China places importance on economic links with Vietnam
VOV.VN - In recent years, the Vietnam-China relationship has remained stable, yielding significant results in economic cooperation, said Prof. Jin Canrong, Associate Dean of the School of International Studies at Renmin University of China.
According to Prof. Jin, Vietnam and China should further strengthen people-to-people exchanges, including student and scholar interactions, and expand partnerships in areas such as economy, tourism, and investment. This will help promote mutual understanding and foster economic development in both nations.
In a recent media interview in Beijing, marking the 75th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties and the Year of Vietnam-China Humanistic Exchange, Prof. Jin emphasized the shared historical background between the two nations. He noted that despite challenges over the years, bilateral relations have steadily deepened thanks to the dedicated efforts of generations of leaders and people from both sides.
He also highlighted that Vietnam and China are both socialist countries led by communist parties, and the bond they have developed over the past 75 years has not been easy to achieve. Therefore, the two countries countries should work together to maintain political stability, safeguard common interests, and spur economic development.
Prof. Jin pointed out that Vietnam boasts great economic potential and plays an important role in the ASEAN region. With a population of over 100 million, a young and abundant workforce, rich natural resources, and effective economic policies, Vietnam represents one of the fastest-growing economies in ASEAN and holds significant potential for development in all sectors.
Looking ahead, he underlined the importance of intensifying people-to-people exchanges, augmenting cooperation in cultural and social affairs, combating drug trafficking and transnational crime, improving cybersecurity, and dealing with global challenges as areas that both countries should prioritize in the coming years.
