National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man (R) shakes hands with President of the International Friendship Exchange Council (FEC) of Japan Matsuzawa Ken (Photo: VOV)

He expressed his hope that the council and Matsuzawa personally will continue to foster the relationship between the two countries in the coming time, especially by strengthening economic and investment links in traditional sectors and expanding to new areas such as semiconductors, digital transformation, and green transition in Vietnam.

Matsuzawa spoke highly of Vietnam's role and position in politics, economics, and diplomacy in the region and the international arena.

He said that the council will send an economic survey delegation comprising its member enterprises operating in information technology (IT), economy, and energy, to Vietnam in March 2025. He expressed hope that this mission will help deepen cooperation between the two countries.