Singh toured the Hong Ha Shipyard and met Major General Pham Thanh Khiet, Deputy Director and Chief of Staff of Vietnam’s General Department of Defence Intelligence. Both sides explored initiatives to enhance joint shipbuilding and technology exchange. Singh highlighted India’s defence capabilities under the ‘Make in India – Make for the World’ vision.

He also planted a Bodhi tree sapling at the historic Phap Van Pagoda alongside Thich Thanh Nhieu, Vice President of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha, reflecting cultural and spiritual ties between the two nations.

Additionally, Singh and Vietnam’s Sr Lt Gen Phung Si Tan inaugurated the sixth India–Vietnam Army Exercise VINBAX 2025, aimed at improving interoperability in UN peacekeeping missions. Both nations signed agreements on submarine search and rescue and defence industry cooperation, reaffirming their strong strategic partnership.

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According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the visit aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation. During her stay, President Murmu will hold talks with President Lourenço and attend Angola’s 50th Independence Day celebrations on November 11. This is the first visit by an Indian head of state to Angola, underscoring the growing India-Africa partnership.

MEA Secretary Sudhakar Dalela said India supported Angola’s freedom struggle and continues to expand cooperation across key sectors. He noted that President Lourenço’s earlier visit to India opened new avenues in trade, energy, and defence.

President Murmu will also address the Angolan Parliament and meet members of the Indian community. After completing her engagements in Angola, she will travel to Botswana from November 11 to 13 to further strengthen bilateral ties with that nation.

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