Da Nang: Deputy Foreign Minister and head of the ASEAN Senior Officials’ Meeting (SOM) delegation of Vietnam Do Hung Viet and his New Zealand counterpart Grahame Morton co-chaired the 32nd annual ASEAN-New Zealand dialogue in the central city of Da Nang on April 9, as Vietnam coordinates the two sides’ relations for 2024-2027.
According to Vietnam News Agency, the dialogue aimed to strengthen cooperation between ASEAN and New Zealand. Discussions at the meeting focused on various aspects of the relationship, including economic collaboration, security, and cultural exchanges.
The dialogue also provided a platform for both parties to address regional and international issues of mutual interest. This meeting is part of ongoing efforts to enhance collaboration and understanding between ASEAN member countries and New Zealand.
As Vietnam takes on the coordinating role for ASEAN-New Zealand relations for the next three years, it is expected to play a key role in facilitating dialogue and cooperation initiatives.