Vietnam supports the EU and ASEAN increasing their cooperation in all areas, Hang said, noting that the finalization of negotiations on the EU-Vietnam free trade agreement (EVFTA) marked an important milestone bringing the bilateral ties to a higher level.

He also reiterated the Party’s and State’s unwavering policy of attaching importance to the relations with the EU, hoping that the two sides maintain close coordination at regional and international forums.

Ambassador Pardo in turn praised Vietnam’s achievements in socio-economic development and its important role in ASEAN.

He said he hopes Vietnam will continue promoting relations between the EU and ASEAN.