Mr. Binh receives Canadian Ambassador to Vietnam Ping Kitnikone (Photo: VNA)

He affirmed the Communist Party of Vietnam’s consistent policy of developing a socialist-oriented market economy and highlighted Vietnam’s determination to continue reforming policies to attract investments by creating a more favourable environment for investors. The Canadian ambassador vowed to continue promoting partnership between the two countries in trade and investment to increase two-way trade. Canada will also continue providing ODA to Vietnam for climate change mitigation and food safety, she added.

Mr. Binh receives French Ambassador to Vietnam Bertrand Lortholary (Photo: VNA)

At a meeting with French Ambassador to Vietnam Bertrand Lortholary the same day, Binh said Vietnam treasures its ties with France. He said he believes the partnership will continue to strengthen, especially in trade and investment. Mr. Lortholary said that France will continue fostering its partnership with Vietnam in agriculture, infrastructure building, the environment, health care, aviation, and banking.