According to the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s semiannual report, released in November 2024, Vietnam was named in the Monitoring List along with China, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan (China), Singapore, and Germany.
At the meeting on October 25, PM Pham Minh Chinh suggested the two countries strengthen political trust by enhancing high-level exchanges across all channels, strive to lift bilateral trade to $18 billion.
During separate meetings on October 24 with leaders of Belarus, Uzbekistan, Venezuela, and Chairman of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) Council, the Vietnamese leader reaffirmed Vietnam’s commitment to further enhancing cooperation with its partners.
Party General Secretary suggests fostering Vietnam - China defense tiesDuring a reception on October 24 for China’s Senior Lieutenant General Zhang Youxia, the Party leader asked the two armies to further promote their political trust.
During their meeting on October 24, the two emphasized the importance of expanding cooperation into new sectors, including renewable energy and infrastructure.