The top leader praised the long-standing cooperation between the US and Vietnam. He highlighted programs like Pacific Partnership and Pacific Angel, which have helped local communities.

General Secretary Lam hopes that both sides will work together to make the partnership stronger and more effective. This will benefit the people of both countries.

General Secretary To Lam met with Admiral Samuel Paparo in Hanoi on August 5, 2026. They discussed ways to improve relations between the two countries.

The Vietnamese leader thanked US President Donald Trump for his warm welcome. He invited President Trump to visit Vietnam and attend the APEC Economic Leaders’ Week in 2027. The leader wants to improve relations between the two countries.

General Secretary Lam agreed with President Trump that a trade agreement is needed. He asked the US to finish the Section 301 investigation and avoid trade measures that could hurt relations.

The Vietnamese leader suggested that the two countries work together in science and technology. This is important for Vietnam's growth and development.

The leader welcomed progress in defense and security cooperation. He suggested that both sides work together to implement existing agreements.

General Secretary Lam emphasized the importance of cooperation in addressing war consequences. He asked the US to support projects that help Vietnam find and identify the remains of war martyrs.

The leader reaffirmed Vietnam's commitment to helping the US find personnel missing in action. Vietnam has supported this effort for over half a century.

Admiral Paparo thanked Vietnam for joining the Board of Peace initiative. He said that the US values its relations with Vietnam.

Paparo praised Vietnam's growing international role. He shared the vision of a free and secure Indo-Pacific and reaffirmed the US's commitment to strengthening ties with ASEAN.

General Secretary To Lam met with Admiral Samuel Paparo in Hanoi on August 5, 2026. They discussed ways to improve relations between the two countries.

Admiral Paparo agreed with the Vietnamese leader's proposals. He pledged that the US would continue to work with Vietnam on humanitarian programs.

Paparo thanked Vietnam for its support in searching for US personnel missing in action. He reaffirmed the US's commitment to helping Vietnam overcome the consequences of war.

The two sides discussed regional and international issues. They emphasized the importance of maintaining peace and security in the region.

General Secretary Lam expressed confidence that Vietnam-US relations would continue to develop. He believes that this will contribute to prosperity in the Asia-Pacific region.