Vietnam and Russia are strengthening their strategic partnership, increasing trade to over US$6 billion, with Russian companies operating in Vietnam.

The entities involved

• Vietnam →

  country in Southeast Asia

  • Vietnam approved a development plan for financial centers, focusing on capital markets and financial technology.06:23
  • A forum was held in Ho Chi Minh City to promote the development and growth of Vietnam's capital market.06:23
• Vladimir Putin →

  2nd and 4th President of Russia (2000-2008, 2012-present), 7th and 11th Prime Minister of Russia (1999-2000, 2008-2012), Director of the Federal Security Service (1998-1999) and Deputy Mayor of Saint Petersburg (1994-1996)

  • Li Qiang met with Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg, reaffirming close coordination between China and Russia.07:16
  • Putin called for reforms in the IMF and World Bank while Russia sought closer economic cooperation with African leaders.05:42

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