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On the occasion of the 35th anniversary of the establishment of Vietnam-EU diplomatic relations in 2025, the two sides shared a strong common desire to strive to upgrade bilateral relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. |
The 5th meeting of the Subcommittee on Political Affairs within the framework of the Vietnam-EU Partnership and Cooperation Framework Agreement (PCA) took place in Hanoi on July 22.
Vietnam and the EU have conducted in-depth exchanges on bilateral, regional, global and multilateral developments in the context of an increasingly complex and volatile international situation.
On the occasion of the 35th anniversary of the establishment of Vietnam-EU diplomatic relations in 2025, the two sides shared a strong common desire to strive to upgrade bilateral relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, aiming to announce this important milestone on the occasion of the upcoming high-level visit.
The two sides discussed the latest developments in Vietnam and the EU, as well as bilateral relations in many areas of cooperation, including trade, investment, sustainable development, climate change, energy transition, digital economy , green economy, as well as security and defense.
In the context of the rapidly changing and complex world situation, including global trade challenges, Vietnam and the EU agreed that this partnership needs to be further promoted, including increasing the exchange of delegations at all levels to consolidate political trust and create momentum for bilateral cooperation as well as the effective implementation of the Vietnam-EU Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA).
The two sides discussed issues of sustainable fisheries development, including Vietnam's recent efforts to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
The EU provided an update on the strategic direction for the second term of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, with an increased focus on security and defence, economic security and competitiveness. Vietnam shared information on its ongoing legislative and administrative reforms aimed at improving governance and promoting sustainable economic growth, in particular by creating a more enabling environment for the private sector.
The two sides discussed a wide range of global political and security issues. They reaffirmed their commitment to multilateralism, the international order based on international law and the United Nations Charter as guiding principles for peace and stability. They reaffirmed the importance of reforming the United Nations, especially in the context of preparations for the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly.
The two sides exchanged views on ways to deepen the ASEAN-EU Strategic Partnership on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of ASEAN-EU relations in 2027. Vietnam highly appreciated the EU's commitment to supporting ASEAN's community building process and ASEAN's central role in the evolving regional architecture.
Vietnam and the EU discussed current geopolitical challenges, including the increasing unpredictability in the global trading system and the need to strengthen global governance.
On the issue of Ukraine, Vietnam and the EU reiterated their respective positions as expressed at other forums. Both sides stressed the need for a comprehensive, just and lasting peace in Ukraine in accordance with the UN Charter and international law.
The two sides exchanged views on the serious humanitarian situation in Gaza, stressing the importance of access to humanitarian assistance.
Vietnam and the EU expressed their deep concern over recent developments in the South China Sea and reaffirmed the importance of maintaining peace, security, stability and the rule of law, including freedom of navigation and overflight, as well as the peaceful settlement of disputes in accordance with international law, in particular the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), which sets out the legal framework governing all activities at sea and in the oceans. The two sides also shared their views on the latest developments in Myanmar.
Vietnam and the EU are working towards the signing of the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime, scheduled to be held in Hanoi in October 2025. The convention is considered an important milestone in the global effort to combat cybercrime.
The EU has invited Vietnam to attend the upcoming Ministerial Forum on the Indo-Pacific, scheduled to take place in Brussels in November 2025, further reflecting the EU’s recognition of Vietnam’s role as a key partner in the region.
The meeting was co-chaired by Mr. Bui Ha Nam, Director General of the European Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam and Ms. Paola Pampaloni, Deputy Director General of the Asia-Pacific Department of the European External Action Service.
The next session of the Political Affairs Subcommittee will take place in Brussels in 2026.
Source: https://baoquocte.vn/phien-hop-lan-thu-5-cua-tieu-ban-cac-van-de-chinh-tri-trong-khuon-kho-hiep-dinh-khung-ve-doi-tac-va-hop-tac-toan-dien-viet-nam-eu-323413.html
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