Meeting with the Vietnamese diplomat on the sidelines of the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting and related meetings, Rubio emphasised the US commitment to continuing support for Vietnam’s war legacy remediation efforts, viewing it as a symbol of mutual trust and progress in bilateral ties.

Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister Bui Thanh Son called on the US to support Vietnam in boosting innovation, digital transformation, developing high-tech supply chains, and training high-quality human resources. He also appreciated the US’s goodwill and cooperation in assisting war legacy projects in Vietnam.

Both sides expressed their delight that the meeting took place on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the normalisation of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and the United States.

Reviewing the progress in bilateral ties, they affirmed that the relationship has made remarkable strides across various fields over the past three decades, with the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership framework becoming increasingly substantive and effective.

The two sides agreed to increase high-level visit exchanges, effectively implement existing cooperation mechanisms, and coordinate commemorative activities for the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations.

Both parties agreed that economic cooperation remains a key pillar of the bilateral relationship. They committed to working toward a balanced, stable, harmonious, and sustainable economic, trade, and investment partnership, while jointly addressing obstacles in a way that serves the mutual interests of both countries.

The two diplomats also exchanged views on regional and international issues of mutual concern. Son urged the US to maintain a constructive role in promoting peace, stability, cooperation, and development in the region.

Rubio reiterated the US support for ASEAN’s centrality and expressed a desire to strengthen cooperation under the ASEAN–US Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Regarding the East Sea, known internationally as South China Sea, both sides underscored the importance of peace, security, stability, and freedom of navigation and overflight, and agreed that disputes should be resolved peacefully and in accordance with international law, particularly the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).

US Secretary Rubio praises 30-year journey of Vietnam - US relations

VOV.VN - US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on July 11 (local time) posted a message on social media platform X, acknowledging a remarkable transformation in US – Vietnam relations over the past three decades.