ISLAMABAD
\nThe Ambassador of Vietnam to Pakistan, Pham Anh Tuan, has reaffirmed his country\u2019s commitment to expanding bilateral ties with Pakistan, particularly in the areas of trade, investment, and people-to-people exchanges.
\nSpeaking at a reception to mark the 80th National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, the Ambassador welcomed the Chief Guest, Minister of State for Finance and Railways Bilal Azhar Kayani, senior officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, members of the diplomatic corps, and distinguished guests. Heads of ASEAN countries along with other distinguished guests graced the stage with their presence.
\nAmbassador Tuan recalled the historic declaration of independence by President Ho Chi Minh on September 2, 1945, which paved the way for Vietnam\u2019s journey of self-determination. Highlighting the country\u2019s progress since the introduction of the \u0110\u1ed5i m\u1edbi (Renovation) policy in 1986, he noted Vietnam\u2019s transformation into a dynamic developing economy with a GDP of $475 billion in 2024, a growth rate of 7.1 percent, and a global leadership role in exports of pepper, cashew nuts, rice, coffee, textiles, and seafood.
\nHe also pointed to Vietnam\u2019s rising profile in the digital economy, with software and IT service exports surpassing $11 billion in 2024, making the country a hub for outsourcing and digital investment.
\nTurning to bilateral relations, Ambassador Tuan said Vietnam and Pakistan have enjoyed 53 years of diplomatic ties, which have grown across politics, trade, and cultural cooperation. He revealed that two-way trade reached $850 million in 2024 and is expected to cross $1 billion by 2025.
\nA significant step forward, he said, was taken at the 5th Meeting of the Pakistan\u2013Vietnam Joint Trade Committee in Hanoi in July 2025, where both sides agreed to start negotiations for a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) this year.
\nThe envoy proposed enhanced cooperation through trade fairs, exhibitions, and investment forums, and expressed readiness to facilitate Pakistani businessmen in Vietnam. He highlighted Pakistan\u2019s strengths in cotton, pharmaceuticals, and surgical instruments, while noting Vietnam\u2019s strong exports of tea, rubber, pepper, dry nuts, textiles, chemicals, and IT products.
\n\u201cTogether, we can deepen our economic partnership for mutual benefit,\u201d he said, adding that Vietnam values the continued support of Pakistan and the international community.
\nThe evening also featured various cultural performances, which the guests enjoyed greatly, adding color and warmth to the celebrations.
\nThe Ambassador concluded by reaffirming Vietnam\u2019s dedication to peace, friendship, and development, expressing hope that relations between the two countries would continue to flourish.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
ISLAMABAD The Ambassador of Vietnam to Pakistan, Pham Anh Tuan, has reaffirmed his country\u2019s commitment to expanding bilateral ties with Pakistan, particularly in the areas of trade, investment, and people-to-people exchanges. Speaking at a reception to mark the 80th National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, the Ambassador welcomed the Chief Guest, Minister of […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":499906,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-499879","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-national"},"yoast_head":"\n