Hungary and Vietnam Set to Expand Strategic Cooperation in Nuclear Energy

Hanoi, Vietnam – In a significant boost to international cooperation, Hungary and Vietnam have agreed to expand their strategic partnership into the realm of nuclear energy. During Wednesday’s talks in Hanoi, Hungary’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Péter Szijjártó, outlined plans to extend collaboration not only in nuclear energy but also in technology transfer and professional training.

Minister Szijjártó noted that many Vietnamese nuclear engineers had previously studied in Hungary—a trend that is expected to grow, with the number potentially reaching into the hundreds as Vietnam’s nuclear energy program develops. This initiative is set to enhance technological know-how and operational expertise for Vietnam, which is rapidly advancing its nuclear ambitions.

Vietnam carries out the same foreign policy strategy as Hungary: they are on the party of peace and thanks to their balanced strategy, they are doing well with some important figures in world politics.

This year we celebrate 75th registration of our diplomatic relations. its anniversary and the results of our cooperation on the ground of mutual respect are clear: Hungarian companies are increasing our market share in the fields of pharmaceutical, food and medical devices, and our cooperation in defense industry is expanding.

We had successful negotiations with my colleague, Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son, on further opportunities for bilateral cooperation.

Emphasizing the importance of deepening personal connections, Minister Szijjártó announced the opening of a new consulate in the Vietnamese port city of Haiphong. “Personal contacts are key to establishing mutually beneficial ties,” he remarked.

Beyond trade and technology, Hungary and Vietnam have expressed common ground in global diplomacy. Both nations, committed to the international peace camp, underscored the need for a swift and peaceful resolution to the war in Ukraine. After detailed discussions with his Vietnamese counterpart, Bui Thanh Son, Minister Szijjártó stressed that “there is no solution to the war in Ukraine on the battlefield” and reiterated that a peaceful resolution can only be achieved through sustained diplomatic negotiations.

Highlighting recent developments in international diplomacy, he mentioned promising outcomes from US-Russian talks, suggesting that these discussions bring peace efforts one step closer. “We have never been this close to establishing peace over the course of the past three years,” he stated, expressing cautious optimism and urging Brussels to support these initiatives rather than hinder them.

Both Hungary and Vietnam continue to advocate for global connectivity and cooperative engagement beyond narrow political blocs, signaling a unified commitment to peace and international dialogue.

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