French politician lauds Vietnam's foreign policy
(VOVWORLD) - Vietnam is implementing a positive and constructive foreign policy, significantly contributing to the development of Southeast Asia, said Denis Rondepierre, member of the French Communist Party (FCP) Central Committee.
 Denis Rondepierre, member of the French Communist Party (FCP) Central Committee. (Photo: VNA) |
Talking to the Vietnam News Agency for the 76th founding anniversary of Vietnam’s diplomatic sector, he said Vietnam’s official membership in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) started its regional integration process in 1995.
Vietnam has made important contributions to the development of the bloc, helping to add Laos, Myanmar and Cambodia to the association.
Vietnam plays a central role in defining ASEAN's goals, development orientations and policies, and actively participates in building the ASEAN Community Vision 2025, he said. Rondepierre also mentioned Vietnam’s success in its foreign policy and international integration, including the signing of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP).
According to him, Vietnam has improved its position in the international arena through its role at the United Nations (UN).
He called on France and Vietnam to strengthen bilateral cooperation, thus contributing to building economic links in the framework of the EU - Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), which took effect one year ago.