US Ambassador to Vietnam Daniel Kritenbrink (Photo: VOV)

At a press briefing in Hanoi on Wednesday to review his term in Vietnam, Kritenbrink told reporters that Vietnam is one of the US’s key partners, adding that both countries are working vigorously to develop their ties. He praised Vietnam’s contributions to resolving regional and global issues.         

Vietnam is a key player in the US’s Indo-Pacific strategy. Their long fruitful relationship, built on trust and mutual respect, will flourish in the new period, said Kritenbrink. He said US leaders are looking forward to close cooperation with Vietnam’s new leaders.