Party officials pay working visit to Argentina
Politburo member Vo Van Thuong and Argentine leaders have discussed measures to further boost cooperation between Vietnam and Argentina, especially in 2018 when they celebrate the 45th anniversary of diplomatic ties.
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| Vice President and President of the Senate of Argentina Gabriela Michetti (M) receives Vietnamese Party officials |
He also held talks with Jorge Kreyness, Secretary in charge of International Affairs of the Communist Party of Argentina, and met with Humberto Schiavoni, President of the ruling party Republican Proposal (PRO).
At the talks and meetings, Thuong stressed that trade turnover enjoyed a tenfold increase over the past 10 years, from around US$300 million in 2006 to over US$3 billion in 2016.
He asked for closer cooperation between the two sides to raise the figure to US$3.5 billion this year.
Argentine leaders hailed the significance of the CPV delegation’s visit, believing that it will help intensify bilateral relations.
They expressed their hope for learning Vietnam’s experience in poverty reduction, disaster response, and information and communication.
They also exchanged views with the Vietnamese side on how to foster cooperation in economics, trade, investment, and intensify ties with the CPV in the time ahead.
After Argentina, the Party delegation will pay a working visit to Cuba.
