The President of the National Assembly of Côte d’Ivoire, Patrick Achi, touched down in Hà Nội on August 23 for an official four-day visit, responding to an invitation from Trần Thanh Mẫn, the Vietnamese National Assembly President. Achi’s visit comes in the wake of the 50th anniversary of Vietnam and Côte d’Ivoire’s diplomatic relations, celebrated in October 2025.
During his stay from August 23 to 26, Achi is scheduled to engage with senior Vietnamese officials, including Vietnamese Party General Secretary and President Tô Lâm. He will also hold discussions with his Vietnamese counterpart, National Assembly President Trần Thanh Mẫn. The agenda is set to revolve around enhancing parliamentary cooperation and boosting economic and trade relations between Vietnam and Côte d’Ivoire.
The visit underscores a mutual interest in strengthening bilateral ties and exchanging legislative experiences. Vietnamese officials have highlighted this visit as a significant step towards deepening the collaborative relationship between the two nations. The visit also marks the second time in three years that a head of Côte d’Ivoire’s legislature has visited Vietnam, reflecting the ongoing commitment to fostering closer connections.
This visit is seen as a pivotal moment for both countries as they seek to explore new avenues for partnership and development. The discussions between Achi and Vietnamese leaders are expected to pave the way for future cooperation, building on the existing foundation of friendship and mutual respect established over the past five decades.