Illustrative image (Source: binhphuocittpc.gov.vn)Talking to The Nikkei and some news outlets ahead of his official visit toJapan from June 4-8, the Prime Minister stressed Vietnam’s desire to build a closerrelationship with Japan, especially in economic links, towards doubling investmentsand trade turnover between the two nations in 2020.
In an article published on June 3, The Nikkei quoted Prime Minister Nguyen XuanPhuc as saying that the Trans-pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement is crucialto connecting and developing the economies in the Asia-Pacific region.
The PM believed in the possibility of implementing the TPP with 11 members asthe US withdrew from the deal. He praised Japan's efforts in seeking a solutionto the matter.
According to Jiji news agency, PM Phuc affirmed Vietnam’s commitment to maintainingclose cooperation with TPP member nations, with Japan being a priority.
Vietnam valued the Japanese government’s efforts in accelerating to put thepact into effect, he said.
PM Phuc hoped for Japanese investment in digitalisation and other fields thatcould boost economic productivity. The leader said he also was banking onJapanese expertise in smart city development and applying informationtechnology to agriculture, factories and travel.
Meanwhile, NHK television said on its website on June 3 that PM Phuc applauded countriesworldwide, including Japan, for their responsibility and contributions to ensuringsecurity, navigation safety and freedom in the East Sea.
The Vietnamese Government leader reaffirmed Vietnam’s stance of settling East Sea-related issues by peaceful means, according to the Jijinews agency.
Duringhis five-day trip to Japan, PM Phuc is scheduled to meet Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko, and hold talks with his Japanese counterpart, ShinzoAbe.-VNA
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