Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh meets with General Secretary and President of China Xi Jinping. Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac

At the meeting, PM Chinh said Vietnam always considers the development of ties with China an objective requirement, a strategic choice, and a top priority in its foreign policy. Vietnam stays ready to work with China and other countries to uphold multilateralism, promote sustainable development, and contribute to addressing major global and regional issues, he added.

The Prime Minister proposed that China expand the import of high-quality agricultural products from Vietnam; support Vietnam in technology transfer, institution building, infrastructure, especially in technology services and e-commerce; and develop artificial intelligence (AI) in education, health, transportation, and agriculture. He said he hopes that the two sides would strengthen comprehensive energy cooperation, including clean energy and electricity trading.

View of the meeting. Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac

The top Chinese leader underlined the promotion of strategic exchanges at high and all levels; substantive cooperation to achieve many specific results; development strategies and transport infrastructure; and construction of smart border gates and cross-border economic cooperation zones.

General Secretary and President Xi expressed his wish to see well-organised activities marking the 75th founding anniversary of China-Vietnam diplomatic ties and ‘red journey’ study and exchange program in China for Vietnamese young people.

The two sides also had candid discussions on maritime issues and agreed to seriously implement common perceptions of the top leaders of the two countries on the better control and settlement of differences, and the building and maintenance of an environment of peace, cooperation and development in the region.