(VOVworld) - Cuba’s experiences with reform were highlighted at a seminar held by the Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences and the Cuban Embassy in Vietnam on Friday in Hanoi.

Goods containers in Mariel port, Cuba (Source: AFP/VNA)

Academy Vice Chairman Pham Van Duc spoke of the close relations between Vietnam and Cuba, and efforts made by the two countries to promote reform. He said that Cuba’s experiences over the last five years had been helpful to Vietnam’s ongoing reform process. Cuban speaker Ruvislei Gonzalez Saez briefed participants on his country’s socio-economic model, the present economic situation and its preparation for new opportunities. Ruvislei said human development had been a key priority for Cuba in recent years, asserting his country’s judicious planning in its renewal process.