The minister proposed the two sides intensify high-level exchanges and fully implement existing cooperation mechanisms. Borrell affirmed Việt Nam's importance as an EU partner in the region, pledging to expedite the completion of EVIPA ratification, thus creating favourable conditions to attract European investment flowing into Việt Nam. The Vietnamese FM proposed that Poland promptly ratify EVIPA in 2024, support the EC’s lifting of the yellow card imposed on Việt Nam, and enhance collaboration with Việt Nam in education and cultural exchange. The Vietnamese minister proposed promoting the signing of cooperation agreements on maritime transport, labour, and double taxation avoidance and expanding collaboration to new areas, including digital transformation and green growth. He proposed the European nation support Việt Nam in tackling the IUU yellow card issue and developing sustainable fisheries.

Source: Viet Nam News February 04, 2024 17:20 UTC