During the meeting, Minister Bui Thanh Son affirmed that Vietnam treasures the friendship and cooperation with Israel, one of the important partners in the Middle East. He also highly appreciated the efforts of Ambassador Yaron Mayer in promoting multifaceted cooperation between Vietnam and Israel.

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Minister Bui Thanh Son (right) receives Ambassador Yaron Mayer.

On the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the establishment of the bilateral diplomatic relations, Minister Bui Thanh Son proposed that both sides coordinate and prepare well for delegation exchanges at all levels, organize cultural and sports events, and enhance mutual understanding between the two peoples. The Vietnamese minister suggested that the two sides promptly organize the third meeting of the Vietnam-Israel Intergovernmental Committee, accelerate negotiations and the signing of cooperation agreements, including a labor cooperation agreement. In addition, he proposed both sides to discuss the opening of a direct flight route between Vietnam and Israel, enhance tourism promotion, and create favorable conditions for the travel of citizens of each country to promote economic development.

Agreeing with Minister Bui Thanh Son, Ambassador Yaron Mayer stated that he will continue to closely coordinate with Vietnamese ministries, sectors, localities, and businesses to effectively implement the soon-to-be-signed FTA to make breakthroughs in the bilateral cooperative relationship.

Translated by Trung Thanh