UK Minister: 2018 to see better UK-Vietnam relations
(VOVWORLD) - Foreign Office Minister for Asia and the Pacific Mark Field said the UK wants to continue working with Vietnam to support economic development and increase quality of life through promoting renewable energy and green finance, developing smart cities, and more research and innovation.
 Foreign Office Minister for Asia and the Pacific Mark Field (Photo: British Embassy in Vietnam)
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He said the two countries can cooperate on trade, investment, defence, research, innovation, and global issues like crime prevention, wildlife protection, and fighting modern slavery. Mr. Field is visiting Vietnam for the 6th Vietnam-UK Strategic Dialogue this week. On Thursday, he joined Deputy Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son in chairing the dialogue to boost cooperation.