The two countries have signed a Ministerial Declaration on starting negotiations on a comprehensive economic partnership agreement right after Vietnam completed its procedures.
The 4th Mekong River Commission (MRC) Summit concluded in Laos on April 5 after issuing the Vientiane Declaration which called for enhanced cooperation for sustainable Mekong River Basin.
Deputy spokeswoman of the Foreign Ministry Pham Thu Hang on April 6 affirmed Vietnam’s consistent viewpoint that activities in the East Sea must strictly comply with international law.
Deputy spokeswoman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pham Thu Hang has clarified Vietnam’s viewpoint on the report that a documentary film about the search for the missing aircraft coded MH370 of Malaysia contains inaccurate content.
Vietnam suggested the Mekong River Commission focus on practical measures to protect the legitimate rights and interests of residents who live on the river’s water resources.