Lê Dũng, Spokesman of the VN Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Mr. Lê Dũng stated that over the past time, frank and open talks on matters of mutual concern, including religious affairs, have helped to deepen the two countries’ understanding.
On the same day, answering members of the press's question regarding the US House of Representatives yet to give Vietnam the Permanent Normal Trade Relation (PNTR) status, the Spokesman said "The fact that the US House of Representatives has yet to pass the PTNR for Vietnam is regrettable and against the interests and aspirations of the two countries, particularly the American business. We are hopeful that the House will soon put it through in contribution to boosting bilateral relations."
By Quang Vinh
(Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs)