The agreement was reached during talks in Morocco’s capital Rabat on July 25 between Rachid Talbi Alami, Speaker of the House of Representatives of Morocco and Tran Thanh Man, Chairman of the National Assembly of Vietnam who was on an official visit to the African nation.

National Assembly Chairman Man acknowledged the positive momentum in Vietnam-Morocco trade relations, with two-way trade exceeding US$320 million in the first five months of 2025, surpassing the total for 2024.

However, he said, this figure remains modest compared to the two countries’ potential, and suggested that both sides enhance information sharing, promote free and sustainable trade initiatives multilaterally, and explore joint production and third-market exports.

He proposed negotiating a new trade agreement suited to current global dynamics and ramping up cooperation in strategic sectors such as agricultural processing, fertiliser production, and renewable energy.

Speaker Alami, for his part, welcomed discussions on negotiating a new trade agreement, upgrading cooperation frameworks, and enhancing mechanisms like the Vietnam – Morocco Intergovernmental Committee and possibly forming a joint body with participation from the parliaments, ministries, and businesses of both nations.

He proposed that both countries build mutually beneficial partnerships and serve as gateways for each other into their respective regions.

The Moroccan legislator praised Vietnam’s impressive socio-economic achievements and affirmed its growing importance in Morocco’s foreign policy. He expressed his belief that Chairman Man’s visit would open a new phase in parliamentary cooperation and contribute to expanding bilateral ties in key areas such as agriculture, renewable energy, climate change, phosphate, electric vehicles, textiles, electronics, and tourism.

Chairman Man, in turn, expressed admiration for Morocco's rich history, culture, and strategic position in North Africa. He recalled the historic Vietnam-Morocco friendship, forged during Vietnam’s struggle for national independence in the 20th century, notably marked by the solidarity of Moroccan soldiers with the Viet Minh (Vietnamese soldiers). He cited symbolic monuments like the Morocco Gate in Ba Vi and the Vietnam Gate in Morocco as enduring symbols of this friendship.

The Vietnamese leader noted the solid achievements in parliamentary relations since the 2017 cooperation agreement, including regular exchanges, seminars, and effective collaboration through friendship groups and multilateral forums. He called for continued efforts to deepen mutual understanding and enhance collaboration for the benefit and prosperity of both peoples.

He recalled the historic Vietnam-Morocco friendship, forged during Vietnam’s struggle for independence, notably marked by the solidarity of Moroccan soldiers with the Viet Minh. He highlighted symbolic structures like the Morocco Gate in Ba Vi (Vietnam) and the Vietnam Gate in Morocco as testaments to this bond.

The two leaders agreed to deepen political trust through increased exchanges at all levels and sectors, including direct contact between ministries and businesses, while reinforcing multilateral cooperation, particularly within the United Nations and inter-regional platforms.

Discussing regional and global issues of mutual concern, the two sides pledged to resolve disputes peacefully, refrain from the use or threat of force, and uphold international law and the UN Charter.

On this occasion, Chairman Tran Thanh Man invited Speaker Rachid Talbi Alami to visit Vietnam, and the Moroccan parliamentary leader accepted the invitation with pleasure.

National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man begins Morocco visit

VOV.VN - A high-level Vietnamese delegation led by National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man arrived at Salé Rabat airport in the capital city of Rabat on July 24, marking the start of an official visit to the Kingdom of Morocco from July 24 to 27 at the invitation of Speaker of the House of Representatives Rachid Talbi Alami.