Party General Secretary Trong said enhancing the Vietnam-France relationship matches the demand and interest of the two countries’ people, noting that Vietnam and France are the important partner of each other. He called on the French side to keep doors open for Vietnamese goods and French businesses to increase their investment in Vietnam. The same day, Emmanuel Macron held a grand banquet for the Vietnamese Party leader and the high-ranking delegation from Vietnam. Briefing about Vietnam’s situation and the outcomes of his talks and meetings with French leaders, General Secretary Trong said Vietnam-France relations have developed in an increasingly effective manner. General Secretary Trong welcomed his guest’s idea and wished the PCF to successfully organise its congress later this year.