In a bid to fortify their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, Vietnam and France have pledged to enhance collaboration across various sectors including diplomacy, trade, defense, energy, technology, and infrastructure. This commitment was underscored during recent discussions in Hanoi, where both nations evaluated the progress of their bilateral relations and agreed to expedite the execution of their partnership action plan.
Vietnam emphasized the need for intensified cooperation in key areas such as defense, cybersecurity, nuclear energy, science and technology, and significant infrastructure projects. The country also appealed to France to accelerate the ratification process of the EU–Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA) and to continue advocating for the lifting of the European Union’s “yellow card” on Vietnamese seafood exports, which has been a point of contention affecting trade.
France, on its part, recognized Vietnam as a pivotal strategic partner within the Asia-Pacific region. The French government expressed a keen interest in expanding cooperation in sectors such as nuclear energy, rare earths, satellite technology, transportation infrastructure, healthcare, and cultural exchanges. This acknowledgment highlights France’s strategic intentions to deepen its engagement in the region through Vietnam.
Both countries have committed to enhancing coordination on a range of regional and global issues, demonstrating a shared interest in promoting multilateralism, dialogue, and sustainable development. This partnership aims to address broader geopolitical challenges while fostering a stable, cooperative international environment.