Cambodia wants to tighten cooperation in many fields with Vietnam , including the northern province of Bac Ninh, to deepen solidarity and friendship between the two countries.

Cambodian Permanent Deputy Prime Minister-cum-Minister of National Assembly – Senate Relations and Inspection Men Sam An made the statement at a meeting with Nguyen Nhan Chien, Chairman of the Bac Ninh provincial People’s Committee in the province on July 24.

Men Sam An said it is the third time she has paid a working visit to Bac Ninh province, which was set under a cooperation agreement between the two Government Inspectorates to mark the 45 th anniversary of the two countries’ diplomatic ties.

She said she hopes Cambodia will continue receiving Vietnam and Bac Ninh province’s assistance in corruption prevention, meeting citizens and settlement of complaints and denouncements.

Chairman Chien briefed the guest of the local socio-economic situation over the past 15 years. With geographical and economic advantages, Bac Ninh has become one of the most developing localities nationwide with the presence of major international investors.

By giving administrative reform a top priority, the province was placed second in the provincial competitiveness index out of the top ten provinces nationwide.

He also shared the province’s experience in inspection, meeting citizens and handling complaints and denouncements.-VNA