PM receives Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of Hong Kong

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc receivs Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of Hong Kong (China) Yau Tang-wah,  Ha Noi on March 22, 2018

At the the reception, Mr. Yau Tang-wah said he was impressed at Viet Nam’s economic growth as well as its achievements in international integration and strong development of Viet Nam-China relations.

He said his ongoing visit to Viet Nam is accompanied by a large number of Hong Kong firms who are seeking investment opportunities in the country, thus lifting bilateral trade ties to a new height.

Hong Kong wants to become a reliable partner of Viet Nam, Yau said, adding that Hong Kong can provide Viet Nam with professional services in the fields of finance, law, insurance and accounting.

In turn, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan said Viet Nam expects strong growth of two-way trade with Hong Kong in the coming time based on potential of bilateral relations.

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Lauding progress in political, economic, trade and investment ties, the PM suggested Hong Kong support Viet Nam in developing bilateral trade and send experts to assist Viet Nam since Hong Kong is a financial centre in the region and the world.

He said Viet Nam has been focusing on developing transport, health and education infrastructure, and Hong Kong enterprises may take part in projects in these fields.

The PM affirmed that Viet Nam is striving to improve its investment environment and to create optimal conditions for foreign investors, including those from Hong Kong, to successfully do business in the country.

Mr. Phuc said relevant agencies of Viet Nam and Hong Kong need to put forth measures and action plans to further boost bilateral cooperative relations, adding that free trade agreements are opening up more cooperation opportunities for both sides.

                                                                                                                       By Vien Nhu