Party chief meets key US senator
Meeting the visiting US Senate President Pro Tempore Patrick Leahy on April 17 in Hanoi , the Party leader said he wishes to witness new progress in the friendship and bilateral cooperation between Viet Nam and the US , particularly when both countries are celebrating the 20th anniversary since they normalised their relations.
Viet Nam , with its consistent external policies of dependence, self-reliance with hopes for multilarisation and diversification of relations as well as international integration, considers the US as a top important partner, he said.
He suggested that the two sides maintain and increase ties at all levels. Viet Nam hopes that the US fosters its partnership with Viet Nam within the current frameworks and realms.
For his part, Leahy briefed his host on the fruitful outcomes of his working sessions with Vietnamese leaders.
Praising the rising position of Viet Nam in the region and the world, he affirmed that the Parliament and Government of the US are keen on strengthening multi-faceted cooperation with Viet Nam , effectively realising the bilateral comprehensive strategic partnership that was set up in last July.
He expressed special interest in the development of ties between the two parliaments, voicing his support for the establishment of bilateral relationship via party channels.
He appreciated Viet Nam ’s goodwill and cooperation in seeking missing US soldiers in the war, pledging that his country will continue its efforts to work with Viet Nam in dealing with the war consequences faced by the people and environment of Viet Nam .
During the meeting, General Secretary Trong and the US senators also discussed regional and international issues of mutual concern.
They also underscored the importance of bilateral affiliation in maintaining peace, stability, prosperity and development in the region and the world.-VNA
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