New Zealand speaks highly of VN ratification of CPTPP

VGP – New Zealand’s Deputy PM, FM Winston Raymond Peters told Vietnamese counterpart Pham Binh Minh that his country welcomed and spoke highly of Viet Nam’s recent ratification of the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).

November 19, 2018 8:02 AM GMT+7

Deputy PM, FM Pham Binh Minh and New Zealand counterpart Winston Raymond Peters meet on sidelines of the 26th APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Papua New Guinea on November 18, 2018. Photo: VGP

The approval reflects Viet Nam’s determination to pursue comprehensive reform and extensive international integration process, said Winston when he met with Deputy PM, FM Minh on the sidelines of the 26^th APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Papua New Guinea on November 18.

The trade deal offers both countries opportunities to further strengthen trade and investment cooperation, affirmed Winston, adding that New Zealand will coordinate closely with Viet Nam in the implementation of the agreement.

Meanwhile, Deputy PM, FM Pham Binh Minh extended thanks to New Zealand’s parliament for approving non-refundable official development assistance for Viet Nam in the 2018-2021 period.

Minh suggested New Zealand increase quota of the Working Holiday Visa program, which allow Vietnamese to study and work while enjoying holidays in New Zealand.

The pair agreed to work closely together in fruitfully realizing the two countries’ action plan for 2017-2020 stage.

They also agreed to foster coordination at multilateral forums like ASEAN, APEC, the United Nations, emphasizing the importance of ensuring security, safety, and freedom of navigation and aviation./.

By Kim Anh