Rajnath Singh laid a wreath at the mausoleum during his official visit to Vietnam aimed at strengthening bilateral defence and strategic ties between the two countries.

The defence minister was received by the Commander of the 969th Regiment before the wreath-laying ceremony at the mausoleum complex.

In a post on social media platform X, Rajnath Singh said, "His vision, leadership and enduring commitment to national liberation and global solidarity continue to inspire generations. India-Vietnam friendship remains rooted in shared values and mutual respect."

The defence minister is in Vietnam for bilateral meetings and discussions focused on enhancing defence cooperation and regional security engagement between India and Vietnam.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived in Hanoi on Monday, kicking off the Vietnam leg of his two-nation tour aimed at deepening India's strategic and defence partnerships across the Indo-Pacific.