Tabarot, who was in Hanoi for a working visit, reaffirmed France’s expertise in transportation and expressed strong commitment to supporting Vietnam in implementing strategic infrastructure projects, including human resource training, technology transfer, and experience-sharing to improve services.

The minister informed the host on the results of his working session with the Vietnamese Ministry of Construction as well as the French delegation’s activities, including co-hosting a Vietnam-France high-speed railway seminar with the Vietnamese Ministry of Construction.

PM Pham Minh Chinh for his part welcomed Tabarot’s statement and said Vietnam is prioritizing the development of transport infrastructure as one of its three strategic breakthroughs, focusing on road, rail, aviation, maritime, and inland waterways projects.

Improving transport infrastructure is expected to drive industrial and urban development, reduce logistics costs, and enhance economic competitiveness, he said.

He recalled the strong transport cooperation between the two countries, which has historical roots, including the North-South railway and several airports in Vietnam. Airbus remains the largest aircraft supplier for Vietnamese airlines, while railway projects such as the Nhon-Haoi Station metro line have demonstrated ongoing collaboration.

The PM emphasized Vietnam’s commitment to addressing institutional challenges to accelerate project implementation efficiently and effectively, and encouraged further cooperation with France based on sincerity, trust, and practical benefits.

He also proposed collaboration with Airbus on technology transfer, aircraft maintenance facilities at Vietnamese airports, and the development of underground, maritime, and aerospace industries.

In addition, he suggested expanding direct shipping routes between the two countries and enhancing public-private partnerships for road development.

Tabarot praised Vietnam’s development achievements and agreed with the Prime Minister on the need to strengthen transport cooperation between the two countries.

He conveyed President Emmanuel Macron’s high regard for Vietnam and his eagerness to visit Hanoi at a convenient time.

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