Politics · Vietnam Bureau
Vietnam urges Gunma Prefecture to deepen investment and regional cooperation
Vietnam's Deputy Prime Minister has called on Japan's Gunma Prefecture to accelerate joint projects with Vietnamese provinces and cities, while exploring partnerships with additional localities across the country.
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Deputy Prime Minister Le Tien Chau held talks with the Governor of Gunma Prefecture during an official visit to Hanoi, emphasizing the importance of strengthening bilateral cooperation between the Japanese region and Vietnam.
During the meeting, Le Tien Chau urged Gunma Prefecture to move swiftly in implementing agreements previously signed with Ninh Binh Province and Hai Phong City, calling for the translation of these commitments into tangible cooperative projects that would benefit both sides.
The Deputy Prime Minister also encouraged Gunma Prefecture to explore opportunities for expanding its engagement with other Vietnamese localities, signaling Hanoi's broader interest in deepening Japan's regional presence across the country.
The visit underscores Vietnam's commitment to strengthening economic and institutional ties with Japanese prefectures, as part of broader efforts to attract foreign investment and forge closer bilateral partnerships. Such regional-level cooperation has become increasingly important for Vietnam's economic development and integration into regional value chains.