Herrera stated this while receiving Vietnamese Ambassador to Mexico Pham Van Que, who made a fact-finding tour of the state from January 31 to February 2.

The governor praised Vietnam’s dynamic economy and said both sides have great potential for development.

Mr Que briefed his host on Vietnam’s socio-economic achievements during the Renewal process, its major exports and the development of cooperative relations between Vietnam and Mexico in the context of the global economic crunch.

By the end of November 2009, he said, two-way trade hit US$550 million – equivalent to last year’s figure. He attributed the success to both sides’ efforts in cushioning the impact of the crisis and raising their economic ties on a par with the diplomatic-political ties.

While staying in Veracruz, Mr Que attended an annual conference of the National Confederation of Industrial Chambers (CONCAMIN), visited Veracruz port complex and several cultural sites.