US-Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
In a historic move, on Sep 11th, 2023, General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong and President Joe Biden have issued a joint statement, elevating the relationship to US-Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership . This upgrade signifies a significant milestone in the bilateral ties, focusing on specific areas of cooperation that promise to benefit both nations and contribute to peace, stability, cooperation, and prosperity in the region and the world. The joint statement emphasizes fundamental principles guiding US-Vietnam relations, including respecting the United Nations Charter, international law, and each other’s political institutions, independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. Both countries pledge to deepen their cooperation across various sectors to ensure the well-being of their people while promoting peace and stability regionally and globally. 1.Political and Diplomatic Cooperation The leaders highlight their commitment to enhance regular exchanges and contacts at all l...