Abu Dhabi – His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the UAE, welcomed Vice President of Vietnam Vo Thi Anh Xuan to Qasr Al Watan on Thursday to discuss bilateral relations and explore opportunities for further cooperation between the two nations.
The Vietnamese Vice President, who is on an official visit to the UAE, was warmly greeted by His Highness, who expressed his hope that the meeting would contribute to advancing ties between the UAE and Vietnam. He also extended his congratulations and greetings to Vo Van Thuong on his recent election as President of Vietnam.
During the meeting, His Highness and the Vietnamese Vice President reviewed various areas of cooperation between the UAE and Vietnam and discussed ways to develop them further, particularly in joint investment, economic development, renewable energy, food security, and other aspects that enhance both countries’ sustainable development efforts.
They also discussed the upcoming COP28 climate conference, which will be hosted by the UAE later this year. His Highness expressed his hope that Vietnam would participate effectively in joint international efforts to address the impact of climate change.
His Highness remarked that UAE-Vietnam relations have been growing continuously since their establishment in 1993 and welcomed the signing of a Joint Declaration of Intent to launch talks aimed at establishing a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement that will further boost relations between the two countries.
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— WAM English (@WAMNEWS_ENG) May 3, 2023He also expressed his appreciation to Vietnam for its support for the UAE becoming a partner in the dialogue of the Association of South-East Asian Nations (ASEAN), stressing the UAE’s commitment to continue implementing the joint action plan between the UAE and ASEAN.
The Vietnamese Vice President expressed her appreciation for the warm welcome she had received and stressed that Vietnam is keen to strengthen relations with the UAE in various fields to advance both countries’ development efforts.
She noted that this visit coincides with the 30th anniversary of the establishment of relations between the two countries and expressed her confidence that there are many opportunities to further strengthen and develop these ties.
Vo Thi Anh Xuan praised the comprehensive progress achieved by the UAE while preserving its identity, culture, and traditions, noting that this experience is a model for countries seeking future development.
She also delivered an invitation from the Vietnamese President for His Highness Sheikh Mohamed to visit Vietnam, stressing that the exchange of visits between delegations in the two countries will contribute to creating new cooperation opportunities.
Upon her arrival at Qasr Al Watan, the Vietnamese Vice President was welcomed by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of the Presidential Court. An official reception ceremony included a guard of honor, a performance of the Vietnamese national anthem, and a 21-gun artillery salute.
