Seminar spotlights Vietnam-France relations
Paris (VNA) – A seminar on Vietnam’s diplomatic policy on the Indo-Pacific region and Vietnam-France relations was held at the Vietnamese Embassy in Paris on May 15.
The event was jointly organised by
the Department of International Relations of the French Institute for Advanced National
Defense Studies'(IHEDN) and the institute’s Alumni Association. It aims to provide
an overview of Vietnam’s foreign policy on the region from academic and
practical perspectives as well as Vietnam-France relations within the framework
of the 50th anniversary of their diplomatic ties.
A lot of questions reflecting
common concerns about Vietnam's views on the Indo-Pacific strategy of France and
Europe as well as solutions to implement the strategy effectively were raised
by participants at the event. The strengthening of bilateral relations with
Vietnam and ASEAN as well as each member country was also touched upon.
Participants spoke highly of Vietnam's comprehensive and inclusive approach to the Indo-Pacific region,
especially in terms of security, economy and sustainable development to
contribute to peace, prosperity and long-term cooperation in the area.
They expressed
their belief that the cooperation between Vietnam and France will contribute to
maintaining stability in the regional and international environment as well as fostering
the outcomes from the rich and diverse relationship between the two countries
over the past 50 years./.