(VOVWORLD) - Visiting Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc and Hong Kong (China) Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu on Friday agreed to continue effectively implementing the common perception reached by senior leaders of Vietnam and China, as well as outcomes of high-level visits between Vietnam and Hong Kong.
 Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc (L) meets Hong Kong (China) Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu, December 19, 2025. (Photo:VNA) |
They identified priorities including stronger delegation exchanges, promote cooperation frameworks, and expanded collaboration in trade, investment, and finance.
Hong Kong expressed its readiness to share experience in financial and monetary policy management, particularly in developing and operating a gold trading exchange.
Both sides also agreed to promote strategic connectivity, encourage Hong Kong enterprises to invest in large-scale infrastructure projects in Vietnam, and expand cooperation in innovation, the digital economy, the green and circular economy, and energy transition.
They further pledged to strengthen links between the two stock markets and support Vietnamese enterprises seeking listings in Hong Kong.
During his working visit, Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc also met with Jonathan Choi, Chairman of Sunwah Group and VinaCapital.