We propose that the OIF promote economic cooperation between Vietnam and Francophone countries.

On the morning of December 10th, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs headquarters, Deputy Minister Dang Hoang Giang received Mr. Edgard Doerig, Representative of the Asia-Pacific Regional Office of the International Organization of Francophonie (OIF), who paid a farewell visit upon the completion of his term of service.

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Dang Hoang Giang received Mr. Edgard Doerig, Representative of the Asia -Pacific Regional Office of the OIF, on December 10. (Photo: Quang Hoa)

During the meeting, Deputy Minister Dang Hoang Giang congratulated Mr. Edgar Doerig on successfully completing his term as the OIF Representative in the Asia- Pacific region, making positive contributions to promoting relations between the OIF and Vietnam, as well as strengthening the voice and image of the Francophone community in the Asia-Pacific region.

The Deputy Minister acknowledged and highly appreciated the contributions of Mr. Edgar Doerig personally, as well as the OIF Office, in promoting and implementing Francophone cooperation activities in Vietnam, especially in the areas of promoting and teaching French, fostering economic and trade cooperation between Vietnam and Francophone countries, supporting the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals, promoting entrepreneurship, and creating jobs for young people…

Deputy Minister Dang Hoang Giang affirmed that Vietnam values ​​cooperation with the Francophone community and always supports the efforts of the OIF to contribute to peace, solidarity, cooperation and mutual development.

The Deputy Minister emphasized that Vietnam is ready to cooperate closely with Cambodia and the OIF in successfully organizing the 20th Francophone Summit in Siam Reap in November 2026. The Deputy Minister also requested the OIF to continue prioritizing support for teaching and promoting the French language in Vietnam, and to foster economic cooperation among Francophone countries.

The Deputy Minister acknowledged and highly appreciated the contributions of Mr. Edgar Doerig personally, as well as the OIF Office, in promoting and implementing Francophone cooperation activities in Vietnam. (Photo: Quang Hoa)

For his part, Mr. Edgar Doerig expressed his appreciation for the active cooperation of the Government, agencies, ministries, and Francophone partners in Vietnam during the performance of his duties.

Expressing satisfaction with the results of OIF's activities in Vietnam and the Asia-Pacific region in recent times, Mr. Edgar Doerig affirmed that OIF will continue to work alongside Vietnam and other Francophone members in the region to promote the teaching and use of French, cultural cooperation, economic and trade cooperation, and sustainable development. He particularly emphasized the need to implement sustainable tourism projects and organize Francophone business delegations.

Mr. Edgar Doerig expressed his confidence that Vietnam will continue to play an important role as a member of the Francophone community, making positive contributions to the success of the 20th Francophone Summit in Cambodia, and helping to promote the image of the Francophone community in the region.

Source: https://baoquocte.vn/de-nghi-oif-thuc-day-hop-tac-kinh-te-giua-viet-nam-voi-cac-nuoc-phap-ngu-337298.html