Accompanying President Sulyok Tamás were Tibor Baloghdi, Hungarian Ambassador to Vietnam; Timár István Szilveszter, Head of the Presidential Office; Windisch István, Chief of Staff to the President; Király András László, Chief Advisor; and Kereszty Gabriella, Deputy Director of the Foreign Affairs Department.

After transferring from the airport to the Metropole Hotel, President Sulyok Tamás and the First Lady wasted no time immersing themselves in the capital’s charm, enjoying a relaxing evening stroll through some of Hanoi’s most historic and scenic locations.

In cool weather and a light drizzle, the President and First Lady, dressed casually and wearing sneakers, walked along Ly Thai To, Le Phung Hieu, Ngo Quyen, Le Thach, Dinh Tien Hoang, and Trang Tien streets.

At each stop, the Hungarian leader lingered to admire the surroundings and learn about Vietnam’s heritage sites. Notable landmarks on their walk included the statue of King Ly Thai To, the legendary Turtle Tower in Hoan Kiem Lake, and the Hoa Phong Tower.

Some Vietnamese citizens recognized the distinguished visitors and waved to them. The President and First Lady responded with warm, friendly waves.

Hanoi, with its millennium-old history, is known as the capital of heritage and peace. Its city center, especially Hoan Kiem district, is home to countless cultural treasures and is a popular destination for both tourists and visiting dignitaries.

On May 28, President Sulyok Tamás participated in the official welcome ceremony and hold high-level meetings with key Vietnamese leaders. He also attended important cultural and people-to-people exchange events.

This visit takes place as Vietnam and Hungary commemorate 75 years of diplomatic relations (February 3, 1950 - February 3, 2025), marking a major milestone and opening a new chapter of cooperation in their comprehensive partnership.

Beyond its diplomatic symbolism, this visit aims to promote substantive cooperation across various sectors. The longstanding Vietnam-Hungary relationship is rooted in mutual respect, shared history, and a spirit of partnership. Hungary has consistently supported Vietnam, and the two nations continue to be important allies.

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