Vietnam - US accelerate negotiations on reciprocal trade agreement in Paris

(Dan Tri) - Vietnam and the US pledged to speed up technical negotiations to soon reach an agreement that is beneficial to both countries.

On June 4, in Paris (France), Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer held a ministerial-level negotiation session within the framework of the bilateral agreement on reciprocal trade between Vietnam and the US.

At the negotiation session, the two ministers focused on assessing the progress of implementing agreements after the second round of technical negotiations and discussing directions for the next round of technical negotiations.

Minister Nguyen Hong Dien announced the main points in Vietnam's response document to the additional issues raised by the US side. He affirmed Vietnam's determination and goodwill in seeking common ground with its US partner.

In response, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer appreciated Vietnam's constructive spirit, positive approach and handling of the issue in response to the proposals made by the US, and acknowledged the efforts and constructive spirit of the Vietnamese negotiating delegation.

US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, Head of the US negotiating delegation and Minister Nguyen Hong Dien (Photo: Ministry of Industry and Trade).

He emphasized the important role of Vietnam as a Comprehensive Strategic Partner of the United States. Therefore, reaching an agreement with Vietnam on reciprocal tax policy at this time is important not only for Vietnam but also for the United States.

The US Trade Representative also responded quite positively to issues of concern to Vietnam, and made proposals to resolve complicated issues during the negotiation process.

The two sides agreed to speed up the negotiation process, especially focusing maximum efforts to achieve the best results in the 3rd Round of Technical Negotiations.

The two Ministers also agreed to assign technical levels to enhance exchanges through online working sessions in content groups, in order to maximally resolve remaining technical issues, creating the best momentum for the 3rd Round of Technical Negotiations scheduled to be held in the first half of June.

The two Ministers pledged to continue close coordination and are ready to conduct more ministerial-level exchanges to promote the negotiation process towards results that are suitable for both sides.

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