Congratulations to President of Vietnam Nguyen Phu Trong 2018-10-23 12:00:00 Vladimir Putin congratulated Nguyen Phu Trong on his election as President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. The message reads, in part: “The result of the election held by the National Assembly showcases the high reputation that you have earned throughout the years of occupying high-ranking positions in the party and the government, and acknowledges your efforts in resolving socioeconomic development tasks and strengthening Vietnam’s foreign policy positions. I remember fondly our most recent meeting in Sochi, the constructive and meaningful talks we held there. I am sure that through joint efforts we will keep strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership between our two countries.”