Son and Munoz affirmed their appreciation for and desire to further strengthen the traditional friendship and comprehensive partnership between Vietnam and Chile, showing their delight at the good development in bilateral relations in recent years.

The Vietnamese official stressed that the Government and people of Vietnam always remember with deep gratitude the wholehearted support of the government and people of Chile, especially late Chilean President Salvador Allende, for Vietnam’s struggle for national independence and reunification, as well as throughout nearly four decades of Doi moi (renewal).

For his part, Munoz said Vietnam has always held a place in the hearts of generations of Chilean leaders and people, affirming that his country is committed to further strengthening its relations with Vietnam.

To tap into cooperation potential, the two sides agreed to effectively implement the outcomes of high-level visits and make the most of existing bilateral cooperation mechanisms and agreements to which both countries are signatories, including the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). They will also continue promoting cooperation in areas of mutual strength and interest, such as trade, sustainable development, and maritime economy.

The two sides also discussed measures to strengthen coordination and mutual support at multilateral forums and international organisations.

State leader meets Chilean Senate President

State President Luong Cuong met President of the Chilean Senate José Garcia Ruminot in Santiago on November 11 morning (local time) as part of the Vietnamese leader’s ongoing official visit to Chile.