Vietnam’s Leader Makes Rare Visit to North Korea to Bolster Ties

Vietnam's Communist Party chief, To Lam, is set to embark on a three-day state visit to North Korea, marking the first trip by the country's most powerful leader to Pyongyang in nearly two decades. The visit aims to bolster the ties between the two communist nations. The trip comes at a time when North Korea has been facing international sanctions over its nuclear program. Vietnam, a close ally of the United States, has maintained relatively good relations with both North Korea and the United States, making it well-positioned to facilitate diplomatic engagement. The details of the discussions between the two leaders have not been disclosed, but the visit is expected to focus on strengthening economic and political cooperation between the two countries. The visit also highlights the continuing efforts of Vietnam to navigate its foreign policy between major powers, including the United States, China, and North Korea.