sectors [1][2][3].
The focus of these visits is to enhance traditional ties and multifaceted cooperation between Vietnam and the two African countries. The goals include deepening political trust, boosting trade and investment partnerships, and exploring new areas such as technology and cultural diplomacy [1][5].
During his trips, President Cuong is expected to deliver keynote speeches at the Arab League and the National Assembly of Angola. These speeches will likely reaffirm Vietnam's new posture and readiness to contribute more actively to peace, cooperation, and development in Africa and the world [4].
The visits mark an important milestone in the relations between Vietnam and the two African countries. Since 2023, Vietnam has served as an observer to the African Union (AU). Việt Nam's bilateral and multilateral relations with Egypt and Angola have continued to thrive, with a focus on cooperation in economics, trade, expert exchange, labour, healthcare, education, and more [6].
Africa, with its 1.5 billion people, growing middle class, abundant resources, and increasing role in the global economic map, is a focus for the visits. Better tapping into the African market is expected to help Vietnam achieve its growth target of 8.3-8.5% this year and double-digit rates in the coming years [7].
President Cuong's visits are expected to call on the host governments to create more favourable conditions for the Việt Namese communities in Egypt and Angola to better integrate into local life and make greater contributions to the development of their host countries [2]. The visits will offer a chance for Vietnam and the two countries to discuss orientations and measures to push their ties to a new level in a more substantive, effective, and sustainable manner [3].
Vietnam's peacekeeping forces have made significant contributions in various hotspots across Africa, including South Sudan and the Central African Republic. These visits symbolize Vietnam’s intention to engage more actively with key countries in Africa and the Arab region, elevating mutual support in international fora and forging long-term multifaceted partnerships [1][5].
The visits are seen as an important step in implementing the policy of diversifying markets and partners, particularly in Africa. Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Hang stated that the visits aim to implement Vietnam's foreign policy of independence, self-reliance, multilateralisation, and diversification of relations [2].
These visits will present an opportunity for Vietnam to promote, deepen, and elevate its relations with Egypt and Angola, which are important economies in Africa [3]. Expected outcomes likely include agreements or initiatives that facilitate collaboration in economic development, cultural exchange, and technology transfer. The visits also send a policy message to African countries and the international community that Vietnam is a nation with a growing role and position in the international arena [1][5].
Việt Nam has maintained close cooperation with Egypt, Angola, and other African friends and partners. Further deepening the relationships will establish a new framework for Việt Nam to strengthen political trust and sign more cooperation agreements with Egypt and Angola in areas of mutual interest [6].
References: [1] https://www.vietnamplus.vn/english/vietnam-news/2150278/president-luong-cuong-to-make-state-visits-to-egypt-angola.html [2] https://vietnamnet.vn/en/politics/president-luong-cuong-to-visit-egypt-angola-695635.html [3] https://www.vietnamnews.vn/politics-lifestyle/875267/president-luong-cuong-to-visit-egypt-angola.html [4] https://www.vietnamplus.vn/english/vietnam-news/2150290/president-luong-cuong-to-deliver-keynote-speeches-at-arab-league-angola-national-assembly.html [5] https://vietnamnet.vn/en/politics/president-luong-cuong-to-visit-egypt-angola-with-an-ambitious-agenda-695636.html [6] https://www.vietnamplus.vn/english/vietnam-news/2150279/vietnam-angola-egypt-continue-to-strengthen-bilateral-cooperation.html [7] https://vietnamnet.vn/en/economy/vietnam-focuses-on-african-market-to-achieve-growth-targets-695645.html
- President Luong Cuong's forthcoming visits to Egypt and Angola are set to broaden cooperation in various sectors, including diplomacy, business, economy, government, and culture.
- During his trips, Luong Cuong is scheduled to address general-news agencies such as the Arab League and the National Assembly of Angola, emphasizing Vietnam's commitment to contributing actively to world peace, cooperation, and development.
- The African Union (AU) has been an observing body for Vietnam since 2023, and bilateral relations between Vietnam and both Egypt and Angola have been thriving in economical, trade, educational, and healthcare aspects.
- Africa, with a population of 1.5 billion, an expanding middle class, abundant resources, and a growing role in the global economy, presents a key market for Vietnam, aiming to help Vietnam achieve its growth targets.
- Support for the Vietnamese communities in Egypt and Angola to better integrate into local life and contribute more to their host countries is an expected outcome of these visits.
- The visits will also offer a platform for discussing and devising strategies to further advance the relationship between Vietnam, Egypt, Angola, and the international community in a sustainable manner.
- Significant contributions by Vietnam's peacekeeping forces in African hotspots such as South Sudan and the Central African Republic highlight Vietnam's commitment to being actively engaged with key countries in Africa and the Arab region.
- The policy message conveyed by these visits signifies Vietnam's growing role and importance in international affairs, engaging in cooperative ventures concerning economic development, cultural exchange, and technology transfer.
