The signing ceremony of a MoU at the forum (Photo: VNA)Addressing the Vietnam-Thailand Business Forum inBangkok, Xuan stressed that Thailand ranks ninth out of the 139 countries andterritories worldwide investing in Vietnam, and second in the Association ofSoutheast Asian Nations (ASEAN) after Singapore.
Thailand is also Vietnam’s biggest trade partner inASEAN, with two-way trade reaching 18.8 billion USD last year, up 18%year-on-year, she said, noting that the two sides are striving to raise thevalue to 25 billion USD by 2025.
Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan speaks at the forum. (Photo: VNA)Briefing the participants on Vietnam’s economy, Xuansaid the country prioritises projects using cutting-edge technologies, modernadministration and high added values, promotes sustainable export-import, andseeks to raise its position in the global value chain.
Vietnam always attaches importance to and wishes tofoster its enhanced strategic partnership with Thailand, the Vice Presidentemphasised.
In his remarks, Thai Deputy Prime Miniaster andForeign Minister Don Pramudwinai suggested the two countries promoteconnectivity in value chains, economic platforms and sustainable growthstrategies.
Thai Deputy Prime Miniaster and Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai speaks at the forum. (Photo: VNA)Sharing the Thai official’s views, Xuan said apartfrom connectivity in value chains and transport, and links between small- andmedium-sized enterprises, the two countries should enhance the friendshipbetween their peoples, and cultural ties.
On this occasion, the officials witnessed thesigning of a memorandum of understanding between Vietnamese and Thai firms.
Xuan is leading a delegation attend the GlobalSummit of Women 2022 (GSW 2022) in Bangkok under the theme “Women: CreatingOpportunities in the New Reality”./.
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