Politics · Vietnam Bureau
Vietnam hosts EU's Kallas; shrimp exports surge past $3.7bn
Vietnam's foreign minister met with the EU's top diplomatic official on October 22, as bilateral engagement continues to deepen. The meeting coincided with several indicators of strengthening international ties and robust trade performance.
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Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung held talks with Kaja Kallas, Vice-President of the European Commission and EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, underscoring Vietnam's commitment to deepening ties with the European Union. The bilateral engagement reflects ongoing efforts to strengthen cooperation across diplomatic, trade, and security dimensions. The meeting comes as Vietnam continues to expand its international partnerships across multiple regions.
In a separate development highlighting Vietnam's growing military and diplomatic profile, the UK Royal Navy's patrol vessel HMS Spey arrived in Ho Chi Minh City for a port visit. Such calls by foreign naval vessels demonstrate Vietnam's role as a key player in regional maritime affairs and underscore cooperative relationships with major international powers.
On the economic front, Vietnam's shrimp sector has demonstrated robust performance, with exports reaching $3.7 billion during the first nine months of the year. The figure reflects sustained demand for Vietnamese seafood products in global markets, despite ongoing economic uncertainties. The shrimp industry remains a significant contributor to Vietnam's agricultural export revenue and employment in coastal provinces.