Hanoi: Vietnam always values traditional friendship and all-around cooperation with Sweden, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh told Swedish Minister for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Benjamin Dousa during a reception in Hanoi on May 12.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the Prime Minister emphasized the importance of strengthening bilateral relations and exploring new opportunities for collaboration between the two nations. The meeting highlighted the commitment from both sides to deepen cooperation in areas such as trade, investment, and development initiatives.

The Swedish Minister expressed mutual interests in enhancing ties, noting Sweden’s eagerness to work closely with Vietnam on various international platforms. Both leaders acknowledged the potential for expanding partnerships and agreed to facilitate dialogues that would ensure mutual benefits for their countries.

This engagement underscores the ongoing efforts to build on the historical connections between Vietnam and Sweden, aiming to foster a more robust and productive partnership in the future.