China and Vietnam emphasized the importance of resolving differences through friendly consultation during a meeting between Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh. Premier Li urged both countries to maintain friendly communication, handle disputes appropriately, and enhance maritime cooperation. He expressed China’s support for Vietnam’s national development path and proposed aligning development strategies and cooperation initiatives.
Furthermore, Premier Li highlighted the need to deepen cooperation in various sectors such as connectivity, trade, investment, tourism, and emerging industries like digital economy and green development. He also emphasized the importance of cultural and people-to-people exchanges to strengthen mutual understanding between the two nations.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh reaffirmed Vietnam’s commitment to strengthening relations with China, emphasizing it as a top priority in their foreign policy. He expressed Vietnam’s support for China’s development and highlighted upcoming initiatives to enhance connectivity and collaboration across different sectors.
The leaders agreed to maintain close exchanges and manage differences through dialogue and cooperation to ensure maritime peace and stability. A joint statement will be issued following Premier Li’s visit, reflecting the shared commitment to enhancing bilateral ties.