President Bola Tinubu Congratulates Vietnam’s President-Elect Luong Cuong
President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria has extended congratulations to Luong Cuong, the newly elected president of Vietnam, following his historic election by the parliament ¹ ². Cuong, a 67-year-old veteran of the Vietnamese army with over 40 years of service, has been a Politburo member since 2021.
Tinubu, through his media aide Bayo Onanuga, welcomed Cuong’s promise to promote Vietnam as a trusted partner and responsible member of the international community. He reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Vietnam across various sectors, including:
- Trade: Enhancing economic cooperation and exchange
- Agriculture: Collaborating on food production and security
- Education: Fostering cultural and knowledge exchange
- Technology: Promoting innovative solutions and cooperation
Tinubu expressed hopes for Cuong’s successful leadership in serving the Vietnamese people and humanity ¹ ² ³ ⁴. This gesture underscores the enduring warmth and friendliness between Nigeria and Vietnam, rooted in their shared commitment to a more peaceful world.
