Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son met with the US Secretary of State to discuss promoting economic cooperation.

At the meeting, both sides expressed their joy that the meeting took place on the occasion of Vietnam and the US celebrating 30 years of establishing diplomatic relations.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son met bilaterally with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the sidelines of the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM-58).

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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son and Secretary of State Marco Rubio reviewed the progress in bilateral relations, affirming that bilateral relations have achieved remarkable progress in many fields over the past 30 years, and the framework of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership is increasingly substantive and effective.

The two sides also discussed measures to further deepen bilateral relations, including promoting visits and contacts at all levels, especially high-level ones; implementing high-level agreements and effectively implementing existing bilateral cooperation mechanisms; and agreed to actively coordinate in organizing activities to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

Affirming that economy continues to be an important driving force of bilateral relations, the two sides agreed to build balanced, stable, harmonious and sustainable economic, trade and investment cooperation, and resolve difficulties for the common interests of the two countries.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister Bui Thanh Son asked the US to support Vietnam in its efforts to promote innovation, digital transformation, develop high-tech supply chains, and train high-quality human resources; and appreciated the US's goodwill and coordination in supporting projects to overcome war consequences in Vietnam.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio affirmed that the US values its relationship with Vietnam and wishes to continue promoting cooperation with Vietnam in many fields, work together to resolve remaining issues, and continue to support Vietnam in overcoming the consequences of war, considering this a testament to trust and a symbol of the development of the relationship.

Overview of the meeting

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The two sides also discussed regional and international issues of mutual concern. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister Bui Thanh Son asked the US to continue playing an active role in contributing to maintaining peace, stability, cooperation and development in the region.

The US Secretary of State affirmed that the US supports ASEAN's central role and continues to promote cooperation within the framework of the ASEAN-US Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

The two sides also discussed the East Sea issue and agreed on the importance of peace, security, stability, freedom of navigation and aviation in the East Sea, and the settlement of disputes through peaceful measures in accordance with international law, including the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).