Rodríguez (left) met with the Vietnamese president / Photo: Unión Radio
The executive vice president of Venezuela and Minister of Petroleum, Delcy Rodríguez, met this Tuesday with the president of Vietnam, Luong Cuong, during her official visit to the Indochinese country with the aim of strengthening relations.
Both representatives met in a room of the Presidential Palace in Hanoi, presided over by the effigy of the revolutionary leader Ho Chi Minh and the flags of both countries, according to images published by the Vietnamese official press.
Rodríguez arrived in Vietnam on Monday night to “strengthen investment and work ties” in oil, agriculture, telecommunications and other areas, the vice president indicated on her Telegram channel.
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During the visit, Venezuela and Vietnam will also address investment links in other areas such as construction, health, culture and tourism, thus consolidating – she stressed – their historical relationship, which reaches 35 years, indicated the Venezuelan.
On October 19, the vice president met in Caracas with the Vietnamese ambassador to Venezuela, Vu Trung My, to “strengthen commercial cooperation and reaffirm the willingness between both nations and thus increase commercial exchange,” according to the Venezuelan state channel. VTV.
VTV mentioned that Venezuela and Vietnam seek to increase commercial exchange based on the agreements signed last April in areas such as energy and construction, without providing more details.
The representative of Caracas arrived in Hanoi after visiting India, where she met with the Indian Minister of Petroleum, Hardeep Singh Puri, to find formulas to take advantage of the investment of Indian companies in her country, largely related to the exploration and production of raw.
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**Interview with Delcy Rodríguez: Strengthening Ties with Vietnam**
**Interviewer:** Good afternoon, Ms. Rodríguez. Thank you for joining us today. You recently met with Vietnamese President Luong Cuong. Can you tell us about the significance of this meeting for Venezuela?
**Delcy Rodríguez:** Good afternoon, and thank you for having me. The meeting with President Luong Cuong was extremely significant, as it marked a pivotal moment in strengthening the diplomatic and economic ties between Venezuela and Vietnam. Our countries share a commitment to mutual cooperation and development, and we believe that by working together, we can enhance our capabilities in various sectors, including petroleum, agriculture, and technology.
**Interviewer:** What specific areas of cooperation did you discuss during your meeting?
**Delcy Rodríguez:** We focused on several key areas. First and foremost, we discussed enhancing our bilateral trade, particularly in the oil and gas sector, where Venezuela has vast resources. Additionally, there was a strong emphasis on agricultural collaboration and potential technology exchanges that could benefit both nations. We see great potential in working together to achieve food security and sustainable development.
**Interviewer:** How do you envision the future of Venezuela-Vietnam relations evolving?
**Delcy Rodríguez:** I envision a future where our countries are not only partners in trade but also allies in addressing global challenges. The relationship can grow beyond commerce to include cultural and social exchanges. We are committed to exploring all avenues to deepen this partnership, and I believe it will result in mutual benefits for our peoples.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Ms. Rodríguez, for sharing your insights with us. Any final thoughts?
**Delcy Rodríguez:** Thank you for the opportunity. I would like to reiterate that this meeting was just the beginning of what I hope will be a long and fruitful relationship between Venezuela and Vietnam. Together, we can create a stronger, more sustainable future.
