Hanoi: Spanish Prime Minister Pedro S¡nchez’s working visit to Ho Chi Minh City is expected to create valuable opportunities for effective cooperation between the city and Spain through concrete projects in potential areas, a municipal official has said. Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Nguyen Van Duoc made the statement while receiving Prime Minister S¡nchez at the Reunification Hall on April 10. Earlier on the same day, PM S¡nchez attended and delivered a speech at the Vietnam-Spain Business Forum. These are the last activities of the Spanish PM before leaving Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon, wrapping up his three-day official visit to Vietnam at the invitation of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the visit is seen as a pivotal moment for Ho Chi Minh City and Spain to strengthen their ties through collaborative ventures in various sectors. The discussions and forums held during the visit have paved the way for both parties to identify and explore areas of mutual interest. The potential for collaboration spans across numerous fields, promising a fruitful partnership between the two regions.

The visit highlights the commitment of both Spain and Vietnam to deepen their diplomatic and economic relations. By fostering such engagements, both countries aim to bolster economic growth and cultural exchange, benefiting their respective populations. Prime Minister S¡nchez’s visit is a testament to the growing importance of Vietnam as a strategic partner for Spain in Southeast Asia.