Kazan: Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with Kudryashov Sergei Ivanovich, General Director of Russia’s Zarubezhneft oil and gas company, while attending the expanded BRICS Summit in Kazan. The meeting took place on October 23, amid discussions on energy cooperation and economic collaboration between Vietnam and Russia.
According to Vietnam News Agency, the discussions were part of Prime Minister Chinh’s broader agenda focused on strengthening bilateral ties with Russia, particularly in the energy sector. Zarubezhneft, a prominent player in the oil and gas industry, has been involved in several joint ventures with Vietnamese entities, contributing to the development of Vietnam’s energy infrastructure.
The meeting underscored the importance of continued collaboration in the energy field, which remains a cornerstone of the relationship between the two nations. Both parties expressed a commitment to exploring new opportunities for cooperation, emphasizing mutual benefits and the potential for increased invest
ment in the future.