Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son meets with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio

Phó Thủ tướng, Bộ trưởng Ngoại giao Bùi Thanh Sơn gặp Ngoại trưởng Hoa Kỳ Marco Rubio

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) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

At the meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, both sides expressed their delight that the meeting took place on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and the United States. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister Bui Thanh Son and Secretary of State Marco Rubio reviewed the progress in bilateral relations, affirming that bilateral relations have made remarkable progress in many areas over the past 30 years, and the framework of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership has become increasingly substantive and effective.

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

At the reception, Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed his impression of Vietnam's socio -economic development achievements and wished to strengthen coordination with Vietnam in effectively implementing priority cooperation areas within the framework of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

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 United States 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 goodwill and coordination of the United States in supporting projects to overcome the consequences of war in Vietnam.

Secretary of State Rubio affirmed that he values the relationship with Vietnam, wishes to continue promoting cooperation with Vietnam in many fields, coordinate to resolve remaining issues, 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.

The two sides also discussed regional and international issues of mutual concern. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister Bui Thanh Son suggested that the United States continue to play an active role in contributing to maintaining peace, stability, cooperation and development in the region. The US Secretary of State affirmed that the United States 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).

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