Speaking at the banquet in an atmosphere of warmth, mutual trust, and deep bonds between the two nations, Party General Secretary and State President To Lam warmly welcomed the King, the Queen, and the Royal delegation to Vietnam. He noted that the visit holds special significance for Vietnam-Thailand relations as it coincides with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties, serving as an important milestone in the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries.

To Lam congratulated the Thai people on the major achievements they have attained under the wise reign of the King and the pivotal role of the Royal Family in consolidating national unity, maintaining stability, developing the country, improving people's living standards, boosting sustainable agriculture, and promoting healthcare, education, and community development.

Emphasizing that Vietnam and Thailand are close friends sharing historical, cultural, and traditional similarities while bound together in a peaceful, dynamic, and prosperous Southeast Asia, the top Vietnamese leader highlighted the continuous growth of bilateral ties over the past half-century. From the initial steps of diplomatic relations, both sides have step-by-step built mutual trust, expanded cooperation, and elevated their ties to a Strategic Partnership in 2013 and a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2025.

A deeply cherished aspect is that Vietnam-Thailand friendship is built not only through cooperative documents and high-level visits, but is also forged and continuously nurtured by the close ties between the two nations’ people. Generations of the Vietnamese community in Thailand have become a natural bridge between the two nations.

General Secretary and State President To Lam expressed sincere thanks and gratitude to the King, the Royal Family, the Government, and the people of Thailand for consistently showing fine sentiments, care, and favorable conditions toward the Vietnamese community in Thailand, as well as toward the historical sites associated with President Ho Chi Minh and the landmarks of the Vietnamese community on Thai soil. These locations represent not only precious historical memories of a nation, but have also become enduring symbols of the cultural exchange, close bonds, and friendship between Vietnam and Thailand.

Affirming Vietnam's desire to work with Thailand toward a increasingly substantive relationship, where the success of one country creates developmental opportunities for the other,  the host leader expressed confidence that the younger generations will continue building upon the achievements of their predecessors to further strengthen bilateral friendship.

Built upon solid political trust and people-to-people bonds, and underscored by the profound significance of this royal visit, the Vietnam-Thailand Comprehensive Strategic Partnership will continue to grow deeper, more substantive, and more sustainable, serving the interests of both nations’ people and contributing to regional and global peace, stability, and prosperity.

Backed by solid political trust and people-to-people bonds, and underscored by the profound significance of this royal visit, the Vietnam-Thailand Comprehensive Strategic Partnership will continue to grow deeper, more substantive, and more sustainable, serving the interests of both peoples and contributing to regional and global peace, stability, and prosperity.

In his response speech, the King of Thailand expressed sincere and profound gratitude to the  Party General Secretary and State President, the Government, and the people of Vietnam for the exceptionally respectful and warm reception extended to the delegation during the state visit.
He expressed admiration for Vietnam's remarkable developmental strides and the enhancement of its people's quality of life, attributing these milestones to the resilient efforts and unwavering solidarity of the Vietnamese Government and people in building a brighter future for next generations.

Expressing delight that the two peoples have consistently maintained close ties and frequent exchanges, the King noted that this is viewed as as a vital foundation for bilateral relations and an factor enabling the friendship between the two nations to grow and flourish ever more strongly.

The King emphasized that this visit taking place right as the two countries mark 50 years of diplomatic ties, strongly affirms their close-knit relations and continuous cooperation across all fields, while consolidating bilateral ties as friendly neighbors, a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, and steadfast members of the international community.

Vietnam’s National Day celebrated in Thailand, Japan, Brazil

The 81st National Day anniversary of Vietnam (September 2, 1945–2026) has been celebrated with ceremonies held in Thailand, Japan, and Brazil.

Official welcome ceremony for King and Queen of Thailand on state visit to Vietnam

VOV.VN - General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President To Lam and his spouse hosted an official welcome ceremony on September 15, at the National Assembly House in Hanoi for King of Thailand Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua and the Queen on a state visit to Vietnam from September 14-16.

HCM City pledges to serve as active bridge in Vietnam-Thailand relations

VOV.VN - The Ho Chi Minh City the People's Committee on August 21 held a solemn ceremony to mark the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Thailand (August 6, 1976 -August 6, 2026).