Vietnam and Guinea-Bissau Strengthen Multifaceted Cooperation

Vietnam has​ consistently prioritized traditional friendship in ‍its ​foreign policy, seeking to develop multifaceted cooperation with friendly African ⁤nations, including Guinea-Bissau.

Guinea-Bissau, in turn, considers Vietnam a​ key cooperation partner and is ⁣eager to expand practical and effective cooperation across⁣ various fields in the coming ⁢years.

The two nations have ⁤a ​long-standing trade relationship, with ⁤Vietnam serving as Guinea-Bissau’s ‌third-largest⁤ export market globally. Guinea-Bissau has ‍been one of ⁤the top five suppliers of cashew nuts to Vietnam in Africa for many ‌years.

Bilateral⁢ cooperation between Vietnam and Guinea-Bissau ​spans multiple areas, including culture, economy, trade, industry, and science ⁤and technology. The two nations ‍regularly⁤ coordinate and support⁤ each other at multilateral⁤ forums.

During recent bilateral meetings, both sides‌ agreed to increase high-level visits, coordinate international support, and share experiences‍ in socio-economic development​ and policy-making. ​They also aim to promote⁤ information exchange, business connections, ​and key ⁤trade items​ such as cashew nuts, while exploring new opportunities in⁢ agricultural products and textiles.

Regarding agricultural cooperation, Vietnam is‌ committed to supporting Guinea-Bissau’s agricultural development through bilateral or tripartite ​projects, ultimately ‌contributing to the country’s food security and self-sufficiency.

The upcoming⁣ 4-day visit⁣ of⁢ Guinea-Bissau President ‍Umaro Sissoco Embaló and‌ his wife to Vietnam is expected to further strengthen the bilateral relationship and explore new avenues for cooperation.