South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Vietnam Leader To Lam Tour Hanoi Citadel on State Visit
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Vietnam's top leader To Lam visited the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long in Hanoi on April 24, 2026, accompanied by their spouses. The outing followed a bilateral summit two days earlier and served as a gesture of reciprocity. The citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, blends architectural styles from China, Vietnam and France.
koreaherald.comSouth Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Vietnam's top leader To Lam visited the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long in Hanoi on April 24, 2026, as part of a program to strengthen ties between the two nations. The leaders, accompanied by their spouses, toured the site and posed for photos, Yonhap reported. They also spoke while watching a traditional performance at the citadel.
The Imperial Citadel of Thang Long was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010. It features a blend of architectural styles from China, Vietnam and France. The citadel served as Vietnam's political center for centuries.
The visit occurred two days after President Lee Jae Myung and To Lam held a bilateral summit on April 22, 2026. That summit marked the first meeting between the two leaders since To Lam visited Seoul in August 2025. To Lam's trip to South Korea took place in August 2025.
The program at the citadel was arranged as a gesture of reciprocity for President Lee Jae Myung's hospitality during To Lam's visit to South Korea. Lee Kyu-yeon, the presidential secretary for public relations, stated that the program was arranged in the hope of deepening friendship and building rapport between the two leaders. President Lee Jae Myung is on a six-day state visit to Vietnam.
The trip also included a visit to India and will wrap up on April 24, 2026, before he returns home.
Key Facts
Story Timeline
5 events- 2026-04-24
President Lee Jae Myung and To Lam visited the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long in Hanoi, accompanied by their spouses.
1 sourceYonhap - 2026-04-22
President Lee Jae Myung and To Lam held a bilateral summit, their first meeting since August 2025.
1 sourceYonhap - 2025-08
To Lam visited Seoul, hosted by President Lee Jae Myung.
1 sourceYonhap - 2010
The Imperial Citadel of Thang Long was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
1 sourceYonhap - Centuries ago
The Imperial Citadel of Thang Long served as Vietnam's political center for centuries.
1 sourceYonhap
Potential Impact
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Potential strengthening of South Korea-Vietnam diplomatic ties through cultural exchanges.
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Increased cooperation in areas like energy and infrastructure, as referenced in related discussions.
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Enhanced bilateral rapport leading to future summits or agreements.
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Promotion of cultural heritage sites boosting tourism or international recognition.
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