Australia Vietnam Policy Institute pledges to boost bilateral ties

The meeting saw Pike welcome both nations after upgrading their relationship to that of a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in March on the occasion of the official visit to Australia by Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.

He emphasized that the two sides’ official opening of the AVPI Institute at RMIT University during the visit made an important contribution in promoting co-operation, exchanges, and deepening mutual understanding between the two countries.

Regarding the process of expanding over 30 relationship networks in Australia, Pike outlined that the institute's partners are all keen on supporting mutual ties, adding that it will soon launch a workshop in the fourth quarter and duly expects participation from the Vietnamese side to discuss potential collaboration opportunities between the nations.

Hailing the AVPI’s establishment of its Advisory Board, as well as its operation plan for this year, the Vietnamese diplomat proposed the institute swiftly carry out new initiatives whilst expanding its partner networks to foster greater bilateral relations.

Both sides also took the opportunity to compare notes on activities of the Vietnamese community in Australia, as well as the institute’s role in promoting mutual perception and understanding.

The AVPI, Australia’s first policy institute concentrated on its relationship with the nation, enables and facilitates discussions on strategic and economic issues in terms of bilateral ties. Through disseminating the latest research and sharing insights from people with on-the-ground experience, it helps to advance a co-operative and secure environment for both business and further investment.