AAP quoted Prime Minister Anthony Albanese as saying ahead of the visit that he looked forward to welcoming General Secretary and President Lam and discussing ways to further strengthen bilateral cooperation. Vietnam has emerged as a major market for Australian coal, iron ore and aluminium, while also being an important source of international students. The Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI) said the visit takes place against the backdrop of an increasingly mature and solid partnership. Vietnam has risen into Australia’s top 10 trading partners, while Australia remains an important economic partner for Vietnam. Australian media also paid close attention to Vietnam’s strategic outlook on international affairs.