VN attaches importance to expanding strategic ties with Japan

Deputy PM, FM Phạm Gia Khiêm (R) welcomes Japanese Deputy FM Yutaka Banno, Hà Nội, February 14, 2011 – Photo; VGP

The Deputy PM mentioned the statement at his reception to Japan’s Deputy FM Yutaka Banno on February 14 in Hà Nội.

The Vietnamese leader informed the guest about the latest outcomes of the 11^th National Party Congress, confirming that Việt Nam will continue pursuing the independent and self-reliant foreign policy.

Deputy PM Khiêm  spokes highly of the advancement of the bilateral strategic partnership, particularly after Japanese PM Naoto Kan's visit to Việt Nam in October last year.

He also appreciated Japanese Government’s pledges to provide Việt Nam with US $1.76 billion of ODA for the fiscal year of 2010, the record figure so far.

Mr. Yutaka Banno said Japan would like to strengthen the strategic ties with Việt Nam on the basis of mutual trust.

The two sides agreed to further exchange working visits of the high ranking officials and elevate the role of Việt Nam-Japan Cooperation Committee in implementing the bilateral agreements.

They also expected that cooperation between the two foreign ministries would be expanded in the time to come.

The same day, Mr. Yutaka Banno paid courtesy visits to Politburo member, Minister-Chairman of the Office of Government Nguyễn Xuân Phúc, and held talks with Deputy FM Hồ Xuân Sơn.

By Hải Minh