A high-ranking delegation from the Communist Party of Vietnam, led by Nguyen Xuan Thang, President of the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics and Member of the 15th National Assembly, visited the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) headquarters in New Delhi on Monday. According to a press release, Thang and his team were warmly welcomed by BJP’s National General Secretary Tarun Chugh upon arrival.

In a post on X, the BJP’s Foreign Affairs Department shared, “A delegation from Communist Party Of Vietnam headed by HE Mr Nguyen Xuan Thang visited BJP HQ. Discussions with @tarunchughbjp focused on party structure, ideology, & grassroots implementation of Modi govt schemes, strengthening CPV-BJP ties & future collaboration.”

Tarun Chugh, also posting on X, highlighted the longstanding India-Vietnam friendship based on shared history and emphasized a commitment to strengthening this partnership for inclusive growth and regional cooperation under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. “I was delighted to welcome Prof Dr Nguyen Xuan Thang, President of the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics and Member of the 15th National Assembly, and the Vietnamese delegation to BJP headquarters today. The bond between India and Vietnam is deep, rooted in shared history and a vision for progress. Under PM @NarendraModi Ji’s visionary leadership, we are committed to strengthening this partnership for the benefit of both our nations, with a focus on inclusive growth and regional cooperation,” Chugh said.

Addressing the delegation, Chugh spoke about the BJP’s heritage, noting, “every brick of this party is filled with our ancestors’ patience, faith, and extreme hard work, making this office akin to a temple for us.” He recounted the BJP’s roots, spanning over 75 years, and its role in India’s independence movement.

Chugh explained the party’s guiding principles: “Our party works on the principle of ‘Nation First, Party Second, Self Last.’ Our mission is to continuously work with a focus on Antyodaya—reaching out to the individual at the last mile. With this commitment, our Prime Minister and the BJP are driven by the core values of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, aur Sabka Prayas.” He emphasized that this ethos drives the BJP’s dedication to inclusive growth and service for all citizens.

The release noted Chugh’s mention of the enduring friendship between India and Vietnam, underpinned by shared cultural and bilateral ties, as well as India’s support for Vietnam’s semiconductor sector. Chugh also detailed the BJP’s organizational structure, the success of the ‘NaMo App,’ and the popularity of the Prime Minister’s ‘Mann Ki Baat,’ both of which have enhanced nationwide outreach. He noted the BJP’s record-breaking membership drive, with over 20 million active members and an additional 108 million members joining, making it the largest membership initiative globally for any political party.

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Chugh highlighted the Act East Policy spearheaded by Prime Minister Modi, which aims to strengthen India’s economic and strategic relations with Southeast Asian nations, particularly Vietnam.

Expressing gratitude, Nguyen Xuan Thang acknowledged the warm hospitality and appreciated the strengthening India-Vietnam relationship, which he noted has flourished under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership. He highlighted the significance of this visit in fostering mutual understanding and cooperation between the two nations, the release added.

The visit reaffirms India and Vietnam’s commitment to enhancing their historical bonds, promoting shared values, and building a strong foundation for future collaboration, it concluded.

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