Congratulatory letter from President of the Russian Federation V. Putin reads:

Dear Comrade To Lam!

I would like to warmly congratulate you on your election as General Secretary of the Central Executive Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam.

The results of the Central Executive Committee Conference of the Communist Party of Vietnam have fully affirmed the high political prestige of Comrade, demonstrated his contributions in ensuring socio-economic development and enhancing the country's position in the international arena.

We highly appreciate your efforts to strengthen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between our two countries. I hope that there will be continued constructive dialogue and joint coordination on pressing issues on the bilateral and international agenda. This will certainly meet the core interests of the friendly peoples of Russia and Vietnam, contributing to firmly strengthening security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region.

I wish you success in your Party and State activities, good health and prosperity.

Best regards.