US Secretary of State John Kerry is to visit Vietnam as part of his fourth Asian tour

(VOVworld) – US Secretary of State John Kerry will visit Vietnam during his fourth Asian tour on Wednesday. State Department spokesperson Jen Psaki announced at a press briefing in Washington DC on Monday that Kerry’s visit to Vietnam will highlight the dramatic transformation of Vietnam’s bilateral relationship with the US over the years and the growing partnership in many areas.

In Hanoi, Kerry will meet with senior Vietnamese leaders to advance the comprehensive partnership announced by President Barack Obama and President Truong Tan Sang in July 2013. The Secretary will also discuss a wide range of bilateral and regional issues.

In Ho Chi Minh City, Kerry’s meetings will be focused on the growth of bilateral trade ties and the empowering role of education. He will travel to the Mekong Delta where he will emphasize how Americans and Vietnamese can work together on critical issues such as climate change and renewable energy.