Hanoi, Sept. 12 -- Modi warmly welcomed the Vietnamese Prime Minister on his visit to India, emphasizing that Viet Nam's participation in the 18th BRICS Summit helps elevate the stature of the summit.

Le, for his part, highly appreciated Modi's initiative to establish the Voice of Global South Forum, affirming Viet Nam's readiness to work with India in contributing to BRICS initiatives in 2026, particularly in the areas of innovation, digital transformation, clean energy, sustainable development, and other fields.

Amid changes and uncertainties in the regional and global situation, Viet Nam and India elevated ties to an Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during the visit of General Secretary and President To Lam in May, reflec...